Kathleen Carlson
About Kathleen Carlson
Kathleen Carlson is a Logistics Business Manager at General Mills in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, with extensive experience in logistics, business development, and project management.
Current Role at General Mills
Kathleen Carlson currently holds the position of Logistics Business Manager at General Mills in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. In her role, she leads the development of store displays to drive volume growth for sales regions and customer accounts. She focuses on total store solutions, speed to market, and innovation within her responsibilities. Additionally, Kathleen manages spend and forecasting discussions with sales regions and product divisions and engages with strategic business partners for creative development, temporary displays, and permanent fixtures.
Previous Experience at General Mills
Prior to her current role, Kathleen Carlson served as a Logistics Business Planner at General Mills from 2012 to 2013. This one-year tenure, also in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, laid the groundwork for her current responsibilities. Her experiences in this role provided her with a deeper understanding of logistics and supply chain management, which she continues to leverage in her ongoing work at the company.
Business Development and Project Management at B&N Industries
Kathleen Carlson spent 11 years working with B&N Industries in Burlingame, CA; Scottsdale, AZ; and Minneapolis, MN, from 2001 to 2012. During her tenure, she focused on Business Development and Project Management. Her extensive experience in this role included defining project scopes, ensuring timely execution, and maintaining financial clarity. These skills have been instrumental in her successful career in logistics and business management.
Educational Background
Kathleen Carlson earned her Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, completing her studies from 1987 to 1992. She also holds a Personal Training Certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), which she earned between 2018 and 2019. Additionally, she obtained a Nutrition Certification – Level 1 from Precision Nutrition in 2019. Her diverse educational background supports her holistic approach to business management and personal development.
Skills and Expertise
Kathleen Carlson demonstrates extensive experience working with brands and customers to define project scopes and ensure timely execution with financial clarity. Her ability to communicate and influence individuals at all levels makes her adept at managing complex business relationships. Kathleen is also interested in solution development and process improvement to support company growth initiatives. Passionate about working with products and brands, she continually seeks innovative approaches to drive business success.