Armand Sawyer
About Armand Sawyer
Armand Sawyer serves as the Senior Director of Packaging and Indirect Procurement at Inspire Brands, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, having worked at notable companies such as Ford Motor Company, Mars, and Kraft Foods Group.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Armand Sawyer holds the position of Senior Director - Packaging and Indirect Procurement at Inspire Brands. He has been with the company since 2019, contributing to the organization for five years in the Greater Atlanta Area. In this role, he focuses on optimizing packaging and indirect procurement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and drive cost savings.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Before joining Inspire Brands, Armand Sawyer served as the Director of Materials, Services, and Energy Procurement at Consolidated Container Company from 2016 to 2019. He also worked at Kraft Foods Group as Associate Director of Procurement - Supplier Integration Strategy from 2006 to 2015. His earlier experience includes a role as Commercial Manager at Mars from 2002 to 2006, where he developed his skills in procurement and supply chain management.
Education and Academic Background
Armand Sawyer studied at Michigan State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from 1993 to 1998. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain Management at the Eli Broad College of Business, completing his studies from 2000 to 2002. He also attended Arthur Hill High School.
Specialization in Supply Chain Management
Armand Sawyer specializes in risk assessment and mitigation within supply chain and procurement processes. He has a proven track record in delivering cost savings and enhancing supply chain efficiencies through strategic relationship building and procurement transformation. His expertise extends to implementing sustainability solutions across various industry sectors, including consumer packaged goods and automobile manufacturing.
Skills in Procurement and Negotiation
Armand Sawyer possesses strong skills in price and contract negotiation, which have contributed to significant cost reductions and value delivery for the organizations he has worked with. His capabilities in program planning and execution further enhance supply chain operations, allowing for improved efficiency and effectiveness in procurement practices.