Kathleen Hemberg
About Kathleen Hemberg
Kathleen Hemberg serves as the Senior Director of Procurement at Inspire, where she has worked since 2024. With over a decade of experience in procurement leadership, she has a strong background in vendor relations and supply chain management across various industries.
Work at Inspire
Kathleen Hemberg currently serves as the Senior Director of Procurement at Inspire, a role she has held since 2024. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, she has been with the company for five months. In this position, she oversees procurement strategies and vendor relations, leveraging her extensive experience in supply chain management to enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Before joining Inspire, Kathleen Hemberg held significant leadership roles in procurement at Advance Auto Parts. She served as Senior Director of Procurement from 2022 to 2024 and as Director of Procurement Operations from 2020 to 2022. Her career also includes a position as Director of Strategic Sourcing for North America at HH Global from 2017 to 2020, where she managed remote teams and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Educational Background
Kathleen Hemberg has a diverse educational background. She studied at Cornell University, completing the Executive Leadership Program and earning an Executive Leadership Certificate from the Johnson Graduate School. Additionally, she holds a Master of Legal Studies in commercial and business law from Texas A&M University School of Law and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Northwood University, focusing on business management and marketing.
Expertise in Procurement and Sourcing
With over a decade of experience in procurement, Kathleen Hemberg has developed a strong track record in vendor relations and supply chain management. Her expertise spans multiple industries, including automotive and marketing services. She has demonstrated adaptability through her remote management roles and has extensive experience in both corporate and remote procurement operations.
Career Progression and Roles
Kathleen Hemberg's career in procurement began at InnerWorkings, where she worked as a Central Sourcing Manager from 2011 to 2015. She then advanced to the role of Sr. Procurement Manager until 2017. Her progressive career path reflects her commitment to procurement excellence and her ability to lead teams effectively in various settings.