Fred Baumann
About Fred Baumann
Fred Baumann is a Senior Industry Principal at Kinaxis, with extensive experience in supply chain management and industry strategy. He has held leadership roles at several prominent companies, including IBM, o9 Solutions, and JDA Software, and has contributed to significant initiatives in collaborative trading and integrated business planning.
Current Role at Kinaxis
Fred Baumann serves as the Senior Industry Principal at Kinaxis, a position he has held since 2023. He is based in Roswell, Georgia, United States. In this role, he focuses on industry strategies that enhance supply chain management and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at IBM Corporation
Prior to his current role, Fred Baumann worked at IBM Corporation as a Marketing Support Representative from 1987 to 1990. During his three years at IBM, he contributed to marketing initiatives that supported the company's product offerings.
Professional Background at o9 Solutions, Inc.
Fred Baumann held the position of Vice President, Industry Strategy at o9 Solutions, Inc. from 2020 to 2023. In this role, he was instrumental in driving initiatives such as collaborative trading hubs, collaborative flow planning, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), and Analytics offerings, all aimed at enhancing supply chain capabilities.
Education and Academic Credentials
Fred Baumann studied at the University of Arkansas, where he earned an MBA with a focus on Supply Chain Management from 1996 to 1998. He also attended Georgia State University, where he achieved a BBA in Marketing. His educational background supports his expertise in supply chain and marketing strategies.
Career at JDA Software
Fred Baumann had a significant tenure at JDA Software, where he served in various leadership roles. He was Vice President of Collaborative Solutions from 2001 to 2008 and later became Vice President of Industry Strategy from 2009 to 2016. His work at JDA Software contributed to advancements in supply chain solutions.
Contributions at Blue Yonder
At Blue Yonder, Fred Baumann served as Group Vice President, Industry Strategy & Market Development from 2016 to 2020. He was the primary author of Blue Yonder's autonomous supply chain moonshot strategy, which aimed to innovate and transform supply chain operations.