Phil Howell, Cpim
About Phil Howell, Cpim
Phil Howell is a Senior Industry Principal at Kinaxis, bringing over twenty years of executive leadership experience, including significant roles in P&L management. He has a strong background in Integrated Business Planning and has held various leadership positions at companies such as Leggett & Platt and Frenzelit.
Work at Kinaxis
Phil Howell serves as a Senior Industry Principal at Kinaxis, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he specializes in facilitating discussions with leaders to help them understand the impact of the Kinaxis platform on their business goals and strategies. His focus on Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) allows him to effectively guide organizations in optimizing their operations.
Previous Experience
Phil Howell has over twenty years of executive leadership experience across various industries. He worked at the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Maintenance Crew Chief from 1987 to 1991. He held several positions at Leggett & Platt, including General Manager - Site from 2001 to 2005, VP of Supply Chain - Division from 2005 to 2011, and VP of Operations - Business Unit from 2011 to 2017. Additionally, he served as President and Chief Executive Officer at Frenzelit from 2018 to 2021 and worked as a Consultant in the Manufacturing Industry at Coastal Cloud from 2021 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Phil Howell earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Missouri Southern State University, where he studied from 1993 to 1995. He possesses deep expertise in Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), which he applies in his current role and previous positions. His experience includes over fifteen years of P&L management across various assignments with revenue ranging from $20 million to $100 million.
Leadership and Team Development
Phil Howell is recognized for his ability to develop talented contributors and empower high-performing teams to achieve business objectives. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration and engagement, enabling teams to align with organizational goals effectively. His extensive experience in various leadership roles has equipped him with the skills necessary to foster a productive work environment.