Channing Shives
About Channing Shives
Channing Shives is a Sr Supply Chain Manager at Kodiak Robotics, with a background in strategic sourcing and supply chain management. He has previously held positions at Iron Ox and Lyft, and has academic credentials in sustainable management and biology.
Work at Kodiak Robotics
Channing Shives serves as the Senior Supply Chain Manager at Kodiak Robotics, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in the procurement and management of resources. Kodiak Robotics focuses on developing autonomous vehicle technology, and Shives' expertise contributes to the company's operational success in this competitive field.
Previous Experience at Iron Ox
Prior to his current role, Channing Shives worked at Iron Ox as the Strategic Sourcing Manager from 2021 to 2022. During his tenure in San Carlos, California, he focused on sourcing strategies that supported the company's mission in agricultural technology. His experience at Iron Ox enhanced his skills in supply chain management within a rapidly evolving industry.
Experience at Lyft
Channing Shives held multiple positions at Lyft, contributing to the Level 5 Self Driving Division. He served as Global Supply Manager from 2020 to 2021 and as Program Manager for Engineering Operations Supply Chain from 2018 to 2020. His roles involved managing supply chain processes and collaborating with engineering teams to support the development of autonomous driving technologies.
Education and Expertise
Channing Shives studied at the University of Kansas, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education at UC Berkeley Extension, completing an Advanced Program in Sustainable Management from 2020 to 2022. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in supply chain management, particularly in sustainable practices.
Research and Teaching Experience
Shives has a background in academia, having worked as a Researcher in Population Genomics at the University of Kansas from 2014 to 2017. He also served as a Teaching Assistant in Genetics for one year during this period. This experience in research and education has equipped him with analytical skills that are beneficial in his supply chain management roles.