Bill Gratke
About Bill Gratke
Bill Gratke serves as the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Lamps Plus, a position he has held since 2024. He has over two decades of experience in supply chain management, having worked in various roles at Lamps Plus since 1993 and previously at Eddie Bauer.
Current Role at Lamps Plus
Bill Gratke currently serves as the Chief Supply Chain Officer at Lamps Plus, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he oversees the supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in the company’s logistics and planning processes. His extensive experience in supply chain management contributes to the strategic direction of the organization.
Previous Positions at Lamps Plus
Bill Gratke has held multiple positions at Lamps Plus over his career. He served as Senior Vice President of Supply Chain, Planning and Reporting from 2022 to 2024, and as Vice President of Supply Chain, Planning and Reporting from 2007 to 2022. Additionally, he was the Director of Planning and Supply Chain Management from 2001 to 2007 and held various roles including Director of Planning, Manager of Planning, Merchandise Planner, and Assistant Buyer from 1993 to 1999.
Experience at Eddie Bauer
Before his extensive tenure at Lamps Plus, Bill Gratke worked at Eddie Bauer as a Merchandise Manager from 1999 to 2001. This role involved managing product assortments and inventory levels, contributing to the overall merchandising strategy of the company during his time there.
Education and Academic Background
Bill Gratke studied at Whittier College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration. His education laid the foundation for his career in supply chain management and planning, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge applicable to his various roles in the industry.