Patrick Eckhert
About Patrick Eckhert
Patrick Eckhert serves as the Director of Indirect Procurement at Motional, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in procurement and strategic sourcing, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Cardinal Health, Huntington National Bank, and Vindrus.
Current Role at Motional
Patrick Eckhert serves as the Director of Indirect Procurement at Motional, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing procurement strategies and processes that support the company's operations in the autonomous vehicle sector. His work involves implementing procurement solutions that align with the company's goals and objectives.
Previous Experience at Vindrus
Before joining Motional, Patrick Eckhert was the Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Vindrus from 2019 to 2021. Based in Columbus, Ohio, he played a key role in establishing the company and guiding its strategic direction during its formative years.
Career at Cardinal Health, Inc.
Patrick Eckhert has extensive experience at Cardinal Health, Inc., where he held multiple roles over a span of several years. He served as the Director of Indirect Procurement from 2006 to 2014, and prior to that, he was a Manager in the same department. He also worked in the Enterprise Information Technology Group and as a Project Manager in Application Development. His tenure at Cardinal Health contributed significantly to his expertise in procurement and project management.
Education and Qualifications
Patrick Eckhert earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration and Economics from Wittenberg University, where he studied from 1989 to 1993. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in procurement and finance.
Implementation of Procurement Solutions
In his career, Patrick Eckhert has implemented Coupa procurement, expense, and pay solutions for a startup organization focused on autonomous vehicles. He has also managed Transitional Services from Aptiv Technology Solution as part of the creation of Motional, demonstrating his capability in integrating procurement processes within innovative environments.