Bobbi Baur
About Bobbi Baur
Bobbi Baur serves as the Associate Director of Powertrain Procurement at Navistar Inc, bringing extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management across various industries. With a career spanning over two decades, Baur has held significant roles at companies such as Ford Motor Company, John Crane, and Case New Holland.
Work at Navistar
Bobbi Baur currently serves as Associate Director of Powertrain Procurement at Navistar Inc, a position held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing procurement activities related to powertrain components, which include engine systems, aftertreatments, exhaust systems, and cooling systems. Prior to her current role, she worked at Navistar as Associate Director of Chassis Procurement from 2019 to 2022, where she managed procurement processes for chassis components. Her experience at Navistar reflects her extensive background in procurement and supply chain management.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Before joining Navistar, Bobbi Baur held several key positions in procurement across various companies. She worked at John Crane as Global Category Manager for Indirect Products from 2014 to 2019, and at Medline Industries as Senior Purchasing Manager from 2012 to 2014. Her earlier roles included positions at Case New Holland as Commodity Specialist from 2010 to 2012 and Ford Motor Company, where she spent a total of ten years in various purchasing roles from 2000 to 2010. These positions have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the procurement landscape.
Education and Expertise
Bobbi Baur holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management and Marketing from Walsh College, completed in 1994. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Management and Finance from the University of Detroit Mercy in 1996. Her educational background supports her expertise in managing procurement processes, particularly in powertrain components. She has direct experience in managing the supply base from the sourcing process through to launch and production, and has led global teams in the procurement sector.
Background in Change Management
Throughout her career, Bobbi Baur has been actively involved in change management initiatives aimed at improving centralized purchasing processes. Her efforts have supported company brand changes and enhanced procurement efficiency. This experience is particularly evident in her roles at Navistar and John Crane, where she contributed to strategic improvements in procurement operations. Her ability to navigate and implement change within organizations has been a significant aspect of her professional journey.