Tom Strickler
About Tom Strickler
Tom Strickler is a Digital Supply Chain Delivery Manager at o9 Solutions, Inc., known for his innovative thinking and unique perspectives in discussions. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, having previously held various roles at PepsiCo and served in the United States Air Force.
Work at o9 Solutions
Tom Strickler has been serving as the Digital Supply Chain Delivery Manager at o9 Solutions, Inc. since 2019. In this role, he focuses on leveraging modern supply chain planning systems to facilitate the digital transformation of business processes. His position involves encouraging open dialogue within teams to ensure comprehensive decision-making and innovative thinking in discussions.
Previous Experience at PepsiCo
Prior to his current role, Tom Strickler worked at PepsiCo for over a decade in various positions. He served as a Senior Program Manager from 2015 to 2019, a Supply Chain Solutions Manager from 2007 to 2015, and a Technical Architect for Global Enterprise Transportation Systems from 2006 to 2007. Additionally, he was the Applications Development Team Lead from 1998 to 2006. His extensive experience at PepsiCo contributed to his expertise in supply chain management.
Education and Expertise
Tom Strickler holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Computer Information Systems from the University of North Texas. He also studied Electrical Engineering at Texas A&M University. His educational background supports his expertise in enterprise data management, project management methodologies, and advanced data analysis using tools such as Oracle, DB2, Snowflake, and advanced Excel functionalities.
Background in the United States Air Force
Before entering the corporate sector, Tom Strickler served in the United States Air Force as a Specialist in Avionics Navigation Systems from 1987 to 1992. This experience provided him with a strong technical foundation and discipline that has contributed to his professional development in subsequent roles.
Skills in Project Management and Data Analysis
Tom Strickler possesses strong skills in project management methodologies, including agile, scrum, and kanban. He is proficient in using project management tools such as MS Project and Smartsheet. Additionally, he has expertise in enterprise data management, focusing on data cleansing, analysis, and visualization, utilizing advanced Excel functionalities like VBA, macros, and Power Pivot.