Eric Van Roekel
About Eric Van Roekel
Eric Van Roekel is the Human Resources Director at Procter & Gamble, with a long-standing career in various managerial roles within the company. He holds a BS in Industrial Engineering from Iowa State University and has expertise in SAP and Excel-based analytical tools.
Professional Background
Eric Van Roekel has amassed over three decades of experience with Procter & Gamble in Iowa City, Iowa. He began his career as a Team Manager from 1991 to 1994, followed by roles such as Contract Manufacturing Manager, Distribution Center Manager, Material Supply Manager, and Site Integrated Planning Manager. Eric also served as the Conditioner Supply Chain Operating Department Manager, Site Supply Network Operations Leader, Packing Materials, Process, and Delivery Leader, and Value Stream Manager before becoming the Human Resources Director in 2021.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Since 2021, Eric Van Roekel has been serving as the Human Resources Director at Procter & Gamble's Iowa City office. In this role, he utilizes his extensive experience and understanding of the company's operations to align HR strategies with organizational objectives. His background in logistics and supply chain management equips him to cater to both operational and human resource needs effectively.
Previous Positions at Procter & Gamble
Before his current role, Eric Van Roekel held multiple key positions at Procter & Gamble. These include Value Stream Manager (2016-2021), Packing Materials, Process, and Delivery Leader (2014-2016), and Site Supply Network Operations Leader (2011-2014). Eric also contributed as Conditioner Supply Chain Operating Department Manager (2008-2011) and Site Integrated Planning Manager (2005-2008). Each role allowed him to hone his skills in supply chain and logistics, vital for his current HR responsibilities.
Educational Background
Eric Van Roekel graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Iowa State University, studying from 1986 to 1990. His academic background in industrial engineering laid the foundation for his career in operations management and human resources.
Expertise in SAP and Analytical Tools
Eric Van Roekel has expertise in SAP and Excel-based analytical tools, which are crucial for operations management and supply chain efficiency. This technical proficiency supports his ability to integrate HR strategies with the operational demands of Procter & Gamble, ensuring alignment between human resources and business operations.