Kathy Koester
About Kathy Koester
Kathy Koester is the Business Planning Operations Section Head at Procter & Gamble Chemicals, with over two decades of experience at the company in various engineering and leadership roles.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Kathy Koester currently serves as the Business Planning Operations Section Head at Procter & Gamble Chemicals. Since 2016, she has been based in Cincinnati, Ohio, overseeing operational strategies and ensuring effective business planning within the chemical sector of the company. Her role requires a keen understanding of both business processes and chemical operations, reflecting her extensive background at Procter & Gamble.
Previous Roles at Procter & Gamble
Kathy Koester has held various positions at Procter & Gamble over her long-term tenure with the company. Notably, she was the Global Material Supply Manager for the Paper Sector Hygiene from 2015 to 2016. Prior to that, she served as the Materials Engineering Section Head from 2007 to 2015. Earlier roles included Manufacturing Department Manager (2004-2006) and Diapers Process and Equipment Engineer (1999-2004), all based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Educational Background
Kathy Koester completed her Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, where she studied from 1994 to 1999. This technical foundation has been instrumental in supporting her various engineering and managerial roles at Procter & Gamble.
Expertise in Multiple Sectors
Throughout her career at Procter & Gamble, Kathy Koester has gained experience across multiple sectors including paper hygiene and chemical operations. Her transition from engineering positions to leadership roles demonstrates her adaptability and comprehensive skill set, making her a versatile asset to the company.