Melinda Baldauf
About Melinda Baldauf
Melinda Baldauf is the Senior Purchasing Manager for Global Perfumes and Delivery Technologies at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in strategic procurement and planning within the flavor industry.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Melinda Baldauf is currently the Senior Purchasing Manager for Global Perfumes and Delivery Technologies at Procter & Gamble, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. She has held this role since 2022. In this position, she is responsible for managing global supply chains and ensuring the effective procurement of perfumes and delivery technologies. Her expertise in inventory control and strategic sourcing helps in optimizing procurement processes for this multinational consumer goods corporation.
Previous Experience at MANE
Before joining Procter & Gamble, Melinda Baldauf served as the Director of Strategic Procurement and Planning at MANE from 2019 to 2022 in Lebanon, Ohio. During her three-year tenure, she focused on developing and cultivating supplier relationships to achieve cost-effective procurement solutions. She also led strategic initiatives to streamline procurement processes, enhancing both efficiency and cost-control.
Career at Archer Daniels Midland Company
Melinda Baldauf's earlier career included various roles at Archer Daniels Midland Company, specifically at WILD Flavors, Inc. She started as a Buyer (2014-2015) and then ascended to Global Lead Buyer (2015-2016) and, finally, to Director of Strategic Pricing (2016-2018). Based in Erlanger, Kentucky, these positions allowed her to focus on global procurement strategies, supplier management, and pricing strategies, solidifying her expertise in the flavor industry.
Work Experience at Cargill
Melinda Baldauf was employed at Cargill from 2007 to 2014, holding multiple roles. She started as Procurement Manager for Cargill Flavor Systems in Cincinnati, OH (2007-2011), then moved to be a Strategic Sourcing Analyst (2011-2013), and finally became a Strategic Sourcing Manager for Ingredients in Wichita, KS (2013-2014). Her responsibilities included managing ingredient sourcing and enhancing procurement strategies, demonstrating her ability to oversee complex supply chains.
Educational Background
Melinda Baldauf holds an MBA from Xavier University (2005-2007) and a BBA in Marketing from the University of Kentucky (1996-2000). Additionally, she completed the MANE Advanced Leadership Acceleration Program at IMD from 2019 to 2021. Her academic background complements her professional experience, equipping her with a comprehensive understanding of business administration and strategic leadership in procurement.