Kyle A. Hightower
About Kyle A. Hightower
Kyle A. Hightower is the Manager of Solutions and Value Engineering at project44 in Chicago, Illinois, with extensive experience in logistics, supply chain management, and IT.
Current Position at project44
Kyle A. Hightower is currently serving as the Manager of Solutions and Value Engineering at project44 in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he has developed an extensive training program aimed at company-wide end users. His responsibilities also include supporting the international deployment of new solutions through site assessments, setting customization, and providing on-site support for go-live.
Previous Experience at PepsiCo
Kyle A. Hightower worked at PepsiCo in multiple capacities, including as a Facilities Management Specialist for one month in 2022 in Plano, Texas. Prior to this, he held the position of Network Optimization Manager of Transportation for Frito Lay North America, from 2009 to 2021. During his 12-year tenure in Plano, Texas, he amassed extensive experience in logistics, supply chain management, and transportation optimization.
Role at FourKites, Inc.
Between 2021 and 2022, Kyle A. Hightower was employed as a Solutions Consultant at FourKites, Inc. in Wooster, Ohio. His role involved providing expert consultation on logistics and supply chain solutions, where he utilized his skills in pre-sales, operations management, warehouse operations, and system design and deployment.
Military Service in USMC Reserves
Kyle A. Hightower served in the USMC Reserves from 1997 to 2003, holding the rank of Corporal and performing duties as an Infantry Squad Leader. His military experience endowed him with leadership skills and a disciplined approach to operations and management.
Educational Background
Kyle A. Hightower earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from the University of North Texas. He studied there from 2006 to 2009, developing a strong theoretical and practical foundation in logistics, supply chain management, and information technology.