Lucas Manganaro
About Lucas Manganaro
Lucas Manganaro is the Managing Director & Supply Chain Innovation Practice Leader at Protiviti, with over 20 years of experience in supply chain and procurement leadership roles.
Professional Background
Lucas Manganaro is the Managing Director and Supply Chain Innovation Practice Leader at Protiviti. His work in this role focuses on innovating supply chain processes within the company. Lucas's extensive professional trajectory includes significant roles at IBM such as Finance & Supply Chain Transformation Service Line Leader for the Distribution Market and Partner, Supply Chain & Procurement Practice Leader for North America. His experience also spans leadership roles at CLM GURUS and advisory roles at Magnalane Contract Management.
Experience in Supply Chain and Procurement
Lucas Manganaro has built a robust career with over 20 years of experience in supply chain and procurement leadership roles. His notable stint at IBM saw him in various senior consulting roles from 2008 to 2018, culminating in leadership of both procurement and supply chain practices across North America. Lucas also honed his leadership skills as the Founder and CEO of Heartwood Inc. and during his time at YRC Worldwide, Inc. as a Logistics Strategy MBA Intern.
Educational Background
Lucas Manganaro attended Purdue University for both his undergraduate and graduate education. He achieved a Bachelor of Science in Management in 2002 and later earned an MBA in Operations and Supply Chain from Purdue's Daniels School of Business in 2008. These academic credentials have provided him with a solid foundation for his extensive career in logistics and supply chain management.
Leadership Roles in Technology and Consultancy
During his tenure at IBM, Lucas Manganaro held pivotal roles including Finance & Supply Chain Transformation Service Line Leader and Partner, Supply Chain & Procurement Practice Leader for North America. These roles involved leveraging technology and transforming business processes to enhance operational efficiency. His leadership skills are further demonstrated through his positions at CLM GURUS and his advisory role at Magnalane Contract Management.
Board and Advisory Roles
Lucas Manganaro has been actively involved in board and advisory positions, including his time as a Board Member at CLM GURUS from 2021 to 2022 and his ongoing Advisory Board role at Magnalane Contract Management since 2017. These roles underscore his commitment to advancing supply chain and procurement practices through strategic guidance and industry insights.