Brian H. Tahlier
About Brian H. Tahlier
Brian H. Tahlier is a Senior Operations Leader at Redwood Materials, with extensive experience in logistics and supply chain management. He has worked for major companies such as PepsiCo and Tesla, and has a background in military logistics through his service in the US Navy.
Work at Redwood Materials
Brian H. Tahlier has been serving as a Senior Operations Leader at Redwood Materials since 2023. He is based in Reno, Nevada, and works on-site. In this role, he focuses on optimizing operations within the company, which specializes in sustainable battery recycling and materials recovery.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to joining Redwood Materials, Tahlier held various positions in supply chain management. He worked at PepsiCo as a Supply Chain Master Planner from 2010 to 2013 and later as a Fleet Capability Manager from 2015 to 2018. He also served as a Regional MRP Manager and Senior Supply Chain Planner at PepsiCo during his tenure from 2007 to 2015.
Experience at Tesla
Tahlier worked at Tesla in multiple roles from 2018 to 2022. He was involved as a Production Leader for the Model 3 and Model Y Battery at Gigafactory Nevada, and later as an Incoming Quality/Site Quality Operations Leader. He also held a position as Quality Operations Leader for Residential Energy in 2022.
Military Background
Brian H. Tahlier has a significant military background, serving in the US Navy for over 16 years. His roles included Director of Logistics and Operations during deployments in Virginia Beach and Dubai. He also served as a Supply Officer in both Active Component and Reserves, contributing to logistics and operational management.
Education and Expertise
Tahlier holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His educational background complements his extensive experience in logistics and operations, where he has effectively utilized technology to enhance productivity and streamline processes.