Michael Chao
About Michael Chao
Michael Chao is the Manager of Supply Chain Strategy & Capabilities at SC Johnson in Chicago, Illinois, with a robust background in supply chain management across various companies.
Current Role at SC Johnson
Michael Chao is the Manager of Supply Chain Strategy & Capabilities at SC Johnson, based in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing strategies and capabilities within the company's supply chain. His work focuses on streamlining and enhancing supply chain operations to support the company's overall business objectives.
Previous Positions at SC Johnson
Michael Chao has held various roles at SC Johnson. From 2021 to 2022, he worked as the Manager of Customer Supply Chain Capabilities for 10 months. Before that, he served as the Customer Supply Chain Manager-Drug from 2020 to 2021 for one year. In these roles, he contributed to improving supply chain processes and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Experience at Walgreens
Michael Chao worked at Walgreens for four years in two different capacities. From 2018 to 2020, he was the Manager of Supplier Collaboration in Deerfield, Illinois. Prior to that, he was the Business Process Manager for Supply Chain from 2016 to 2018 in Northbrook, Illinois. In these roles, he played a critical role in facilitating supplier relationships and streamlining business processes.
Career at Clover Technologies Group
At Clover Technologies Group, Michael Chao held multiple roles between 2011 and 2016. Starting as a Demand Planner in 2011, he progressed to Demand Planner II in 2012, Corporate Inventory Analyst in 2013, and continued in this role until 2016 in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. His efforts contributed to significant improvements in inventory management and demand forecasting.
Educational Background
Michael Chao earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from Illinois State University. He studied at the university from 2006 to 2010, where he developed foundational knowledge and skills that would support his future career in supply chain management.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Michael Chao has received several accolades and made notable contributions in his field. He implemented a new ERP system at SC Johnson that increased supply chain efficiency by 15%. In 2021, he presented on 'Leveraging Technology for Supply Chain Optimization' at the Supply Chain Management Conference and received the 'Excellence in Supply Chain Management' award from SC Johnson. Additionally, he published an article on digital transformation impacts in supply chains in the 'Journal of Supply Chain Management'.
Volunteer Work and Mentorship
Michael Chao volunteers as a mentor for the Chicago Supply Chain Professional Network. In this capacity, he helps young professionals advance their careers in supply chain management by sharing his expertise and industry insights. His mentorship has been instrumental in shaping the next generation of supply chain leaders.