Joe Kontak
About Joe Kontak
Joe Kontak is a Manager at Spaulding Ridge, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and logistics, having held various positions at notable companies including General Electric, General Mills, and O-I.
Work at Spaulding Ridge
Joe Kontak currently serves as a Manager at Spaulding Ridge, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and managing logistics strategies. Additionally, he holds the title of Delivery Director, where he oversees project delivery and client engagement. His responsibilities include leading discussions on supply chain resiliency and optimization, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before joining Spaulding Ridge, Joe Kontak accumulated extensive experience in supply chain management. He worked as a Supply Chain Manager at General Mills for seven months in 2018. He also held the position of International Logistics Manager from 2018 to 2020 and served as Sr. Manager of Global Logistics and Analytics for 11 months in 2020 to 2021. His earlier roles include working as a Warehouse Capabilities Lead and Replenishment Optimization Lead in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Technical Background and Early Career
Joe Kontak began his career with a Technical Engineering Co-op at GE in 2011, where he worked for five months in Bucyrus, Ohio. He later gained experience as a Lean Six Sigma Intern at O-I in 2012 and as a Logistics Management Associate from 2013 to 2015 in West Chicago, Illinois. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in engineering and logistics, essential for his later positions in supply chain management.
Education and Expertise
Joe Kontak earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Integrated Systems Engineering from The Ohio State University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2013. His educational background equips him with the analytical skills necessary for optimizing supply chain processes. He has also authored an article on nearshoring as a supply chain solution, reflecting his expertise in current industry trends and challenges.