Leonard Santos
About Leonard Santos
Leonard Santos is a Global Sourcing Leader at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where he has worked since 2020. He holds an MBA from the University of Southern California and has extensive experience in supply chain management and global sourcing across various industries.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Leonard Santos has been serving as the Global Sourcing Leader at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2020. His role involves overseeing sourcing strategies and supply chain management to enhance operational efficiency. Based in Lake Forest, California, he has contributed to the company's global sourcing initiatives for four years, focusing on optimizing procurement processes and supplier relationships.
Education and Expertise
Leonard Santos holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Southern California, where he studied Business Administration, Management, and Operations. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music from the University of Redlands. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in supply chain management and global sourcing.
Background
Leonard Santos has a diverse professional background in supply chain management and global sourcing. Prior to his current role at Spectrum Brands, he worked as a Global Sourcing Manager at Vyaire Medical from 2018 to 2020. His experience includes significant roles at BASF Structural Materials/Cytec, where he served as Program Materials Manager and Supplier Auditor for the F22 Federal Government Defense Program.
Achievements
Leonard Santos established and registered a certified Maquiladora Supply Chain Program in Mexico, demonstrating his capability in international supply chain operations. He also created an Integrated Supply Chain Management program utilized at Boeing during his tenure at BASF Structural Materials/Cytec. Additionally, he authored and administered a Risk Assessment Program at Smith International Tungsten Carbide Manufacturing.
Global Sourcing Experience
Throughout his career, Leonard Santos has held global responsibilities for managing materials, purchasing, and logistics functions across multiple operating facilities in various countries. His experience at Henkel Loctite Corp./Dexter Corp. involved overseeing these functions across eight different facilities, showcasing his ability to manage complex supply chain operations on an international scale.