Joanne Baird
About Joanne Baird
Joanne Baird serves as the Global Senior Manager of Capital Project Procurement at Stepan Company, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in supply chain management and procurement, she has held various leadership positions across multiple companies, focusing on performance metrics and strategic project oversight.
Work at Stepan Company
Joanne Baird has been serving as the Global Senior Manager of Capital Project Procurement at Stepan Company since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing procurement strategies related to capital projects. Based in Northbrook, IL, she has contributed to the company's procurement processes by utilizing her extensive experience in supply chain management.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to her current position, Joanne Baird held several key roles in supply chain management. She worked as the Director of Domestic Supply Chain at Plano Synergy from 2014 to 2017. Before that, she was the Senior Buyer for Resin & Commodities at Graham Packaging from 1998 to 2011. Additionally, she served as Purchasing Commodity Manager at BWAY Corporation from 2011 to 2014 and as Global Sourcing and Procurement Manager at Reynolds Consumer Products from 2017 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Joanne Baird studied Business Administration with a focus on Operations at DeVry University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree from 2005 to 2008. Her academic background supports her expertise in procurement, supply chain management, and financial reporting. She specializes in creating and reviewing financial reports, including budget and variance analyses.
Specializations in Procurement
Joanne Baird specializes in various aspects of procurement, including category management, materials management, and vendor management. She has a strong focus on supplier compliance and strategic planning. Her hands-on approach includes mentoring and training staff in manufacturing KPIs and MRP implementation, which enhances operational efficiency.
Utilization of Performance Metrics
In her roles, Joanne Baird utilizes EBITDA as a key performance metric to evaluate procurement and supply chain performance. She has extensive experience in tracking cost savings and overseeing strategic projects, with a particular emphasis on monitoring Vendor Management Office (VMO) KPIs to ensure effective supplier performance.