Laura Dowd
About Laura Dowd
Laura Dowd serves as a Category Leader at Tennant Company, a position she has held since 2021. Her extensive experience includes roles in supply chain and material control across various companies, including AECOM and Harley-Davidson.
Work at Tennant Company
Laura Dowd has been serving as a Category Leader at Tennant Company since 2021. In this role, she oversees various category management functions, contributing to the strategic direction of the company. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Sr. Global Strategic Supply Analyst at Tennant from 2018 to 2021. Her tenure at the company began earlier when she held the position of Global Strategic Supply Analyst from 2017 to 2018. Laura's experience at Tennant spans multiple roles, showcasing her expertise in supply chain management.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before her roles at Tennant Company, Laura Dowd worked at AECOM as a Sr. Material Control Specialist from 2015 to 2017. Her career in supply chain management began at URS Corporation, an AECOM Company, where she served as a Buyer/Expeditor from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she gained valuable experience at Harley-Davidson Motor Company, where she completed two internships: as a Developmental Purchasing Analyst Intern and as a Supply Chain Analyst Intern, both in 2011 and 2012. This diverse background has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain processes.
Education and Academic Background
Laura Dowd studied at Marquette University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus on Operations and Supply Chain Management and Finance from 2008 to 2012. She also attended the University of Antwerp, where she achieved a degree in International Business. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her career in supply chain management and strategic analysis.