Erich Anderson
About Erich Anderson
Erich Anderson is a Principal Program Manager at Vorto, with a background in product management and pricing operations at companies like Amazon and Convoy Inc. He holds an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business and has experience in startups, combining analytical skills with a collaborative management style.
Current Role at VORTO
Erich Anderson serves as a Principal Program Manager at Vorto, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing program management initiatives and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. His work focuses on leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and drive project success.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Anderson worked at Amazon in various roles, including Senior Product Manager for Contract Pricing from 2020 to 2022 and Senior Program Manager for Pricing Execution in 2022. His tenure at Amazon spanned over two years, during which he contributed to pricing strategies and operational execution in Seattle.
Educational Background
Erich Anderson has a diverse educational background. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business from 2017 to 2020. He also holds two Bachelor's degrees in Accounting and Finance from Western Washington University, completed between 2003 and 2009. Additionally, he studied data analytics and Python programming at Dataquest.io from 2016 to 2017 and took data analysis classes at Udacity from 2014 to 2015.
Experience in Startup Environments
Anderson has a strong background in startup environments, having been involved in four different startups. This experience highlights his entrepreneurial skills and ability to navigate the challenges associated with early-stage companies. His roles in these startups have contributed to his expertise in operational problem-solving and technology-driven solutions.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Erich Anderson has held various positions across multiple companies. He worked at Convoy Inc as a Pricing Operations Manager in 2019 and briefly in 2020. His earlier roles include Utilities Manager and Project Manager at American Homes 4 Rent, as well as a Strategy and Operations Associate at Enova International. His career began in 2004 as a Valet at Ace Parking, demonstrating a long history of professional development.