Erik Holzhauer
About Erik Holzhauer
Erik Holzhauer serves as the Vice President of Business Development & Partnerships at Vorto and is the CSCMP Rocky Mountain Sponsorship Chair. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, having held leadership roles at Uber Freight, UPS, and Ryder Supply Chain Solutions.
Current Role at Vorto
Erik Holzhauer serves as Vice President of Business Development & Partnerships at Vorto, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on building partnerships that promote economic and environmental sustainability through digital transformation in supply chains. He utilizes Vorto's Autopilot feature to enhance operational efficiency by predicting demand and automating carrier dispatch. This allows teams to concentrate on strategic initiatives, aligning with Vorto's mission to innovate supply chain management.
Previous Experience at Uber Freight
Prior to his current role, Erik Holzhauer was the Vice President of Sales at Uber Freight from 2022 to 2023. During his tenure, he contributed to the company's growth in the freight industry, leveraging his extensive experience in business development and partnerships. His work at Uber Freight further solidified his expertise in supply chain management and logistics.
Career Background in Supply Chain Management
Erik Holzhauer has a diverse background in supply chain management, having worked at UPS for eight years in various roles, including Industrial Engineer and Logistics Consultant. He also held positions at Ryder Supply Chain Solutions, where he served as Director of Business Development, Logistics Solutions Manager, and Senior Supply Chain Solutions Manager from 2013 to 2022. His experience spans multiple facets of logistics, enhancing his understanding of the industry.
Educational Qualifications
Erik Holzhauer has a solid educational foundation in business and supply chain management. He studied at Columbia University from 2001 to 2003 and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Redlands. Additionally, he completed a Logistics and Supply Chain Management Certificate program at the University of Redlands from 2014 to 2015. He also attended UC San Diego and UC Irvine, further broadening his academic background.
Community Involvement and Personal Interests
In addition to his professional commitments, Erik Holzhauer is actively involved in community activities, particularly assisting with Girl Scout Cookie sales. This involvement reflects his dedication to community service. He is also a budding CrossFit enthusiast, indicating a commitment to personal fitness and health, which complements his professional focus on sustainability and well-being.