Ralph Morrell (Ralph.Morrell@Gmail.Com)
About Ralph Morrell (Ralph.Morrell@Gmail.Com)
Ralph Morrell is a Strategic Sourcing Manager with extensive experience in supply chain management, having previously held senior roles at companies such as Georgia-Pacific Corporation and Chemetall Foote Corporation. He holds multiple degrees, including a B.A. in History from Penn State University and an M.B.A. from Georgia State University.
Work at Wastequip
Ralph Morrell has been employed at Wastequip LLC as the Strategic Sourcing Manager since 2015. In this role, he has focused on enhancing the strategic sourcing processes within the company. His efforts have led to significant savings on commodities that account for a large portion of the company's cost of goods sold. Morrell's initiatives have resulted in measurable improvements in material productivity, including a notable $10 million in year-over-year savings for hot rolled steel.
Previous Experience at Georgia-Pacific Corporation
Prior to his current position, Ralph Morrell worked at Georgia-Pacific Corporation as a Senior Global Product Manager, specifically in the role of Commodity Manager. He held this position for ten years, from 1991 to 2001, in Atlanta, GA. During his tenure, he contributed to the company's supply chain management and product strategy, leveraging his expertise in sourcing and procurement.
Background in Supply Chain Management
Ralph Morrell has extensive experience in supply chain management, having served as the Global Supply Chain Manager at Chemetall Foote Corporation from 2005 to 2008. His responsibilities included overseeing global sourcing strategies and optimizing supply chain operations. He provided business guidance that supported the company's international operations, particularly in managing a $77 million supply chain.
Education and Expertise
Ralph Morrell holds multiple degrees that contribute to his expertise in business and management. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Penn State University. He also studied at Georgia State University, where he achieved a Master of International Business and a Master of Science in Marketing. Additionally, he completed an MBA at Penn State University, which further solidified his knowledge in management practices.
Achievements in Strategic Sourcing
Throughout his career, Ralph Morrell has achieved significant results in strategic sourcing. He created the largest bulk nail sourcing program in industry history, which required 100 truckloads per month. He has consistently delivered purchasing savings of ten to twenty percent and successfully negotiated savings in various commodities, including a $1.7 million reduction in structural tubing costs.