Tammy Nichols
About Tammy Nichols
Tammy Nichols is the Director of Product Management for Food & Beverage at Zep Inc., where she has worked since 2017. With extensive experience in product management across various companies, she specializes in sanitation and safety programs in the food industry.
Current Role at Zep Inc.
Tammy Nichols serves as the Director of Product Management for Food & Beverage at Zep Inc. since 2017. In this role, she oversees product strategies and development initiatives tailored to the food and beverage sector. Her responsibilities include collaborating with various teams to ensure that products meet industry standards and customer needs. She engages with the Equipment & Fabrication Department to deliver custom equipment and installation solutions for specialized cleaning and maintenance requirements.
Previous Experience at Bunge North America
Tammy Nichols worked at Bunge North America, Inc. as an Assistant Product Manager from 1996 to 1998. During her two-year tenure in Atlanta, GA, she contributed to product management activities, focusing on the food industry. This role provided her with foundational experience in product development and market analysis.
Professional Background at Cargill
Nichols held the position of Product Manager at Cargill from 2006 to 2013, where she worked for seven years in Atlanta, GA. In this capacity, she managed product lines and developed strategies to enhance market presence. Her experience at Cargill further solidified her expertise in product management within the food sector.
Education and Expertise in Food Science
Tammy Nichols earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science from Purdue University, where she studied from 1986 to 1990. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in food safety and product development. She continues to apply her knowledge in her current role, working alongside SQF and HACCP-Educated Food Safety Specialists to help clients manage risks and control costs.
Contributions to Sanitation Programs
Nichols has been involved in the development and implementation of the Assure™ Sanitation Program at AFCO. This program focuses on providing technical service and support for sanitation and safety initiatives in the food industry. She collaborates with the Quality Action Team, which includes microbiologists, chemists, and food scientists, to troubleshoot and enhance processes in food and beverage plants.