Taylor Klingensmith
About Taylor Klingensmith
Taylor Klingensmith serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain Optimization at Zep Inc., where he has worked since 2020. He has a strong background in supply chain management, having held various positions at Zep Inc. since 2011, and has led significant business initiatives and plant expansions.
Work at Zep
Taylor Klingensmith has been with Zep Inc. since 2011, holding various positions within the company. Currently, as the Vice President of Supply Chain Optimization since 2020, Klingensmith oversees strategic initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency. Prior roles include Supply Chain Planning Manager from 2014 to 2017, Supply Chain Planning Director from 2017 to 2020, Production Planning Manager from 2012 to 2014, and Production Planner from 2011 to 2012. Klingensmith's tenure at Zep has involved significant contributions to supply chain management and operational improvements.
Education and Expertise
Taylor Klingensmith studied at Clayton State University, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts in Supply Chain Management from 2008 to 2010. This educational background has provided a foundation for Klingensmith's extensive experience in supply chain roles at Zep Inc. Klingensmith's expertise includes supply chain optimization, production planning, and strategic initiative implementation.
Background
Taylor Klingensmith has over a decade of experience in supply chain management, primarily at Zep Inc. Klingensmith's career began as a Production Planner and progressed through various roles, including Production Planning Manager and Supply Chain Planning Director. This progression reflects a deepening expertise in supply chain processes and leadership within the organization.
Achievements
In the role of Vice President of Supply Chain Optimization, Taylor Klingensmith led the implementation of the SAP 6.0 PP module for the Food and Beverage business unit, which launched in June 2021. Klingensmith has also led transformational business initiatives valued at over $3 million, executed plant expansions with a total spend exceeding $6.5 million, and initiated a plant startup with over $4 million in investment. These initiatives have contributed to significant operational advancements within Zep Inc.