Terry R. Royer
About Terry R. Royer
Terry R. Royer serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Zep Inc., a position he has held since 2023. With extensive experience in supply chain management and operations across various industries, he has previously held significant roles at companies such as Radienz Living, Siemens, and General Electric.
Current Role at Zep Inc.
Terry R. Royer serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer at Zep Inc. since 2023. His role is based in Atlanta, Georgia, where he works on-site. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing the supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in the company's logistics and procurement processes.
Previous Experience at Radienz Living
Before joining Zep Inc., Terry held the position of Chief Supply Chain Officer at Radienz Living from 2021 to 2023. His tenure at the company, located in Melville, New York, was characterized by a hybrid work model. In this role, he managed supply chain strategies to enhance operational performance.
Professional Background in Supply Chain Management
Terry R. Royer has extensive experience in supply chain management, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. His career includes significant positions at Siemens, General Electric, and The Master Lock Company, where he contributed to operations and supply chain strategies. He has held roles such as Plant Manager, VP of Global Operations, and Senior Vice President of Global Operations & Supply Chain.
Education and Expertise
Terry holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he studied from 1990 to 1992. He also earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies from 1998 to 2000. His educational background supports his technical expertise and business acumen in supply chain management.
Leadership Style and Achievements
Terry utilizes a participative leadership style to achieve business objectives. He has successfully rebuilt leadership teams, such as at Winergy Drive Systems Corporation, aligning them with industry dynamics to support business growth. His initiatives have led to the development of programs that fostered business expansion.