Kurt Welz
About Kurt Welz
Kurt Welz is a Product Sourcing Manager with extensive experience in supply chain management and retail product sourcing. He has held various managerial roles in notable companies, including Feeding America, where he has worked since 2008.
Work at Feeding America
Kurt Welz has been serving as the Product Sourcing Manager at Feeding America since 2008. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the sourcing of products to support the organization’s mission of reducing hunger. His expertise in supply chain management and retail product sourcing contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of Feeding America's operations.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Kurt Welz has extensive experience in supply chain management, having held several key positions in the industry. He worked at Jewel-Osco as Reclamation Center Manager from 1997 to 1999. He then served as Corporate Reclamation Manager at Albertsons from 1999 to 2005. His role as Reverse Distribution Manager at Johnson & Johnson lasted from 2006 to 2007, and he was the Manager of Reverse Logistics at Pfizer Consumer Healthcare from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, he worked as Store Donation Manager at America's Second Harvest from 2007 to 2008.
Educational Background
Kurt Welz studied at Northern Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from 1986 to 1988. Prior to that, he attended the College of DuPage, achieving an Associate of Arts degree from 1984 to 1986. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles relevant to his career in supply chain management.
Expertise in Retail Product Sourcing
Kurt Welz possesses a strong background in retail product sourcing, which involves identifying and acquiring products for retail sale. His experience includes ensuring that sourced products meet quality and cost standards. He also has specialized skills in managing unsaleables and reclamation processes, which are essential for reducing waste and enhancing sustainability in retail operations.
Career Progression in Retail Management
Kurt Welz began his career in retail management as Store General Manager at Osco Drug, where he worked from 1988 to 1997. His career in retail management laid the groundwork for his later roles in supply chain management and product sourcing. This progression reflects his commitment to improving operational efficiency within the retail sector.