Daniela Becker
About Daniela Becker
Daniela Becker serves as the Vice President of Supply Chain at Hawaiian Airlines, a position she has held since 2020. Based in Portland, Oregon, she is responsible for managing freight transportation and ensuring efficient material movement to support aircraft operations.
Work at Hawaiian Airlines
Daniela Becker has served as Vice President of Supply Chain at Hawaiian Airlines since 2020. In this role, she is based in Portland, Oregon, and is responsible for minimizing fleet out-of-service numbers by efficiently managing the movement of materials across a global network. Her efforts support scheduled aircraft departures, ensuring operational efficiency. Becker oversees freight transportation, jet and ground fuel programs, and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) material requirements. She also manages the procurement of aircraft modification materials and maintains supply chain partnerships with other airlines and vendors.
Education and Expertise
Daniela Becker holds a Master of Finance from the Technical University of Munich, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Bergen, completing her studies from 1996 to 1999. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in finance and business management, which supports her current role in supply chain management.
Background
Before joining Hawaiian Airlines, Daniela Becker worked at Sundt Air AS for a total of 13 years. She began her career there as a Flight Attendant from 2005 to 2008, gaining experience in customer service and airline operations. She then transitioned to the role of Director of Logistics, where she worked from 2009 to 2019. This experience in logistics and operations has contributed to her expertise in supply chain management.
Achievements
In her role at Hawaiian Airlines, Daniela Becker has successfully managed supply chain business operations, including contracts, supplier performance, and warranty management. She has played a key role in securing materials for all fleet modification projects, ensuring that the airline's operational needs are met efficiently. Her leadership in freight transportation and fuel programs has contributed to the overall effectiveness of the airline's supply chain.