Kevin Wetherington
About Kevin Wetherington
Kevin Wetherington serves as the Director of Global Sourcing Direct Materials at J.B. Poindexter & Co, Inc., a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and purchasing, having worked in various roles across multiple companies over the past three decades.
Work at JB Poindexter & Co
Kevin Wetherington has served as the Director of Global Sourcing Direct Materials at J.B. Poindexter & Co, Inc. since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the sourcing of direct materials on a global scale. His tenure at the company has lasted for five years, during which he has contributed to the strategic sourcing initiatives that support the organization’s operational goals.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to his current position, Kevin Wetherington held various roles in supply chain management. He worked at Morgan Corporation as a Senior Global Supply Chain Manager for one year, from 2018 to 2019. Before that, he served as the Global Sourcing Manager at Morgan Corporation for eight years, from 2010 to 2018. His experience also includes a six-year tenure as Director of Asia Operations at INTERGLOBAL FOREST, LLC, from 2004 to 2010, where he managed operations in China.
Career in Purchasing Management
Kevin Wetherington has a strong background in purchasing management. He worked as a Purchasing Manager at Columbia Forest Products from 1993 to 2002 for nine years in Chatham, Virginia. After that, he served as a Purchasing Manager at States Industries for two years, from 2002 to 2004, in Mocksville, North Carolina. His extensive experience in purchasing has equipped him with valuable insights into material sourcing and supply chain efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Wetherington studied at North Carolina State University, where he achieved a degree in Wood Science. This educational background has provided him with specialized knowledge relevant to his roles in sourcing and supply chain management, particularly in industries related to wood products and materials.