Corey Heffner, Cpsm
About Corey Heffner, Cpsm
Corey Heffner is a Lead Category Manager in Supply Chain at Spire, where he has worked since 2017. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and an MBA, and has over eight years of experience in procurement, focusing on indirect spend.
Current Role at Spire
Corey Heffner serves as the Lead, Category Manager in Supply Chain at Spire, a position he has held since 2023. He has been with Spire since 2017, initially starting as a Procurement Category Specialist. His current role involves overseeing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships, contributing to the efficiency of the supply chain operations. He operates in a hybrid work environment in St. Louis, Missouri.
Professional Experience
Corey Heffner has accumulated over eight years of experience in procurement, focusing on indirect spend. Before his current position at Spire, he worked at MilliporeSigma in various roles, including Senior Sourcing Specialist and Associate Sourcing Manager. He also held a brief position as a Procurement Specialist at MilliporeSigma in 2015. His early career included a role as a Chemist I at SAFC from 2013 to 2015 and a leadership position as CAP Chair at Delta Tau Delta Fraternity during his time at the University of Delaware.
Education and Qualifications
Corey Heffner holds a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry from the University of Delaware, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration and Management from Lindenwood University, completing the program from 2014 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in procurement and supply chain management.
Skills and Contributions
Corey is known for his ability to develop close working relationships with various departments, including IT, HR, Corporate Communications, and Customer Experience. He employs a subjective approach to provide context and clarity to internal stakeholders, which aids in effective decision-making. His reliability and high drive are recognized as key attributes in completing tasks promptly.