Karen Pettigrew, Cpsm
About Karen Pettigrew, Cpsm
Karen Pettigrew is a Product Line Manager at Vertical Supply Group, where she has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in supply chain management, she has held various roles in companies such as Best Western International, Beiersdorf, and Procter & Gamble.
Work at Vertical Supply Group
Karen Pettigrew currently serves as a Product Line Manager at Vertical Supply Group, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing product lines and ensuring alignment with company objectives. Prior to this, she worked as a Buyer/Planner at the same organization starting in 2021. Her responsibilities include managing purchasing and planning activities to optimize supply chain efficiency.
Professional Experience in Supply Chain Management
Karen Pettigrew has extensive experience in supply chain management, having held various positions across multiple companies. She worked at Best Western International HQ as a Senior Purchasing Representative and Design Assistant from 2007 to 2014. She also served as a Demand Planner at Hafele America from 2018 to 2020, and as a Data Transition and BOM Analyst at Tempur Sealy International in 2020. Her roles have focused on planning, purchasing, and process improvement within supply chain operations.
Education and Expertise
Karen Pettigrew holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Notre Dame de Namur University. She also earned an Associate of Science degree in Business from Cañada College and a Certificate in Transportation from De Anza College. Her educational background supports her expertise in supply chain management, particularly in process improvement and inventory management.
Background in Planning and Forecasting
Karen Pettigrew has a strong background in planning and forecasting within the supply chain sector. She has worked as a Division Planner at Beiersdorf, focusing on statistical forecasting for brands like Nivea and Curad. Additionally, she served as a Business Planner for Quaker Oats, managing Gatorade and Snapple operations. Her experience includes implementing SAP and Netsuite systems to enhance supply chain processes.
Career History and Key Roles
Throughout her career, Karen Pettigrew has held key roles in various organizations. She worked at Dole Food Company as a Production Service Manager and at Procter & Gamble as a Senior Production Planner. Her diverse experience spans over three decades, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of inventory management and distribution strategies across different sectors.