Todd Pode

Todd Pode is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as the Global Category Lead for Solvents at AkzoNobel since April 2012. In this role, Todd is accountable for managing all global solvent spend and leading strategic procurement efforts across the organization’s operations. Previous positions within AkzoNobel include Category Manager roles overseeing substantial spend portfolios in industrial chemicals and indirect procurement. Todd's responsibilities have encompassed strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration with R&D and sales teams, policy development, and cost optimization initiatives. Prior to AkzoNobel, Todd gained experience as a Purchasing Manager at GEP Worldwide and as a Project Leader at EDS, an HP Company. Todd holds a BBA in Economics and Finance from Western Michigan University.