John Foster

John Foster is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in supply chain management, operations strategy, and transformation program management, currently serving as Senior Manager of Transformation Program Management at Altria since May 2018. John has successfully led initiatives to streamline product portfolios and develop innovative infrastructure, while also overseeing multi-million dollar cost-saving projects across multiple facilities. Prior roles at Philip Morris USA included managing a substantial budget for direct materials and supervising manufacturing operations. Academic credentials include an MBA from Villanova University and a Bachelor of Engineering from Virginia Tech, complemented by a certificate in leadership and management from Harvard Business School Online.