Steve Daniels

Steve Daniels has a diverse work experience spanning over three decades. Steve began their career as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Navy, serving for eight years. Following their military service, Steve worked in various supply chain management roles at different companies. At AngioDynamics, they served as the Vice President of Global Supply Chain. Prior to that, Steve was a self-employed Supply Chain Management Consultant from 2015 to 2018.

Steve's longest tenure was at Covidien, where they held multiple leadership positions. Steve served as the Vice President of Business Operations for Emerging Markets, responsible for supply chain strategy, organization, and performance for a $1.7 billion business unit spanning various regions. Steve also developed and implemented customized manufacturing strategies and processes for emerging markets, led acquisitions and divestitures, and coordinated distributor management policies across regions.

Before their role in emerging markets, Steve was the Vice President of Medical Logistics, overseeing the supply chain team supporting a +$1.5 billion U.S. business. Steve also served as the Vice President of EMEA Logistics, accountable for supply chain performance across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Under Steve's leadership, the supply chain operations were streamlined, resulting in improved service, reduced inventory, and cost savings. Steve invested in new distribution platforms and consolidated multiple distribution centers to create an integrated regional structure.

Steve's earlier roles at Covidien included Director-level positions. Steve was the Director of Logistics Planning, responsible for ensuring sufficient finished goods inventory and leading the supply chain integration of a major acquisition. As the Director of Customer Logistics, they focused on customer satisfaction and led a team of customer service professionals. Steve also acted as a Distribution Center Manager, overseeing operational and financial performance in the U.S. and Canada. Additionally, in a short-term role as a Planning & Receiving Manager, Steve was responsible for materials management within a newly acquired manufacturing facility.

Before joining Covidien, Steve worked as a Senior Production Planner and Logistics Planner at an unspecified company. In these roles, they developed production schedules, managed inventory levels, and ensured materials were available to satisfy operational requirements. Steve also collaborated with marketing teams and manufacturing sites to support product launches and maintain supply chain efficiency.

In summary, Steve Daniels has a comprehensive background in supply chain management, with expertise in various roles and responsibilities. Their experience encompasses global supply chain operations, strategic planning, process improvement, and leadership in both corporate and self-employed settings.

Steve Daniels has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics - Operations Analysis from the United States Naval Academy. Steve also holds additional certifications in Finance for non-Financial Managers from Clemson University in 1997, Lean Manufacturing from the University of Kentucky in 2001, and is Green Belt trained in Six Sigma as of 2002.