Richard van Kuren

Richard Van Kuren has extensive experience in supply chain management and operations across various industries. Currently working at Burkert USA Corp since November 2021, Richard has previously held notable positions including Senior Operations Manager for North America at Atlas Copco, and Director of Operations at General Fasteners Company, where responsibilities included managing multiple branches and implementing lean processes. Richard's track record includes improving inventory accuracy, launching ERP systems company-wide, and achieving significant cost savings through effective vendor management and continuous improvement initiatives. Education includes a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Production/Operations Management from Winthrop University.