Petra Polson

Petra Polson is a seasoned procurement and sourcing professional with extensive experience in strategic leadership roles across multiple industries. Currently serving as the Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Quality Lead at BENCHMADE since May 2022, Petra previously held significant positions at Oregon Tool, including Senior Director Global Procurement, where oversight was provided for a team of 35 supply chain professionals and responsibility for approximately $120M in spending across various business segments. Additional roles at Oregon Tool included Director of Procurement for FLAG Finished Goods and Senior Global Category Manager, focusing on the development of commodity product strategies. Prior to Oregon Tool, Petra held executive roles at AHT COOLING SYSTEMS GMBH as General Manager (CEO) and at RHI AG, where responsibilities spanned mergers and acquisitions, finance, and operational leadership across multiple regions including China. Educational qualifications include certificates from Harvard Business School Online in Negotiation and Strategy Execution, alongside a Bachelor of Arts in English and Chinese Cultural Studies.