Ryan Ericksen

Ryan Ericksen serves as Supervisor of Procurement Operations at Brighthouse Financial since July 2019, overseeing the source-to-pay GEP SMART system and managing a team to ensure effective procurement operations. Responsibilities include resolving internal and external inquiries, supervising tactical procurement activities, and collaborating with various business units to align procurement processes. Prior to this, Ryan held the position of Procurement Associate at Brighthouse Financial, managing strategic sourcing initiatives for multiple categories and ensuring adherence to procurement policies. Ryan's experience also includes a role as Purchasing Specialist at Sealed Air Corporation, where responsibilities encompassed supporting global purchasing directors, leading training sessions, and negotiating vendor agreements. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management from the University of South Carolina and Francis Marion University.