Karen Willis

Karen Willis has over 29 years of experience in the procurement and management of raw materials within the food industry. Currently serving as Category Manager - Ingredients at Chelten House Products, Inc. since November 2014, Karen previously held the position of Purchasing Manager at Hope's Cookies from February 1995 to October 2014. Key responsibilities include expertise in agricultural raw materials, monitoring commodity markets, negotiating contracts, and fostering relationships with vendors and brokers. Additionally, Karen collaborates with research and development teams for ingredient approval and ensures a consistent supply of materials to meet production requirements.