Kenny Tate

Kenny Tate is an experienced procurement and supply chain professional with a diverse background in strategic sourcing and operations management. Currently serving as the Senior Director of the Procurement Center of Excellence at Constellation Brands since October 2018, Kenny's previous roles include Director of Brand Activation Operations and Senior Manager of Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing Operations. Prior to Constellation Brands, Kenny worked at The Kraft Heinz Company and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, contributing significantly to cost savings and operational efficiency. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University, where Kenny also received a second degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management. Experience is further supported by roles at Grainger and Georgia-Pacific LLC, emphasizing expertise in supplier management, contract negotiation, and analytics.