George Ellis

George Ellis is an accomplished leader in procurement and supply chain management with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as the Global Leader for Procurement Operational Excellence at Corteva Agriscience since July 2018, George oversees global strategic sourcing for logistics and International Trade Governance, later expanding roles to include procurement productivity and supplier diversity. Previously, George held key positions such as Vice President and Global Supply Chain Leader at Chemonics International, focusing on a $9.5 billion health supply chain project, and Director of Global Procurement at Merck, emphasizing operational excellence in indirect procurement. George's career also includes significant roles at Tyco and Raytheon, where strategic sourcing and cost reduction were prioritized. Educational credentials include an MBA in General Management from Harvard Business School and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia Engineering.