Olivier Defaut

Olivier Defaut is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in supply chain management across various sectors. Currently serving as Group Supply Chain Vice-President at Arkema since October 2018, Olivier has previously held roles such as Global Supply Chain Director and Asia Pacific Supply Chain Director, focusing on end-to-end supply chain management and logistics excellence. Prior experience includes leading supply chain transformation at Tarkett, managing international operations at Axens, and overseeing logistics operations at Valeo, LaCie, Technicolor, and Bridgestone. Olivier's academic credentials include multiple Master's degrees in Supply Chain and Logistics from SKEMA Business School and Institut supérieur de gestion industrielle. Notable skills encompass strategic planning, project management, optimization, and customer service.