Elaine Fried

Elaine Fried is an experienced professional in procurement and supply chain management, currently serving as the North America Category Buyer for Evolution since April 2022. Previously, Elaine held senior roles including Senior Buyer at Gabriel Ride Control Products Inc, and Buyer positions at General Filters, Inc. and Campbell Soup Company, where responsibilities included managing supply launches and monitoring raw material costs. Elaine's background also includes serving as Purchasing and Account Manager at LPD Music Intl, where pivotal supplier relationships were negotiated, and overseeing purchasing at Taigene Electric Machinery, supporting significant international operations. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Michigan State University and completion of the Oxford HSC Logistics and Supply Chain Course.