Jonathan Knowles

Jonathan Knowles, CPSM, CPSD, is a seasoned procurement and category management professional with extensive experience in various industries. Currently serving as Senior Category Manager at FICO since January 2022, Jonathan drives savings and value for the global technology organization, emphasizing data center transformation, cyber security, and data privacy. Previous roles include Category Manager at TransUnion, where procurement needs for the Global IT organization were managed, and Category Buyer for Chicago Public Schools, overseeing purchases totaling over $150 million. Jonathan has also held positions at Philips Lighting, where supplier relationships and inventory management were prioritized, and completed internships in data analysis and quality assurance at Topco Associates LLC and Ingredion Incorporated, respectively. Jonathan holds a Bachelor's of Science in Industrial Engineering from Northwestern University and completed the LEAD Program at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.