Michael Backus

Michael Backus is a Certified Flight Instructor at Inflight Pilot Training since December 2024. Concurrently, Michael serves as an Associate Sourcing Manager at General Mills, responsible for sourcing and managing supplier relationships to secure critical ingredients, as well as facilitating significant financial performance and operational efficiency within the supply chain. Previous roles at General Mills include Sr Buyer, Buyer, and Operations Analyst, where contributions included managing substantial category spends, developing hedging programs, and improving procurement processes. Prior experience includes working as an Operations Specialist at GOODIN Company, focusing on efficiency and safety in warehouse operations, and as a Finance Intern with Campus Outreach, overseeing financial management for summer projects and enhancing reporting processes. Michael holds a Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain and Operations Management from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business.