Bill Zimmerman

Bill Zimmerman is an experienced supply chain professional currently serving as the Manager of Supply Chain Services at Hearthside Food Solutions since May 2019, leading a team responsible for production and capacity planning, direct material purchasing, inventory control, and outbound logistics for a high-volume contract manufacturer. Prior to this role, Bill held various positions at Newell Brands from March 1997 to December 2018, including Sr. Manager of Demand Planning and S&OP, where strategic and tactical resources for a $1.7B division were effectively managed. Bill's earlier roles included Manager of Demand Planning and Manager of Production Planning & Inventory Control, demonstrating a strong track record in inventory management, production scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration. Bill's foundational experience includes positions as a Master Scheduler, Production Planner, and Logistics Coordinator, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Leadership and Management from DePaul University.