Linda Fonkoue

Linda Fonkoue, CPSM, has extensive experience in supply chain management, currently serving as the North America Supply Base Manager at John Deere since May 2011. In this role, Linda manages Open Deck Services, develops sourcing strategies, and enhances processes to achieve business objectives and improve customer engagement. Previous roles at John Deere include Global Supply Base Manager, overseeing significant supplier relationships and vendor negotiations, and Strategic Supply Management Specialist, focusing on cost controls and integration activities for complex supply chain initiatives. Linda began her career at John Deere as an intern and has also worked as a Senior Business Consultant at Primeshare Inc. and a Substitute Teacher at Ravenswood City School District. Linda holds an MBA in Marketing and Supply Chain Management from the University of Oklahoma, along with a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Commerce and Distribution from Université Catholique d'Afrique Centrale.