Kevin Leist, MBA

Kevin Leist, MBA has a strong background in supply chain management and logistics. Kevin is currently serving as the Vice President Global Inventory Management at mDesign Home Decor since July 2022. In this role, they are responsible for overseeing purchasing, Asia operations, inbound logistics, and replenishment demand planning and distribution network for mDesign.

Prior to this, Kevin held the position of Senior Director Global Logistics and Replenishment at mDesign, starting in June 2020 and ending in July 2022. In this role, they led the design and improvement of sustainable supply chain practices for the company, contributing to its growth as a top 5 seller on Amazon FBA globally.

Before joining mDesign, Kevin worked at American Greetings, where they held various roles. Kevin served as the E-Commerce Supply Chain Manager from March 2016 to March 2019, where they designed and implemented the entire supply chain for the company's eCommerce channel. Kevin also served as a Strategic Buyer - Global Sourcing from September 2014 to March 2016 and as a Fulfillment Analyst II from May 2013 to September 2014.

Overall, Kevin Leist has extensive experience in supply chain management, with a proven track record of designing and implementing successful supply chain strategies.

Kevin Leist, MBA, completed their Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from Cleveland State University, graduating in 2018. Prior to their MBA, they obtained their Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management from Bowling Green State University, completing their undergraduate education in 2012.

In addition to their formal education, Kevin Leist holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, which they obtained in August 2017. Kevin also has an unspecified certification from APICS, but the institution and the date of completion are not provided.