Matthias Kennerknecht

Matthias Kennerknecht has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Matthias is currently working at Nivel Parts and Manufacturing as the Senior Director of Sales, a position they have held since February 2023. Prior to this, they served as the Director of Sales and Operations at the same company starting from November 2019.

Before joining Nivel Parts and Manufacturing, Matthias worked at LIFEAID Beverage Company, LLC as the Manager of Sales Planning & Analysis from January 2018 to November 2019. In this role, they were responsible for improving processes and strategies across departments, providing insights into sales and marketing improvements, and contributing to strategy development.

Previous to LIFEAID, Matthias worked for West Marine, where they held various positions over the course of 11 years. Matthias served as the Senior Wholesale Pricing and Merchandise Manager from May 2015 to January 2018, working on optimizing B2B pricing strategies, improving customer shopping experience, and creating strategies for online adoption and profitable price reductions. Matthias also held the role of Merchandise Planner - Inventory & Financial Planning from July 2011 to May 2015, where they were responsible for financial and inventory planning for three departments. Additionally, they worked as a Replenishment Analyst - Procurement from November 2009 to July 2011, where they were responsible for purchasing products from vendors and procuring inventory for multiple business divisions. Matthias started their career at West Marine as an Assistant Category Manager (Assistant Buyer) from September 2007 to November 2009, where they managed various tasks including contract negotiations, vendor relations and strategic promotions.

Before joining West Marine, Matthias worked briefly at Conestoga-Rovers & Associates as a Staff Geologist from September 2006 to September 2007, managing field work for the Shell division. Matthias also worked as a Sailing Instructor at UC Santa Cruz from July 2006 to September 2006, teaching safe boating and sailing to both kids and adult classes.

Overall, Matthias Kennerknecht's work experience demonstrates their expertise in sales, operations, strategic planning, and procurement across multiple industries.

Matthias Kennerknecht attended the University of California, Santa Cruz from 2002 to 2006 and earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Geology/Earth Science, General.