Karen Derie

Karen Derie is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in supply chain management and manufacturing operations. Currently serving as the Continuous Improvement Manager at Pitco since June 2022, Karen has previously held significant roles, including Director of Manufacturing and Warehousing at Foxx Life Sciences and Senior Buyer at Hitchiner Manufacturing. At Hitchiner, Karen excelled in various capacities, such as Production Manager and Product Family Manager, where responsibilities included managing production activities, driving inventory accuracy, implementing lean principles, and training staff in best practices. Early career experience at Fidelity Investments as a Buyer involved procurement and invoice negotiations. With a strong track record in process improvement and team leadership, Karen Derie contributes valuable expertise in operational efficiency and supplier management.