Francis Ballester

Francis Ballester is an experienced supply chain and procurement professional currently serving as the Supply Manager at Starkey Hearing’s European Distribution Center. Notably, Francis has significantly improved inventory processes, reducing company backlog from months to just 2-3 days. Previous roles include a position in global procurement at Beiersdorf, where Francis implemented digital solutions and generated KPI reports, and as a Business Consultant at Kairos Research LLC, focusing on financial management and process optimization. Educational credentials include a Master's degree in Global Logistics & Supply Chain Management from KLU Kühne Logistics University and a Bachelor's degree in International Business from Wright State University. Additional international study experiences were completed in Germany and through an export internship program at The Ohio State University.