Carolyn M.

Carolyn M. is an experienced professional in supply chain management and operational excellence, currently serving as a Senior Portfolio Manager at Suntory Global Spirits since April 2023, focusing on global R&D and systems transformation. Prior to this role, Carolyn held various positions at Nouryon from June 2017 to April 2023, including Demand Planning Manager and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt/Operational Excellence Manager, where responsibilities included leading cross-functional projects and driving performance improvements. Carolyn's earlier experience at Cummins Inc. spanned roles such as Supply Chain Project Manager and Sourcing Manager, specializing in inventory optimization and purchasing for new product programs. Carolyn holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Supply Chain and Finance from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.