Claire Utrecht

Claire Utrecht is a seasoned professional in supply chain management, currently serving as Sr. Manager of the Supply Chain PMO at Vanderlande since May 2023, supporting a supply chain with approximately 1.2 billion Euro in spend. Previously, Claire held the position of Site Project Management Officer at Johnson & Johnson Vision from January 2017 to May 2023, where responsibilities included strategic planning, business process development, and governance of ongoing projects. Claire also contributed as the Operational Excellence Lean Leader and JJOS Site Lead during a significant period at Johnson & Johnson Vision, driving continuous improvement initiatives within the organization. Earlier roles include Project Engineer at SCA and Consultant at Excellence A.G., as well as quality engineering positions at Whirlpool Corporation and Emerson Climate Technologies. Claire holds multiple advanced degrees, including a Master of Science in Global Innovation Management and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.