Lars Erkelenz

Lars Erkelenz is a seasoned supply chain professional with extensive experience at Viega LLC, serving as Vice President of Supply Chain since January 2011, focusing on balancing supply and demand, order fulfillment, and financial performance. Previous roles include Senior Director and Director of Distribution, overseeing US logistics for multiple distribution centers, and Director of Supply Chain Development and Controlling, where Lars led Lean and Six Sigma initiatives and managed a $50M budget. Early career experience includes project management for logistics systems at Viega GmbH & Co. KG, and internships focusing on material flow and production planning. Lars holds a Diploma in Industrial Engineering from Cologne University of Applied Sciences.