Sam Penas

Sam Penas is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations, procurement, and supply chain management across various industries. Currently serving as General Manager at WestRock Company, Sam previously held the position of Global Director of Procurement and Sourcing at Koch Engineered Solutions, where notable achievements included a $20 million reduction in variable spend through AI software implementation and the establishment of global KPIs. With a background in leading multiple greenfield startups at Georgia-Pacific LLC and significant roles at Polaris Inc. and Marvin, Sam has consistently demonstrated strong leadership and strategic business acumen, complemented by advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of North Dakota.