Chris Olson

Chris Olson currently serves as the Global Supply Chain Director at Microtech Knives, where responsibilities include setting vision and key performance indicators for the supply chain, negotiating supplier terms that achieved savings in raw materials, and implementing efficiency programs. Prior to this role, Chris held the position of Vice President and General Manager at Mancor Industries, managing full P&L responsibilities and improving standard margins. Earlier experiences include serving as Director of Operations at Family Financial Group and Purchasing/Warehouse Manager at Komatsu America Corp. Chris began a career in supply chain management at Pella Corporation, where expertise in supply chain start-up operations was developed. Chris holds a BS degree in Supply Chain/Logistics from Iowa State University.