David Prado

David Prado has extensive work experience in supply chain management and strategy. David currently holds the position of Vice President Strategy & Category Management at Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC since September 2022. Prior to this role, they served as the Sr. Director CX Strategy & Solutions at the same company from November 2021 to September 2022. David also worked as the Director Supply Chain, Business Excellence from January 2020 to October 2021.

Before joining Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC, David worked at Balta Group as the VP Supply Chain, balta home USA from April 2019 to January 2020. In this role, they re-organized the US division's supply chain, implemented customer collaboration initiatives, and introduced inventory management programs resulting in significant cost savings.

David also has a strong background in lean consultation and continuous improvement. David worked as a Lean Consultant at Profitable Leader Consulting LLC from June 2013 to July 2014. Prior to that, they held various positions at United Launch Alliance (ULA) and Lockheed Martin, where they focused on implementing lean practices, leading improvement projects, and driving cost savings.

Overall, David Prado's work experience showcases their expertise in supply chain management, strategy development, and continuous improvement.

David Prado has a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas-Pan American, which they obtained from 2001 to 2005. Currently, they are pursuing an Executive MBA from Emory University - Goizueta Business School, which they started in 2021 and is expected to complete in 2023. Additionally, they hold certifications as a Georgia Certified Plant Professional from The University of Georgia, a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from Villanova University Online Business Programs, and a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from Lockheed Martin. The obtained years for the certifications are not provided.