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Title: EVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer Company: Toyota Industry: Automotive

Chris oversees a vast remit from logistics to the Toyota Production System. His career began in 1987 as a buyer, progressing through senior roles where he managed more than US $ 30bn in procurement. A pioneer within the organisation, Chris was the first American to participate in Toyota’ s management expatriation programme in Japan, reflecting his deep commitment to the company’ s global culture. Throughout his tenure, he has demonstrated exceptional versatility, leading the US $ 1.2bn construction of the Texas assembly plant and spearheading the pivotal“ One Toyota” merger. With a background in industrial engineering from Kettering University and executive training from Wharton, Chris combines technical rigour with strategic vision. He is widely recognised for his leadership across the manufacturing sector, serving on numerous influential boards and committees, while ensuring Toyota’ s supply chain remains a benchmark of quality and innovation.

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