Josh Swanson

Josh Swanson is a seasoned procurement and supply chain professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as Director of Procurement at GKN Aerospace since July 2023, Swanson previously held the position of Sr. Manager, Supply Chain at Epirus from November 2020 to July 2023, where leadership of a supply chain, inventory, and warehouse team was a key focus. Prior to this, positions included Supply Chain Manager at Safran Electronics & Defense, Avionics USA, LLC., and Industrial Transfer Program Manager at Rockwell Collins, emphasizing strategic development for significant annual spends in global metal sourcing. Experience also encompasses a role at John Deere, where responsibilities included implementing sourcing strategies for multiple factories and analyzing pricing adjustments for various components. Josh Swanson holds an M.B.A. from the University of Iowa and a Bachelor's degree in Finance and International Business from Iowa State University.