Michael Gao

Group Procurement Manager at Klöckner Pentaplast

Michael Gao is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as Group Procurement Manager at Klöckner Pentaplast, overseeing Global Barrier Materials for Pharma, Health & Protection, and Durables since June 2022. Prior roles include Senior Procurement Specialist at Afton Chemical from April 2015 to April 2022, Commodity Purchasing Manager at Baxter International Inc. for a brief period in early 2015, and positions such as Commodity Sourcing Manager at Owens Corning and Global Commodity Manager at Jabil from 2009 to 2014. Michael began a career in supply chain management as Supply Chain Manager at Amsted Rail from 2005 to 2009 and also gained initial experience as an intern at Altria in 2005. Michael holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus in Supply Chain Management from Case Western Reserve University and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from Jilin University.

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Richmond, United States

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Klöckner Pentaplast

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Focused on delivering its vision: The Sustainable Protection of Everyday Needs, kp is a global leader in rigid and flexible packaging, and specialty film solutions, serving the pharmaceutical, medical device, protein markets, amongst others. With a broad and innovative portfolio of packaging and product films and services, kp plays an integral role in the customer value chain by safeguarding product integrity, protecting brand reputation and improving sustainability. kp’s “Investing in Better” sustainability strategy solidifies its commitment to achieving ten clear targets for long-term improvement by increasing recycling and recyclability of products, cutting carbon emissions and continuous improvement in employee engagement, safety, and diversity, equity and inclusion. kp has earned a gold rating from EcoVadis, the leading platform for environmental, social, and ethical performance ratings, putting kp in the top 3% of companies rated in the manufacturing of plastics products sector. Founded in 1965 kp has 31 plants in 18 countries and employs over 5,700 people committed to serving customers worldwide in over 60 locations.


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