Top 30 Female Leaders in Supply Chain [2026]

Global supply chains now form a $35 billion-plus software and services market and are on track to surpass $89 billion by 2034, driven by AI-driven planning tools, real-time visibility platforms, and the race to decarbonize end-to-end networks. From semiconductors and vaccines to critical minerals for electric vehicles, the scope and strategic importance of supply chain management have never been greater. Boards are increasingly treating supply resilience, ethical sourcing, and data transparency as core value drivers, elevating supply-chain leaders to the center of corporate decision-making.

The past five years of pandemic shocks, geopolitical realignment, and extreme weather events have accelerated this shift. Companies are re-architecting their global footprints through near-shoring, dual sourcing, and advanced analytics that anticipate disruptions before they occur. Amid this digital and structural transformation, talent has emerged as the new competitive frontier, with organisations competing for leaders who can blend operational depth, technology fluency, and sustainability vision.

Encouragingly, women are stepping into that opportunity at record levels. Gartner’s 2024 Women in Supply Chain Survey shows women now occupy 26% of C-suite supply chain positions—up from single digits in 2019 and a new all-time high. The study’s tenth anniversary review highlights a decade of steady progress, underscoring that firms with female CSCOs tend to develop richer pipelines of diverse talent across every layer of the function. As the talent pool widens, companies also outperform on innovation, agility, and ESG metrics, demonstrating the tangible value of inclusive leadership.

Against this backdrop, Digitaldefynd’s 2025 compilation profiles 30 outstanding female executives who are redefining supply chain excellence worldwide—offering readers both inspiration and practical insights into the competencies shaping the next era of global commerce.

 

Top 30 Female Leaders in Supply Chain [2026]

S.No.	Name(s)	Highest Qualification	Notable Achievement / Contribution
1	Carol B. Tomé – CEO, UPS	M.S. Finance, University of Denver (also B.A. Communication, University of Wyoming)	Redirected UPS with “Customer First, People Led, Innovation Driven,” accelerating digital logistics and healthcare fulfillment.
2	Kathryn Wengel – EVP & Chief Technical Operations & Risk Officer, Johnson & Johnson	BSE, Civil Engineering & Operations Research, Princeton University	Led J&J to be the only healthcare firm ever in Gartner’s top five supply chains; now expands oversight to quality, sustainability & risk.
3	Lynn Torrel – Global VP, Strategic Sourcing, Google (ex-CPSCO, Flex)	MBA, Arizona State University (per prior bios); role confirmed at Google	Builds scalable, resilient sourcing programs for Google after running one of the world’s most complex electronics supply chains at Flex.
4	Lisa Lisson – President, Air Operations, FedEx	B.Comm (Honours), University of Guelph	Oversees the world’s largest all-cargo airline network—flight ops, maintenance, network control & trade services.
5	Marion Gross – EVP & Global Chief Supply Chain Officer, McDonald’s	B.S. (Business/Marketing), Western Illinois University	Runs supply to 37k+ restaurants; kept McDonald’s in Gartner “Masters” tier, advancing sustainability & supplier partnerships.
6	Cindy Headen – EVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer, Domino’s	B.S. Metallurgical Engineering, Lehigh University	Opened new supply centers, stabilized input pricing for franchisees, and steered 24+ manufacturing/distribution sites.
7	Mary Beth Lang – Chief Pharmacy Officer (formerly CPO & CSCO), Kaiser Permanente	D.Sc. Information Systems & Communications, Robert Morris University; MPPM (Healthcare), Carnegie Mellon University; B.S. Pharmacy, University of Pittsburgh	Integrated a $10B pharmacy supply chain and 100M prescriptions annually; led KP’s supply chain through COVID disruptions.
8	Liz Door – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Ford Motor Company	MBA, Michigan State University	Drives Ford+ transformation via supplier partnerships and digital visibility to support EV/software-defined vehicles.
9	Fiona Chin – SVP, Supply Chain Finance, Walmart	MBA, Seattle University (plus ESG/data expertise)	Embeds ESG and carbon accounting into Walmart’s supply chain finance decisions.
10	Maria ReyMarston – Managing Director & Global Supply Chain Innovation Lead, Accenture	PhD, Business Performance, Cranfield University; MS Supply Chain & Intl Logistics, Georgia Tech; Economist, Universidad del Rosario	Guides clients on next-gen, agile supply networks; co-created Supply Chain & Logistics Innovation Centre.
11	Alicia Boler Davis – CEO, Alto Pharmacy	MBA, Indiana University; M.Eng., Rensselaer; B.S. Chemical Eng., Northwestern	Doubled Amazon’s fulfillment capacity as SVP Global Customer Fulfillment; now modernizes pharma logistics at Alto.
12	Laurie Wilson – CSCO & SVP Planning/Allocation & Pricing, JCPenney	B.A. History & French, Princeton University	Orchestrated omnichannel supply chain turnaround and inventory discipline across 9 U.S. facilities.
13	Teresa Dickerson – VP & Chief Supply Chain Officer, TE Connectivity	MBA, Case Western Reserve University; BBA, Kent State University	Leads global procurement/logistics strategy for high-reliability components across harsh environment industries.
14	Tami (Tamara) Froese – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Zebra Technologies	MBA, Oakland University; B.S. Supply Chain Management, Michigan State University	Transformed Zebra’s end-to-end supply chain (procurement through repair) after years in GM procurement.
15	Sarah Clarke – EVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer, American Eagle Outfitters	B.A., University of York	Oversees sourcing-to-distribution for AEO; previously CSCO at PVH
16	Deanne McKissick – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Aristocrat Gaming	B.A. Economics, Texas A&M University	Modernizes procurement, manufacturing & logistics for a global gaming tech portfolio.
17	Kirsten Piacentini – Chief Supply Chain Officer, L.L.Bean	M.S. Computer Science, Loyola University Chicago; B.A. Mathematics, Smith College	Optimizes multichannel sourcing & distribution for the century-old outdoor brand.
18	Kimberley Smith – Chief Supply Chain & Sustainability Officer, Everlane	Executive Education, UC Berkeley Haas (and over 28 years of industry experience)	Integrates ethical sourcing, materials innovation, and full cost transparency for the fashion label.
19	Marisa Farabaugh – SVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer, AdventHealth	MBA, Penn State University; B.S. Industrial & Systems Engineering, University of Florida	Standardizes sourcing & distribution across one of the largest faith-based health systems.
20	Stephanie Foster – SVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer, Leidos	MBA, Arizona State University	Ran Leidos’ biggest Supplier Innovation & Technology Symposium; drives resilient, secure supply bases for mission programs.
21	Allison Corry – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Intermountain Health	MHA & MBA, University of Missouri (dual master’s)	Leads digital roadmap and $2.5B+ procurement optimization across Intermountain’s network.
22	Laura Behrens Wu – Cofounder & CEO, Shippo	Studied Business at the University of St. Gallen & WHU (noncompleted degree; entrepreneur track)	Democratized parcel shipping for 100k+ SMBs via multicarrier API & discounted rates.
23	Beth Ford – President & CEO, Land O’Lakes	MBA, Columbia Business School; BBA, Iowa State University	Former CSCO executive turned CEO; drives ag supply sustainability & rural broadband initiatives.
24	Kelly Goforth – Vice President Operations (supply chain lead), OFD Foods/OFD Life Sciences	BBA, University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Business	Oversees five plants; drove new freeze-drying capacity and process optimization.
25	Cynthia Waggoner – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Egglife Foods	B.S. (Engineering/Business), U.S. Army vet; (education not formally listed—BS Business inferred)	Built Egglife’s first manufacturing plant and end-to-end operations for rapid scale-up.
26	Monica McCombs – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Harbor Foods Group	B.S. Accounting, Arizona State University	Led Safeway–Albertsons merger integration; now driving efficiency at a major food distributor.
27	Wendy Langan – VP Supply Chain, The Food Source International	B.S. Materials Science & Engineering; MBA, Lehigh University	Delivered big-data cost savings at Hershey; now optimizes ingredient sourcing & logistics.
28	Leagh Turner – CEO, Coupa Software	B.A. (Honours), Western University (Canada)	Steering BSM platform growth and AI-driven procurement/supply visibility solutions.
29	Hannah Kain – Founder, President & CEO, ALOM	M.Sc. Communications, Aarhus University; B.A. Political Science, University of Odense; Executive program, Tuck/Dartmouth	Built a 19-location global SCM firm serving Fortune 500s; NAM board member & industry advocate.
30	Andrea H. Breen – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Red’s All Natural	B.S. Business, Oglethorpe University	Scaled sourcing & S&OP for a fast-growing clean-label frozen foods brand.

 

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1. Carol B. Tomé – Chief Executive Officer, UPS

As CEO of UPS since 2020, Carol Tomé heads the world’s premier package delivery and logistics company. A former longtime CFO of Home Depot, Tomé leverages her finance and operations acumen to strengthen UPS’s network and supply chain infrastructure. She has focused UPS’s strategy on a “Customer First, People Led, Innovation Driven” approach, positioning the company for profitable growth in more than 200 countries. Under her leadership, UPS has invested in digital technologies and healthcare logistics, improving efficiency and service reliability. Tomé’s career exemplifies supply chain-driven leadership at the very top of a Fortune 500 company.

 

2. Kathryn Wengel – EVP & Chief Technical Operations and Risk Officer, Johnson & Johnson

Kathy Wengel is a member of J&J’s Executive Committee, having recently transitioned from her role as Chief Global Supply Chain Officer to an expanded position overseeing technical operations and risk management. With over three decades at J&J, Wengel spearheaded the transformation that made J&J the only healthcare company ever ranked in Gartner’s top five supply chains. As supply chain chief, she integrated end-to-end supply chain functions across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and consumer products. In her current role, Wengel continues to champion supply chain innovation, quality, and sustainability, drawing on her engineering background and global experience to drive operational excellence at J&J.

 

3. Lynn Torrel – Global VP of Strategic Sourcing, Google (Former Chief Supply Chain & Procurement Officer, Flex)

Lynn Torrel is a seasoned supply chain executive now leading strategic sourcing at Google. Before joining Google in late 2023, Torrel served as Chief Procurement and Supply Chain Officer at Flex, managing one of the world’s most complex electronics supply chains. At Flex, she was lauded as an innovative, solutions-oriented leader adept at balancing complex customer and supplier requirements while improving financial performance. With 25+ years in procurement and supply chain (including 18 years at Avnet), Torrel brings deep expertise in global sourcing and supplier partnerships to Google’s operations. Her cross-industry experience and strategic vision help drive scalable, resilient supply chain programs in the tech sector.

 

4. Lisa Lisson – President of Air Operations, FedEx

A trailblazer at FedEx, Lisa Lisson oversees FedEx’s global air operations – the world’s largest all-cargo airline network. Formerly the first female and first Canadian President of FedEx Express Canada, Lisson was promoted to lead flight operations, aircraft maintenance, global network control, and trade services across a team of 50,000 worldwide. Under her leadership in Canada, FedEx was consistently ranked among the country’s top employers and most respected brands. Widely admired for her resilience and community engagement, Lisson is also the author of Resilience, which shares insights from her journey. In her current role, she ensures FedEx’s air supply chain runs safely, reliably, and efficiently to meet customer needs globally.

 

5. Marion Gross – Executive VP & Global Chief Supply Chain Officer, McDonald’s

Marion Gross leads one of the world’s largest supply chains, supplying over 37,000 McDonald’s restaurants serving 64+ million customers daily. A 30-year McDonald’s veteran, Gross assumed the global CSCO role in 2022, succeeding a retiring predecessor. She had previously modernized McDonald’s North America supply chain as Chief Supply Chain Officer for the region. Under Gross’s leadership, McDonald’s earned Gartner “Supply Chain Masters” recognition five years running. She is recognized for her commitment to championing sustainability and community initiatives, aiming to create a secure and sustainable food future while enhancing supplier partnerships. Gross’s inclusive leadership and vast experience help McDonald’s navigate supply chain challenges and drive continuous improvement in quality, cost, and sustainability.

 

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6. Cindy Headen – Executive VP & Chief Supply Chain Officer, Domino’s

Cindy Headen has been Domino’s EVP of Supply Chain Services since 2020, ensuring that ingredients and supplies reach over 15,000 Domino’s pizza stores worldwide. She oversees Domino’s end-to-end supply chain, including 24 manufacturing and distribution centers across the US, as well as additional centers in Canada, Alaska, and Hawaii. Headen joined Domino’s in 2015 and rose through procurement and operations roles, negotiating supplier contracts and stabilizing pricing for franchisees. She was instrumental in opening new supply chain centers to support Domino’s rapid growth. Previously, Headen spent 15 years in global procurement at PepsiCo. With a degree in metallurgical engineering, she brings analytical rigor to Domino’s supply chain, balancing cost, quality, and service to keep this fast-paced food supply chain running smoothly.

 

7. MaryBeth Lang – Chief Pharmacy Officer (Supply Chain Lead), Kaiser Permanente

Dr. MaryBeth Lang is a health care supply chain innovator who serves as Chief Pharmacy Officer at Kaiser Permanente, overseeing the pharmacy supply chain and procurement for one of America’s largest healthcare providers. With a background as a pharmacist and a doctorate in healthcare information, Lang has led supply chain transformations in clinical settings. She joined Kaiser in 2019 to integrate its $2 billion pharmacy supply chain across 39 hospitals and more than 700 medical offices. Described as one of the most forward-thinking minds in the health system supply chain, Lang’s work ensures essential medicines and supplies are available to patients efficiently and cost-effectively. Her career includes leadership roles in pharmacy operations, data analytics firms, and even founding a supply chain data company – all of which inform her strategic approach to healthcare supply chain management.

 

8. Liz Door – Chief Supply Chain Officer at Ford Motor Company

Liz Door has led Ford’s global supply chain since June 2023, reporting to the COO and steering the multibillion-dollar network that supports the automaker’s Ford+ transformation plan. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience in procurement and operations, Door focuses on leveraging supplier partnerships and digital visibility tools to enhance quality, reduce costs, and strengthen resilience across Ford’s global manufacturing footprint. Before joining Ford, she spent a dozen years at Whirlpool Corporation, rising to Executive Vice President of Global Strategic Sourcing and serving on the appliance maker’s executive committee; earlier, she spent 15 years in General Motors’ Global Purchasing & Supply Chain organization. This breadth of cross-industry expertise equips her to accelerate initiatives such as smart factory integration, sustainable materials sourcing, and supplier diversity expansion, positioning Ford’s supply chain as a competitive advantage in the shift to electric and software-defined vehicles.

 

9. Fiona Chin – Senior VP, Supply Chain Finance, Walmart

Fiona Chin is a versatile leader at Walmart who bridges finance, sustainability, and supply chain. As SVP of Supply Chain Finance, she supports Walmart’s massive logistics and operations network with financial strategy and ESG (environmental, social, governance) integration. Chin has extensive experience in sustainability reporting, carbon accounting, and stakeholder engagement – skills she honed by developing one of Hong Kong’s first ESG data management software platforms during her earlier career. Before joining Walmart in 2018, she spent over a decade at Amazon, including as Finance Director for Supply Chain Optimization Technologies. Chin’s unique expertise helps Walmart balance cost efficiency with sustainable business practices, ensuring that the retail giant’s supply chain advancements are not only profitable but also socially and environmentally responsible.

 

10. Maria Rey-Marston – Managing Director & Global Supply Chain Innovation Lead, Accenture

Dr. Maria Rey-Marston is Accenture’s Global Supply Chain Innovation Lead, advising major companies on agile supply network strategies and next-generation supply chain solutions. With a PhD and a career spanning consulting, technology, and academia, she is an advocate of blending deep industry experience with the latest digital innovations. Rey-Marston previously spent 17 years as Executive Director of the Latin America Logistics Center, fostering best practices in emerging markets, before joining EY in 2015 and later Accenture. A native of Colombia, she has served as a chief logistics officer in industry and as a visiting lecturer at multiple universities. Maria Rey-Marston’s diverse background and thought leadership help global clients reimagine their supply chains – from resilience and visibility to sustainability – in an era of rapid change.

 

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11. Alicia Boler Davis – Chief Executive Officer, Alto Pharmacy (Former SVP of Global Fulfillment, Amazon)

Alicia Boler Davis is the CEO of Alto Pharmacy, a fast-growing digital pharmacy startup, where she is applying her world-class operations expertise to revolutionize pharmaceutical supply chains. Before joining Alto in 2022, Boler Davis was Senior Vice President of Global Customer Fulfillment at Amazon, one of the most critical supply chain roles at the company. At Amazon, she oversaw the doubling of the fulfillment center network’s capacity and led worldwide customer service operations, robotics, sustainability, and other key functions. Earlier, Boler Davis spent 24 years at General Motors, rising to the position of EVP of Global Manufacturing. Widely honored (including Fortune’s Most Powerful Women in 2020 and 2021), she holds degrees in chemical engineering and an MBA. Boler Davis is known for her ability to lead large teams through complex operational challenges, making her one of the most respected figures in supply chain and manufacturing.

 

12. Laurie Wilson – Chief Supply Chain Officer, JCPenney

Laurie Wilson is the CSCO of JCPenney, leading the supply chain for the major department store retailer. With 30 years of experience driving retail growth, Wilson focuses on transforming JCPenney’s supply chain to support omnichannel retail and improve customer service. She has a track record in retail consultancy and previously served as CEO of her firm, LW Associates. Earlier in her career, Wilson held senior roles at Federated Department Stores (now Macy’s, Inc.), which provided her with deep insight into merchandising and inventory management. At JCPenney, Wilson’s mandate includes integrating digital capabilities and innovation into the supply chain. An MBA graduate of NYU Stern, she applies both strategic and hands-on approaches to enhance JCPenney’s supply chain agility and efficiency in a challenging retail landscape.

 

13. Teresa Dickerson – Chief Supply Chain Officer, TE Connectivity

Teresa Dickerson is CSCO of TE Connectivity, a global industrial technology manufacturing leader in connectors and sensors. Dickerson has spent over a decade at TE Connectivity in supply chain and procurement leadership roles, initially joining in 2010 and then rejoining in 2019 as Chief Procurement Officer before rising to CSCO. She manages TE’s complex supply network, which serves harsh-environment applications from automotive to aerospace. Earlier, Dickerson held VP-level supply chain roles at Stanley Black & Decker and began her career as a procurement manager at Delphi. She earned her MBA from Case Western Reserve University. At TE Connectivity, Dickerson focuses on ensuring a resilient, efficient supply chain that can deliver high-quality components on time, enabling innovation across multiple industries.

 

14. Tamara Froese – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Zebra Technologies

Tamara Froese was appointed CSCO of Zebra Technologies in late 2022, after serving as acting CSCO earlier that year. She leads end-to-end supply chain strategy and operations for Zebra, a global leader in data capture and automation solutions. Froese’s scope includes procurement, manufacturing, logistics, distribution, and repair operations worldwide. With over 20 years of experience in supply chain and manufacturing, she previously headed global procurement at Zebra and held leadership positions at General Motors, focusing on procurement and cost management. Froese holds an MBA from Oakland University and a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management from Michigan State. Her expertise in supply chain transformation and operational excellence enables Zebra to optimize its complex hardware and services supply chain, ensuring that customers receive critical technologies on time.

 

15. Sarah Clarke – Chief Supply Chain Officer, American Eagle Outfitters (AEO)

Sarah Clarke is CSCO at AEO, overseeing the global supply chain for the popular apparel and accessories retailer. With 29 years of experience in the apparel supply chain, Clarke is a seasoned executive recognized for her strategic insights in sourcing and product development. Before joining AEO, she held senior global supply chain and merchandising roles at PVH Corp. (Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger) and Gap Inc., where she honed skills in managing complex product flows and supplier networks. Clarke also founded a consulting firm and serves on the board of a private equity firm, bringing a broad strategic perspective. She holds a BA from the University of York and completed Wharton’s Global Leadership Program. At AEO, Sarah Clarke focuses on agile supply chain practices to respond to rapidly changing fashion trends while improving sustainability and efficiency throughout the supply chain.

 

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16. Deanne McKissick – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Aristocrat Gaming

Deanne McKissick is CSCO of Aristocrat Gaming, a leading global provider of gaming technology and casino solutions. Joining Aristocrat in 2022, McKissick is responsible for the company’s global supply chain, ensuring the efficient delivery of gaming machines and digital products to customers worldwide. She is recognized as a highly motivated executive with a proven track record of consistently exceeding objectives and driving continuous improvement. McKissick empowers her teams and promotes collaboration to achieve corporate and operational success. Earlier in her career, she worked in quality management at Hewlett-Packard. She holds an undergraduate degree in economics from Texas A&M University. As Aristocrat’s CSCO, McKissick oversees procurement, manufacturing, and logistics, focusing on reliability and cost-effectiveness in the gaming industry’s supply chain.

 

17. Kirsten Piacentini – Chief Supply Chain Officer, L.L.Bean

Kirsten Piacentini is CSCO at L.L.Bean, the outdoor apparel and gear retailer founded in 1912. A 33-year veteran of L.L.Bean, Piacentini has risen through the ranks of supply chain and inventory management. She began her career as an IS project manager and later led teams responsible for retail planning and inventory allocation. In 2015, she joined the executive team as a Vice President and was promoted to Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) in 2023. Piacentini now oversees sourcing, distribution, and logistics for the iconic brand’s multi-channel operations. She is known for leveraging technology and data to improve inventory turns and customer service. Piacentini earned a Master’s in Computer Science from Loyola University Chicago and a bachelor’s in mathematics from Smith College. Her long tenure and technical expertise help L.L.Bean maintain a best-in-class supply chain that balances tradition with modern e-commerce demands.

 

18. Kimberley Smith – Chief Supply Chain & Sustainability Officer, Everlane

Kimberly Smith leads both supply chain and sustainability efforts at Everlane, a fast-growing apparel brand recognized for its ethical production practices. With 28 years of experience, Smith’s role at Everlane spans sourcing, raw materials, product development, production, quality, and environmental initiatives. She specializes in scaling design-driven brands while maintaining a focus on sustainability and transparency. Smith’s background includes senior roles at Aritzia and James Perse, where she led sourcing and product development, as well as logistics experience in domestic manufacturing. At Everlane, she oversees a global supply chain that partners with ethical factories and uses more sustainable materials, while also sharing the true cost of products with consumers. Kimberley Smith’s dual focus ensures Everlane’s supply chain is both efficient and resilient, aligning with the brand’s mission of “Radical Transparency” in the fashion industry.

 

19. Marisa Farabaugh – Senior VP & Chief Supply Chain Officer, AdventHealth

Marisa Farabaugh is CSCO of AdventHealth, one of the largest faith-based healthcare systems in the US. She leads an organization that provides medical services across dozens of hospitals and care facilities. Farabaugh’s career began in industrial engineering at Hershey, and she spent a decade at Wake Forest Baptist Health, where she rose to the position of Chief Supply Chain Officer. She joined AdventHealth in 2019 and now oversees sourcing, purchasing, and distribution of medical supplies and equipment across numerous specialties. Farabaugh holds an MBA from Penn State and a bachelor’s in industrial engineering from the University of Florida. At AdventHealth, she focuses on building agile, cost-effective supply chain strategies that ensure caregivers have the right supplies at the right time, improving patient outcomes while managing costs – a critical balance in healthcare supply chains.

 

20. Stephanie Foster – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Leidos

Stephanie Foster serves as CSCO of Leidos, a Fortune 500 science and technology company serving national security, health, and engineering sectors. With about 20 years of experience, Foster was appointed to lead Leidos’ supply chain in 2022. She manages a broad portfolio including sourcing, procurement, logistics, facilities, and materials management for a 47,000-employee enterprise. Foster’s background spans contracts and sales order management, with expertise in Six Sigma and knowledge of regulated environments, such as those governed by the FDA. Before joining Leidos, she held senior global supply chain roles at Raytheon and Varian (now Siemens Healthineers). She earned an MBA from Arizona State University. At Leidos, Stephanie Foster is responsible for ensuring that mission-critical programs have a resilient supply base, encompassing advanced technology components and infrastructure, with a focus on efficiency, security, and innovation in supply chain operations.

 

21. Allison Corry – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Intermountain Health

Allison Corry is the CSCO of Intermountain Health, a major non-profit healthcare system in the US. Intermountain operates dozens of hospitals and clinics, and Corry leads its integrated supply chain supporting both clinical and administrative needs. With 25 years in supply chain, she previously served as AVP of Procurement at Intermountain, managing $2.5 billion in annual spend and driving significant savings. Corry also worked as a supply chain consultant at EY and in the medical supply distribution industry. She holds dual master’s degrees (MHA and MBA) from the University of Missouri. As CSCO since 2022, Allison Corry focuses on standardizing and optimizing procurement, inventory management, and distribution across Intermountain’s network, leveraging data and partnerships to improve care quality while containing costs. Her experience in both health and life sciences supply chain consulting equips her to tackle the unique challenges of healthcare logistics.

 

22. Laura Behrens Wu – Co-Founder & CEO, Shippo

Laura Behrens Wu is the co-founder and CEO of Shippo, a leading shipping platform that has transformed e-commerce logistics for over 100,000 businesses. She founded Shippo in 2013 after experiencing firsthand the challenges of shipping while running her online store. Today, Shippo’s multi-carrier platform provides merchants with easy access to discounted rates and streamlines their shipping processes. Under Behrens Wu’s leadership, Shippo has grown into a major player in logistics tech, helping democratize reliable shipping for small and mid-sized companies. She has been recognized in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and Inc. Magazine’s Female Founders 100 lists. Laura Behrens Wu’s vision and entrepreneurship address a critical supply chain pain point in the booming e-commerce sector, enabling businesses of all sizes to compete with efficient fulfillment.

 

23. Beth Ford – President & CEO, Land O’Lakes, Inc.

Beth Ford is the President and CEO of Land O’Lakes, Inc., a Fortune 500 agribusiness cooperative, and one of the few female CEOs in the agriculture and food supply chain sector. Uniquely, Ford’s background is deeply rooted in supply chain: she originally joined Land O’Lakes in 2012 as Executive VP and Chief Supply Chain and Operations Officer. In that role, she oversaw all functions from sourcing raw ingredients to the production and distribution of dairy and agricultural products. With over 25 years of operations experience at companies such as International Flavors & Fragrances, PepsiCo, and Mobil, Ford brought multi-industry expertise to Land O’Lakes. She became CEO in 2018 and has since championed farmer-focused innovations, sustainability in the food supply chain, and rural broadband initiatives. Beth Ford’s journey – from managing supply chains to steering the entire company – underscores the critical importance of supply chain excellence in corporate leadership.

 

24. Kelly Goforth – Chief Supply Chain Officer, OFD Foods

Kelly Goforth is CSCO at OFD Foods (Oregon Freeze Dry), the world’s largest diversified freeze-dried foods manufacturer. With a background in chemical engineering and an MBA, Goforth has end-to-end supply chain experience spanning food production, maintenance, engineering, distribution, and quality assurance. She began at OFD as a manufacturing director, where she led the launch of a new freeze-drying facility in New York, and quickly rose to VP and then CSCO. Earlier, Goforth started her career at Mondelēz International as a maintenance supervisor. In her CSCO role, she focuses on process optimization and sustainable operations, supporting multiple business segments and ensuring OFD can simultaneously produce a variety of food products efficiently. Kelly Goforth’s leadership helps OFD Foods maintain its edge in innovation and reliability in the food supply chain.

 

25. Cynthia Waggoner – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Egglife Foods

Cynthia Waggoner is the CSCO of Egglife Foods, a disruptive startup producing innovative egg-based food products. She leads the supply chain of this fast-growing company, overseeing its new manufacturing plant, processes, and product distribution as Egglife scales up. Waggoner has a rich background in food manufacturing operations: she worked for decades at Kraft Foods and Nabisco in various operations leadership roles, including serving as VP of Operations for Kraft’s Snacks & Confections division. She also managed North American bakery operations and served as a plant manager multiple times. A US Army veteran, Waggoner brings discipline and a continuous improvement mindset. At Egglife, she is harnessing her experience to build a nimble, high-performing supply chain from the ground up, aiming to reimagine traditional food categories with healthier alternatives.

 

26. Monica McCombs – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Harbor Foods Group

Monica McCombs is the CSCO at Harbor Foods Group, where she is responsible for creating an efficient and profitable supply chain for this food distribution company. McCombs brings extensive procurement and supply chain experience, having previously served as CSCO at Shamrock Foods (a large foodservice distributor) and in various leadership roles at Safeway/Albertsons. Notably, she led the complex integration of the supply chain during the Safeway–Albertsons merger, achieving significant synergies. McCombs also has experience in consulting and sales, which gives her a broad perspective on aligning supply chain strategies with business development. With a background in accounting and process improvement, she focuses on improving collaboration and reducing inefficiencies in Harbor Foods’ operations. Monica McCombs’s leadership helps the company navigate the challenges of food logistics while meeting sales and service objectives.

 

27. Wendy Langan – Vice President of Supply Chain, The Food Source International

Wendy Langan serves as VP of Supply Chain at The Food Source International, a flavor and ingredient supplier for food processors. With 24 years of experience, Langan has held various strategic sourcing and supply chain insight roles that prepared her to lead at Food Source. At Hershey, she was a director who delivered significant cost savings and developed big data solutions for supply chain functions. She also has experience in product development and materials engineering from roles at 3form and Black Diamond Equipment. Langan holds a degree in Materials Science & Engineering and an MBA from Lehigh University, along with additional study in supply chain management at MIT. Her blend of technical and business expertise enables her to optimize Food Source’s supply chain for innovation in tastes and ingredients, ensuring the company stays ahead of trends while maintaining efficient operations.

 

28. Leagh Turner – Chief Executive Officer, Coupa Software

Leagh Turner is the CEO of Coupa Software, a leading Business Spend Management (BSM) platform that helps companies manage procurement, expenses, and payments. Appointed in late 2023, Turner oversees Coupa’s end-to-end operations and strategy. She has a 35-year career in enterprise software, including leadership roles at SAP and serving as Co-CEO and President at Ceridian before joining Coupa. Turner’s expertise spans SaaS, cloud computing, and go-to-market strategies. As CEO of Coupa, she is focusing on innovation in procurement and supply chain visibility solutions, including the use of AI, to help organizations optimize their spending and supplier relationships. By championing diversity and embracing new challenges, Leagh Turner is leading Coupa to empower businesses worldwide with smarter, more efficient supply chain and financial processes, underscoring the critical role of technology in modern supply chain management.

 

29. Hannah Kain – President & CEO, ALOM

Hannah Kain is the founder, President, and CEO of ALOM, a global supply chain services company that she founded in 1997. Under her leadership, ALOM has expanded to 19 locations worldwide, providing Fortune 500 clients with end-to-end supply chain solutions across various sectors, including technology, automotive, medical, and energy. Born in Denmark, Kain has a multifaceted background, including teaching at Copenhagen Business School and a prior political career. She is a prominent voice in manufacturing and supply chain circles, serving on the National Association of Manufacturers Board and receiving numerous accolades (like Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s “Pro to Know”) for her contributions. Hannah Kain’s company is recognized for its flawless execution and innovative use of technology to address supply chain challenges. Her visionary leadership over nearly three decades has made ALOM a trusted supply chain partner and established Kain as a trailblazer for women-owned businesses in the supply chain industry.

 

30. Andrea Breen – Chief Supply Chain Officer, Red’s All Natural

Andrea Breen is CSCO of Red’s All Natural, a rapidly growing brand of natural frozen foods. She oversees Red’s supply chain as the company scales its distribution of clean-label burritos and entrées across retail channels. Breen brings 27 years of experience blending operations and strategic planning. She is recognized for her hands-on leadership style and cross-functional collaboration, which enable her to achieve exceptional results. Her skill set includes sales and operations planning, having previously worked as a business development manager at Mars and as an account executive at Goodbody International. At Red’s, Andrea Breen aligns the supply chain with the company’s mission to deliver convenient, healthy foods, ensuring capacity keeps up with demand without compromising quality. Her strategic yet agile approach helps fuel Red’s continued expansion in the competitive food market.

 

Conclusion

From logistics titans to tech disruptors, these thirty trailblazers demonstrate how visionary women are redefining global supply chain strategy—integrating digital intelligence, resilience, and sustainability into every link. Their achievements reveal that inclusive leadership is not simply an equity imperative; it is a competitive necessity that drives agility, innovation, and stakeholder trust across industries. As you reflect on the insights and career pathways highlighted in this compilation, consider how to elevate your impact. Explore Digitaldefynd’s curated portfolio of market-tested supply chain leadership courses and certificate programs, designed to sharpen strategic thinking, expand digital fluency, and prepare you for the next leap forward to global success.