Rick Vandervelden, CPIM, CSCP

Rick is a seasoned supply chain professional with extensive experience in purchasing, inventory control, and distribution management. He currently handles Purchasing & Document Control at Genalyte. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from the University of Phoenix and has earned CPIM and CSCP professional certifications.

Outside of his direct employment, Rick has demonstrated leadership and a commitment to his professional community by serving as the VP of Marketing for the APICS San Diego Chapter. This indicates a passion for advancing the field of supply chain management.

He once managed an 80, 000-square-foot distribution center supporting manufacturing plants in Mexico.