Ward Dingmann

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Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Spencer's & Spirit Halloween

Greater Philadelphia, United States

Overview

Ward is a senior supply chain leader with deep experience in complex, time-compressed retail operating models for major brands like Spencers and Bobs Discount Furniture. He specializes in logistics, distribution, and fulfillment, focusing on building scalable operations to manage peak demand and rapid growth. He holds a BSIE from the University of Arkansas.

He is a leader who believes strongly in transparency, clear communication, and shared accountability across all levels of an organization. Ward values recognizing collective team success and is known for aligning teams around clear, common priorities to foster a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Ward holds a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification from Purdue University, underscoring his expertise in process improvement and operational efficiency.

Personality Overview

Charismatic

Assertive

Values Relationships

They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions.  They are more likely to accept new and exciting technologies. They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.


Topics They Care About

Seasonal Logistics
His career focuses on managing supply chains for highly seasonal retail businesses like Spirit Halloween, balancing service, cost, and capacity under peak demand.
Operational Scalability
Known for building scalable networks and leading cross-functional teams through periods of rapid growth and significant operational change in the retail sector.
Process Improvement
His Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification highlights a focus on driving efficiency, strengthening operating discipline, and improving visibility within the supply chain.

Media Appearances

Ward has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2022
Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Spencer's & Spirit Halloween
2-2019 - 4-2022
Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Bob's Discount Furniture
6-2007 - 1-2019
Senior Vice President of Operations at Levin Furniture
7-2006 - 6-2007
Partner at Accenture
4-2005 - 7-2006
Senior Vice President of Logistics at Levitz Furniture

Education

BSIE from University of Arkansas
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification from Purdue University

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Exp : 35 Location : Greater Philadelphia, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Spencer's & Spirit Halloween
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Insights For Selling To Ward

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Display high self-confidence and expect them to have a strong personality.
  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established

DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ward is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ward

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ward move?

  • They can make decisions quickly if they develop trust in you and conviction in the product.
  • Can Ward take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Ward

Personality Compatibility


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