Resilience, Mentorship, and a People-First Mindset: A Conversation with Jon Rodammer with Kenvue
In this insightful conversation from the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium, Scott Luton of Supply Chain Now sits down with Jon Rodammer, Senior VP and Head of North America Operations at Kenvue. Jon shares his inspiring leadership journey and the values that guide him—resilience, mentorship, and a people-first mindset.
They explore:
- The power of agility and responsiveness in today’s supply chains
- Why digitization and system investments matter for newly independent companies
- How Jon’s experience with top consumer goods brands shaped his “consumer-first” approach
- The role of mentorship and community service in building strong leadership
- Kenvue’s cultural commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Whether you’re navigating supply chain disruption or growing a team, Jon’s insights are packed with real-world value.
This episode is hosted by Scott Luton, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton.
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