Garrett Thackoorie

Director of OEM Supply Planning
Los Angeles, California, United States

Professional Overview

Garrett Thackoorie is an experienced supply chain and demand planning professional with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and optimizing inventory management across diverse industries. As the Director of OEM Supply Planning at Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, he leverages his expertise in demand forecasting, supply chain optimization, and strategic procurement to ensure the seamless delivery of high-quality musical instruments to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Director of OEM Supply Planning at Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Garrett is responsible for overseeing the company's supply planning and inventory management processes for its OEM business. He collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to align supply with fluctuating demand, minimize stockouts, and maintain optimal inventory levels to support Fender's growing partnerships with leading musical instrument manufacturers. Under his leadership, Garrett has implemented data-driven forecasting models and streamlined supply chain workflows, resulting in a 15% reduction in inventory carrying costs and a 12% improvement in on-time delivery performance.

Career Progression

Prior to joining Fender, Garrett held various supply chain and demand planning roles at Ember Technologies, Inc. and Guitar Center. As the Director of Demand Planning and Forecasting at Ember, he spearheaded the implementation of a new demand planning system, which enabled the company to improve forecast accuracy by 22% and reduce excess inventory by 18%. Earlier in his career, Garrett gained valuable experience in store operations and customer service while working as a Store Manager at Starbucks and an Electronics Team Member at Target.

Academic Background

Garrett holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Southern California, where he graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Demand forecasting and inventory optimization

• Supply chain planning and coordination

• Strategic procurement and vendor management

• Cross-functional collaboration and project management

• Data analysis and business intelligence

Professional Impact

Throughout his career, Garrett has demonstrated a keen ability to drive operational improvements and enhance supply chain efficiency. At Fender, he has been instrumental in developing and executing tailored supply planning strategies to support the company's growing OEM partnerships, contributing to increased customer satisfaction and revenue growth. Garrett's expertise in leveraging data-driven insights and his collaborative leadership style have earned him a reputation as a trusted supply chain strategist within the musical instruments industry.

Conclusion

With his extensive experience in demand planning, supply chain optimization, and cross-functional leadership, Garrett Thackoorie is well-positioned to continue driving operational excellence and innovation at Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. His deep understanding of the OEM landscape and his commitment to delivering exceptional supply planning solutions make him a valuable asset to the company and its partners.