Justin Brunda

Vice President Supply Chain, Cymbiotika

Professional Overview
Justin Brunda is an experienced supply chain executive with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and optimizing logistics and fulfillment processes. As the Vice President of Supply Chain at Cymbiotika, he is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain, including procurement, inventory management, distribution, and customer service. Brunda's expertise spans the natural products and consumer goods industries, where he has leveraged his strategic and analytical abilities to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Vice President of Supply Chain at Cymbiotika, a leading natural health and wellness brand, Brunda is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive supply chain strategies that support the company's growth and sustainability. He oversees a team of supply chain professionals and collaborates closely with cross-functional departments to ensure the seamless delivery of Cymbiotika's products to customers worldwide. Under his leadership, the supply chain has achieved significant improvements in inventory turns, on-time delivery, and customer service levels.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Brunda held various leadership positions in the supply chain and operations function, including Director of Fulfillment & Logistics at Cymbiotika, Vice President of Supply Chain, Planning, and Logistics at Craft 'Ohana, and Fulfillment Leadership at Fresh Clean Threads. He also served as the Vice President of Operations and Director of Operations at ADU, where he spearheaded the optimization of distribution networks and the implementation of advanced inventory management systems. Brunda's extensive experience in the natural products and consumer goods industries has equipped him with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in these sectors.

Academic Background
Brunda holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of California, San Diego, with a concentration in Operations and Supply Chain Management.

Areas of Expertise

• Supply chain strategy and optimization

• Inventory management and forecasting

• Logistics and distribution network design

• Procurement and supplier management

• Warehouse and fulfillment operations

• Transportation and fleet management

• Cross-functional collaboration and project management

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Brunda has been recognized for his ability to drive measurable improvements in supply chain performance. At Craft 'Ohana, he implemented a demand planning system that resulted in a 20% reduction in inventory levels while maintaining service levels. At ADU, he spearheaded the consolidation of the company's distribution network, leading to a 15% decrease in transportation costs and a 12% improvement in on-time delivery.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and commitment to operational excellence, Justin Brunda is a valuable asset to Cymbiotika and the natural products industry. As the Vice President of Supply Chain, he continues to leverage his expertise to enhance the company's supply chain capabilities, drive sustainable growth, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.