Bill Gao

I’m a global operations and supply chain executive with 18+ years of experience leading sourcing, planning, logistics, and procurement across high-growth, complex environments. I help companies scale smarter — reducing cost, optimizing processes, and accelerating time-to-market through continuous improvement and data-driven, AI-enabled supply chain strategies.

I bring 18+ years of leadership in global supply chain, sourcing, procurement, and operations across high-growth companies in fintech, consumer goods, high-tech, and manufacturing. I’ve built and scaled end-to-end supply chain infrastructures, led international teams, and delivered over $50M in cost savings through strategic sourcing, process transformation, and digital innovation. My expertise includes ERP and TMS implementation, S&OP, supplier partnerships, and AI-driven analytics that enhance agility, visibility, and margin performance.

MBA in Supply Chain Management & Marketing Technology from Michigan State University, and a BS in Operations Research from Fudan University — combining strategic, data-driven decision-making with deep operational expertise.