Edward Cook
Biography
Supply Chain innovator for 30 years in corporte Supply Chain Management positions. Started Supply Chain departments at three companies. Did extensive work in International Supply chains, working with suppliers on four continents.
Developed innovative Alliance Agreement contracts that enhanced Supplier Relations.
Worked with suppliers to create models for increasing turnover, minimizing inventory and better ordering that generated significant savings.
Area of Expertise
Supply Chain Management, Negotiation, Materials Management
Massachusetts Economy
Public Utilities
Degrees
MBA/Accounting, Northeastern University, Boston, MA
BSc. Finance and International Business, Northeastern University, Boston, MA
Professional Publications & Contributions
- Cook, Edward. “I’m Convinced, You’ve got Value”, Purchasing Today (May 1999)
- Cook, Edward. “Improving Supplier Relationships should start at the Top”, Inside Supply Management (Mar 2004)
Additional Information
Courses Taught
Real Estate Finance, Supply Chain Strategy, Management of the Supply Chain, Massachusetts in the Global Economy
Professional Certifications and Memberships
- Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) – Institute of Supply Management, Arizona State Univ.
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)-- Institute of Supply Management, Arizona State Univ.
- Member: Institute of Supply Management.
- Member: ISM Greater Boston - Board Member.
Additional Information
Over 20 years of practice in Corporate Supply Chain Management.