Who I am

For me, it’s all about connecting to people. Understanding where they are in their journey to success.

I help companies stop running on gut instinct and start running on great data.

I specialize in deploying enterprise supply chain platforms at scale — and driving the adoption that makes it worth the investment. I've led global roll-outs at Summit Materials, Molson Coors and MillerCoors, bridging the gap between the technical complexity and the human side of change. Read more about my background here.

Currently exploring senior FTE opportunities in supply chain technology and operations.

Together, let’s create a real impact that transforms the way things are done.

Find the why. Fix the how.

Proven success at bridging business and technology to deliver measurable adoption, operational efficiencies and enhance cultural change.

  • Enterprise Planning Deployments

  • Business Process Transformation

  • Change Management & Adoption

  • Requirements Gathering & Solution Design

Core Expertise

  • Successfully deployed o9 Supply, Demand, IBP solution to over 150+ sites.

  • Managed EDI deployment of 100+ transportation vendors.

  • Successful implementation of SAP TM Globally.

Proven Impact

  • Planning & Optimization: o9 (Demand, Supply, IBP), SAP APO

  • Execution & Logistics: SAP TM, ECC, EWM, EM, Maximo, Trimble/Viewpoint

  • Integration: API, EDI, XML, PI, IDoc, Cognos

  • Process & Design: ARIS, Visio, Lean/Six Sigma

Technology & Tools

Real World Results…

“Josh is the rare combination of master people-person and technical expert. He immediatly sets teams at-ease while providing top shelf technical support”

- Christoph Rahbany (S&OP Executive)

“Josh has excellent experience in the industry and is a subject matter expert in many areas of supply chain/transportation. Josh is a pleasure to work with and anyone would be lucky to do business with Josh.”

- Jake Kilgore (Director of Sales at Select Carriers)

“…Josh was collaborative, dependable, and generous with his knowledge. As a leader he set a high standard through example - calm under pressure, thoughtful in decision making, and always focused on the long-term success of the organization…”

- Sean Lafferty (Senior Technical Project Manager)

Let’s Connect

I'm actively exploring senior FTE opportunities in supply chain technology and operations. Whether you're a recruiter, hiring leader, or just want to talk shop — I'd love to hear from you.

The best way to reach me: jrugowski@gmail.com ~ (920) 217-1397 ~ www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-rugowski

I typically respond within 24 hours.