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KIMBERLY GREEN REYNOLDS
STRATEGY “ Mitigating supplier cybersecurity threats is a huge area ,” says Reynolds . “ This is a very real problem as it ’ s something that can directly impact operational excellence .”
Of her team ’ s impact on cost control , Reynolds says : “ We look to manage cost-creep in the face of inflationary pressures . It ’ s not just about negotiating deals to save money , but also about analysing risk around cost-creep issues that are outside of the scope of what we ’ ve negotiated . “ We need forethought

KIMBERLY GREEN REYNOLDS

TITLE : CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER
COMPANY : COCA-COLA BOTTLERS ’ ​ SALES AND SERVICES
INDUSTRY : DRINKS
Reynolds has had a multi-faceted career in the food and beverage industry , having worked for Coca-Cola , Diageo and Archer Daniels Midland Company . She has successfully driven business performance goals and delivered valuable solutions in fast paced environments .
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