Inside Supply Management with Nate Powrie!
Nathanael Powrie, Managing Director, Data Analytics at SGS Maine Pointe, speaks to Inside Supply Management about how Generative AI is going to change the business world as we know it.
Life at SGS Maine Pointe
We believe in empowering our people to achieve the utmost success for them.
Diversity, Women's initiatives, and the implementation of a Manager Development Program are a few of the many reasons why this is the perfect time to join our culture.
Equity is here
FACT is an internal organization at SGS Maine Pointe dedicated to attracting, retaining, and growing female leaders within our firm. The intent is to create an ecosystem for women to grow, thrive, and achieve optimal success at all levels and leadership roles, now and in the future. We are focused on creating a culture that facilitates and empowers career growth of women in consulting and promotes diversity of thoughts, experiences and backgrounds to enhance the delivery outputs we provide to our clients.
The FACT team at the company meeting
Leo Wilson White
Senior Consultant, Procurement
In the spotlight
What attracted you to SGS Maine Pointe?
I was drawn to SGS Maine Pointe because of its reputation for excellence in strategic procurement and supply chain optimization. The firm’s commitment to delivering measurable, sustainable results for clients resonated with my professional values. I was particularly impressed by the collaborative culture and the opportunity to work with experts dedicated to driving tangible improvements for clients across various industries. You want to work with the best in the business when you get the opportunity.
What part of your day-to-day work do you most look forward to?
I most look forward to the problem-solving aspect of my work. I enjoy tackling complex challenges, it’s like solving a puzzle. I love puzzles, the process of pulling things apart and putting them back together to find the best solutions. It’s incredibly satisfying when you uncover insights or opportunities that even the clients didn’t know existed.
What are you most proud of at SGS Maine Pointe?
I am most proud of the sustainable transformations we achieve for our clients. Seeing the positive changes in our clients’ operations and the measurable savings we deliver is incredibly fulfilling. I love this stuff. I really enjoy bringing excellent client satisfaction. Additionally, I take pride in the strong relationships we’ve built with our clients (at both the PE and Corporate levels), as well as the supplier base. It’s characterized by trust and mutual respect. Our ability to consistently exceed expectations and deliver value is a testament to the dedication and skill of the entire SGS Maine Pointe team.
What keeps you busy outside of your professional life?
Additionally, I am focused on personal development, reading, and pursuing goals that align with my values and setting an example for my community. Outside of my professional life, I am deeply involved in my church, the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Pensacola, FL. It’s a significant part of my life where I am the Parish Council Treasurer, and a Co-Chair of the Greek Festival (November 1st, 2nd, and 3rd!). I am also Treasurer for our local chapter of AHEPA (American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association) whose goal is to promote the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, family, and individual excellence through community service. I am also a passionate fan of college football, particularly Florida State University. Cheering for the Seminoles is something I really enjoy. Also, last year my wife Brianna and I bought a 120-year-old home and keeping it up and doing some minor restorations has been a joy. A hassle sometimes, but still a joy.Employee news
SGS Completes Acquisition with Maine Pointe!
SGS is pleased to announce that we have acquired the remaining 40% interest in Maine Pointe, LLC., after originally acquiring a 60% interest in June 2019.
Supply Chain Management Course Completions
Congratulations to Tyler Drenth, Dominique Kren, and Andrew Soave on the successful completion of their new certifications in Supply Chain Management Leadership from the Global Supply Chain Institute at the University of Tennessee.
Eric Foster
Engagement Director
Delivery Star for the Month
Eric joined SGS Maine Pointe in 2021 and since then has consistently delivered great engagements and exceeded client expectations. After successfully completing his first few projects, Eric took the helm at a very difficult Chemicals client. Not only were we facing a jaded CEO, but also a fast-track engagement timeline of only 12 weeks as the business was being put up for sale.
Eric and his team managed both challenges with outstanding professionalism, delivering mid-point savings, and expediting the sale of the business. In the words of the client partner “we could not have sold so quickly without these results; the savings were a major factor in concluding the deal.”
Eric is now managing a larger engagement, one of our first in Oil Field Services, with some extremely challenging categories. Despite this Eric and the team are projected to generate around $4M in annualized savings by week 8, effectively paying for the engagement.
Shout out to Eric not only for delivering results but in doing so with his trademark, cool, calm and professional demeanor. Eric Keep up the great work
Development Manager Program
Our Development Manager program allows employees to have a ‘go-to’ person and safe space for their questions beyond our traditional onboarding process. The objective of the program is to support and encourage the professional development of the individual.
Additionally, the Development Managers will facilitate our semi-annual and annual performance review process. This program is in place to create structure for professional development and deepen relationships among colleagues.
"A mentor is someone who sees more talent and ability within you, than you see in yourself, and helps bring it out of you."- Bob Proctor