Holmes, Brynn

Accomplished global operations executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience across pharmaceutical, infant formula, food & beverage, and FMCG manufacturing environments. Proven track record of driving operational excellence, transformational change, and sustainable business growth across multi-site and multi-national organizations.

A strategic and commercially astute leader with deep expertise in manufacturing, supply chain, quality systems, acquisition integration, and organizational transformation. Recognized for building high-performing teams, developing future leaders, and creating cultures focused on safety, quality, engagement, and continuous improvement. Demonstrated success delivering significant improvements in productivity, capacity, cost performance, customer service, and profitability through data-driven decision making and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Experienced in leading complex global programs, managing full P&L accountability, and aligning cross-functional stakeholders to long-term business strategies. Passionate about leveraging emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation to future-proof manufacturing and supply chain operations, enhance decision-making, and accelerate business performance.

Known for combining strategic vision with hands-on execution, successfully navigating ambiguity, and delivering results through people-centered leadership, disciplined program management, and a relentless focus on operational excellence.
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Executive Profile Highlights

• 20+ years of progressive leadership experience across global manufacturing and supply chain organizations
• Vice President-level executive with responsibility for multi-site operations, transformation, and strategy development
• Extensive experience managing operations across the United States, Europe, and international markets
• Proven leader of large-scale transformation programs delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, customer service, and cost performance
• Full P&L accountability with expertise in financial planning, budgeting, capital investment, and commercial alignment
• Experienced in mergers, acquisitions, integration, and organizational redesign
• Strong advocate for people engagement, leadership development, and high-performance cultures
• Deep expertise in regulated manufacturing environments including Pharmaceutical, Infant Nutrition, Food & Beverage, and FMCG
• AI and digitally savvy leader driving Industry 4.0, automation, analytics, and digital transformation strategies
• Board member, event speaker, and active contributor to manufacturing and community organizations