Cole Williams

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About Cole Williams

Cole has cultivated a diverse career in the world of business. His trajectory, shaped by experiences ranging from health care, B2B sales, op management, to strategic financial leadership, embodies adaptability and a commitment to continuous growth.In his current role as an Associate Finance Manager at Frito Lay, Cole oversees the financial plan build and performance of the make and move supply chain locations, guiding a network of finance professionals for a budget worth >$2B. At the epicenter of the Pepsi Global Template (PGT) project, Cole has played an early adopter/supporting business partner role in steering a colossal ERP data transition from Oracle to SAP. His leadership during this transformative initiative has helped bring peers and end users along, while simultaneously helping define the future of finance at PepsiCo. In his prior role as a Manufacturing People Leader at PBNA, Cole oversaw operations across multiple shifts and implemented various strategies to improve performance against targeted KPI's. Armed with an MBA in Finance from UT COBI, and a BSBA in Ops Mgmt. from OSU's Fisher College of Business, Cole's commitment to continuous learning extends beyond the boardroom. His parallel journey with the United States Air Force, specializing in cyber system operations, showcases a multifaceted skill set that transcends traditional boundaries.As Cole envisions his future path, he is eager to contribute his skills to the dynamic landscape of finance, anticipating and embracing the transformative power of technology through AI, automation, and data analytics. Connect with Cole to explore collaborative opportunities and embark on a journey of shared learning, where the intersection of tradition and innovation paves the way for a dynamic and thriving future in finance.