Thomas Schamberg, Ph.D., is the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain Excellence at Evonik Industries, with over ten years in the chemical industry. With a strong educational background in applied mathematics, Thomas began his career in the Energy & Utility sector before transitioning to chemicals. At Evonik, he leads the corporate supply chain function, spearheading a large-scale global supply chain transformation. Thomas is passionate about his work, particularly because this is a pivotal time for supply chain transformation in the chemical industry. As supply chain management becomes a top priority, even at the supervisory board level, ongoing disruptions present significant challenges. However, Thomas thrives on the opportunity to lead through these changes, embracing the complexities and opportunities they bring.