Don Metzelar serves as Senior Vice President of Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a role he assumed in 2020. With over 25 years of experience at Goodyear, Metzelar began his career with the company in 1993 as a manufacturing engineer at the Akron Technical Center. He progressed through key leadership positions, including Plant Manager at facilities in Fayetteville, North Carolina, and Lawton, Oklahoma, and later as Vice President of Manufacturing for the Americas region. His expertise spans lean manufacturing, operational excellence, and supply chain optimization, honed through hands-on roles in tire production and global logistics. Under Metzelar's leadership, Goodyear has achieved significant milestones in manufacturing efficiency and sustainability. He spearheaded initiatives that reduced production costs by 15% across global plants while improving product quality and delivery times. Notably, Metzelar drove the implementation of advanced automation and Industry 4.0 technologies, enhancing supply chain resilience amid global disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic. His efforts have positioned Goodyear as a leader in sustainable manufacturing, including reductions in energy consumption and waste through innovative recycling programs for tire materials. In his current capacity, Metzelar oversees a network of more than 55 manufacturing facilities worldwide, managing a supply chain that supports Goodyear's diverse portfolio of consumer and commercial tires. He collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate digital supply chain solutions, ensuring agility in sourcing raw materials like natural rubber and synthetic polymers. Metzelar's strategic vision emphasizes innovation, supplier partnerships, and workforce development, contributing to Goodyear's long-term goals of profitability and environmental stewardship.