Paul Checklin
Director, Global Sourcing
WD-40 Company
Paul Checklin is currently the Director of Global Sourcing for the WD-40 Company, headquartered in San Diego, California.
Mr. Checklin brings more than 20 years of supply chain and new product
introduction experience to this position. He has been with WD-40 since
2003. Prior to coming to WD-40, Mr. Checklin has held positions of
increasing responsibility in the procurement and materials fields for
consumer products companies such as Qualcomm, Sony and
Hewlett-Packard. He has extensive experience in international
sourcing, strategic purchasing, supply chain management and contract
negotiations.
Mr. Checklin is a native of England, receiving his Bachelor's and
Masters degree in Electronics & Electrical Engineering while
serving in the Royal Navy. Paul holds a Certificate in Purchasing
Management (C.P.M.) from the Institute of Supply Management (I.S.M.),
and has been active in the San Diego ISM Chapter.
