E2open Appoints Susan E. Bennett as New Chief Legal Officer to Enhance Governance and Strategy
- E2open appoints Susan E. Bennett as Chief Legal Officer, enhancing governance and legal strategy amid rising procurement risks.
- Bennett brings 25 years of legal experience, previously serving as CLO at Circana and Culligan International Company.
- E2open recognized as a Leader in IDC MarketScape for managing direct materials sourcing and streamlining procurement processes.
E2open Strengthens Leadership with Appointment of Susan E. Bennett as Chief Legal Officer
E2open Parent Holdings, Inc., a leading connected supply chain SaaS platform, appoints Susan E. Bennett as its new chief legal officer (CLO) and secretary. This appointment follows her recent tenure as interim executive vice president, general counsel, and secretary, a role she has held since May 2024. Andrew Appel, the company's CEO, expresses strong confidence in Bennett’s 25 years of experience in global legal affairs, emphasizing her capabilities in managing legal risks, upholding governance standards, and enhancing customer relationships. Her leadership is expected to play a crucial role as E2open continues to evolve in the competitive supply chain landscape.
In her new role, Bennett oversees various critical functions, including legal, contracts, risk management, information security, and compliance. Her extensive background includes serving as CLO at Circana for nearly a decade and holding a similar position at Culligan International Company, which equips her with a wealth of experience to navigate the complexities of E2open's operational framework. E2open operates the world’s largest multi-enterprise network, connecting over 480,000 partners and facilitating more than 16 billion transactions annually. This network is integral to the company's mission of enhancing supply chain efficiency, reducing waste, and promoting sustainability, encapsulated in its guiding principle of "Moving as one."
Bennett expresses enthusiasm for collaborating with her colleagues and the board to achieve E2open's strategic objectives. Her appointment marks a significant step in reinforcing the company’s governance and legal strategy, which is increasingly vital in a climate of rising procurement risks and regulatory challenges. As E2open continues its growth trajectory, Bennett's leadership is expected to provide the necessary legal oversight to support its innovative initiatives aimed at transforming the supply chain industry.
In addition to this leadership change, E2open has recently been recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SaaS and Cloud-Enabled Direct Spend Vendor Assessment. This recognition underscores E2open's strengths in managing direct materials sourcing and spend software, highlighting its ability to integrate procurement processes effectively amidst global complexities. Patrick Reymann, research director at IDC, emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology for streamlined procurement strategies, which is a core focus of E2open's offerings.
As the supply chain landscape becomes increasingly intricate, E2open's robust multi-enterprise network positions it favorably to meet the challenges faced by industries such as high-tech, consumer goods, automotive, and pharmaceuticals. The company’s software solutions facilitate systematic engagement with partners and enhance operational resiliency, making it a reputable choice for organizations aiming to optimize their direct spend initiatives.