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Joseph Roche joined Photronics in 2001 as Director of Purchasing. During this time he developed cost reduction programs that have resulted in significant savings on materials, equipment and service purchases. He has also re-organized the global purchasing group and re-engineered workflows including e-requisitions, e-procurement and an expanded procurement card program, all resulting in improved efficiencies.
Prior to joining Photronics Mr. Roche spent 23 years at Unilever Home and Personal Care USA where he held many positions. These positions included Internal Auditor, Logistics Accounting Manager, R&D Controller, Commercial Manager, Purchasing Manager and Director, Purchasing & Technology.
Mr. Roche received his Master of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Bridgeport and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Quinnipiac College. He is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor and a member of the Connecticut Society of CPA’s. | 