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Intel appoints Kevin O'Buckley as EVP of global operations and supply chain, expanding his role to oversee end-to-end supply chain strategy and strengthen foundry integration under CEO Lip-Bu Tan.
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Intel Appoints Kevin O’Buckley to Lead Global Operations and Supply Chain
February 26, 2026
Intel Corporation has announced the appointment of Kevin O’Buckley as executive vice president (EVP) and general manager of global operations and supply chain, a newly established division within the company. This role expands O’Buckley’s responsibilities, who previously served as senior vice president and general manager of Foundry Services at Intel.
O’Buckley, a seasoned semiconductor industry leader with over 25 years of experience, will oversee Intel’s end-to-end supply chain strategy, including manufacturing, logistics, and global operations. His appointment follows a strategic reorganization under CEO Lip-Bu Tan to strengthen Intel’s foundry and product businesses. O’Buckley will report directly to Tan and will work closely with Naga Chandrasekaran, executive vice president and chief technology and operations officer of Intel Foundry, who now oversees Foundry Services.
The move reflects Intel’s focus on integrating its foundry operations with broader supply chain capabilities to enhance efficiency and customer service. O’Buckley’s background includes leadership roles at Marvell Technologies, GlobalFoundries, and IBM, where he managed technology development and manufacturing operations. His expertise aligns with Intel’s goal to position itself as a “systems foundry” for AI-driven computing.
This leadership shift follows the retirement of Stuart Pann, former general manager of Foundry Services, who will remain as an advisor during the transition. Intel emphasized that O’Buckley’s appointment will accelerate the company’s efforts to deliver advanced process and packaging technologies through a resilient supply chain.
The reorganization underscores Intel’s ongoing transformation under Tan, which includes streamlining operations, expanding foundry capabilities, and refocusing on core product markets. O’Buckley’s expanded role is expected to play a critical part in executing these strategic priorities.
This article is based on publicly available information from Intel’s press releases and corporate announcements.
