Ben Hakim is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in technology and supply chain management. Born and raised in The Poconos in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Ben attended the University of California at Santa Barbara where he obtained his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry.
Currently residing in Southern California with his family and eight-year-old son, Ben enjoys playing tennis and pickleball during his free time. With his passion for technology and logistics, he has made a significant impact in the industry throughout his professional career.
Ben has worked for some of the biggest names in the logistics and technology industry, including CaseStack Inc (now HUB Group), CH Robinson Worldwide, and JB Hunt. In 2012, he founded LOCKandLOCATE.com, a SaaS brokered load tracking system that provides driver visibility in real-time without requiring a software application download.
In 2017, Ben worked at Oracle, contributing to strategy and sales for Oracle’s Supply Chain Management Division for upmarket, specializing in High Tech, CPG, Diversified Industries, and Industrial Manufacturing.
In 2022, Ben made a career change and now contributes to SAP Ariba, the fastest-growing business network in the world. In this new role, Ben is better enabling customers to compete on a global stage by helping companies execute digital procurement transformation, increasing efficiency, and driving growth.
SAP Ariba solutions create direct, intelligent connections between businesses, suppliers, and targeted solution providers, redefining how companies communicate, collaborate, and get work done. Ben’s expertise in technology and supply chain management, coupled with his passion for helping customers succeed, make him an asset to the SAP Ariba team.