Baxter Planning Welcomes Anton Chilton as New CEO to Lead the Charge in Service Supply Chain Innovations

Baxter Planning Names Anton Chilton as New CEO

Baxter Planning, a leading provider of Service Supply Chain (SSC) solutions, has officially announced the appointment of Anton Chilton as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 21, 2026. This strategic transition comes after the successful tenure of Chuck Moeling, who has served as CEO for eight years, laying a strong foundation for the company's evolution.

Anton Chilton, with over thirty years of global technology leadership, is expected to enhance Baxter Planning’s position as a premier autonomous planning platform within the aftermarket service sector. His extensive background covers the transformational growth and scaling of SaaS companies, showcasing a commitment to delivering significant value to customer planning organizations worldwide.

Previously, Chilton was the CEO of QAD Inc., a prominent player in SaaS enterprise solutions for global manufacturing and supply chain firms. During his time at QAD, he spearheaded the transition to cloud services, focusing on strategic initiatives that fortified the company’s product and market standing. Before stepping into that role, he held senior positions across sales, marketing, and professional services in various technology firms and currently serves on the board of Seeq Corporation—a leading provider of industrial analytics and AI-driven solutions.

Chilton's unique blend of experience in enterprise software, digital transformation, and operational growth positions him ideally to lead Baxter Planning as it embarks on the next phase of innovation and global expansion. In his own words, "I am honored to step into Baxter Planning at such a pivotal moment. For decades, the company has set benchmarks in excellent service supply chains, aiding its clients in achieving outstanding service results through deep expertise and tailored technologies."

He emphasized the exceptional opportunity presented by Baxter Planning's vision of becoming the autonomous planning platform for the aftermarket service supply chain, highlighting efforts to enhance resilience, improve financial performance, and deepen customer loyalty through their Service Experience Advantage. With a strong desire to collaborate with the talented team at Baxter, Chilton aims to accelerate growth and deliver substantial value to customers and stakeholders.

Michael Klayko, Chair of the Board at Baxter Planning, remarked on Chilton’s appointment, noting that Anton’s proven leadership skills, operational expertise, and strategic vision make him the perfect candidate for this critical role. His experience with scaling technology firms and fostering customer success is anticipated to expedite Baxter Planning's mission while strengthening its competitive edge.

As CEO, Chilton will focus on advancing Baxter Planning’s AI-driven roadmap for autonomous planning, expanding the company’s global and industry-wide presence, deepening strategic customer partnerships, and building a world-class organization dedicated to delivering industry-leading value at scale.

Founded over 30 years ago, Baxter Planning is recognized for providing service supply chain software to some of the world’s most innovative companies, establishing a Service Experience Advantage that assists in optimizing service part planning, execution, and resolution. The BaxterPredict platform empowers organizations to boost customer satisfaction, foster long-term customer relationships, and drive business growth through uniquely tailored technology, award-winning AI, and a commitment to genuine partnership.

With headquarters in Austin, Texas, and offices worldwide, Baxter Planning functions under the portfolio of Marlin Equity Partners, a global investment firm with approximately $10 billion in capital. This collaborative approach allows them to continuously enhance operational and financial results for their clients while solidifying their place at the forefront of the service supply chain industry. For further details about their offerings, visit www.baxterplanning.com.