Margarita Kennel
About Margarita Kennel
Margarita Kennel is the Associate Director of Demand Planning & Process Excellence at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 14 years of experience in demand planning and forecasting.
Current Title and Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Margarita Kennel currently serves as the Associate Director of Demand Planning & Process Excellence at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS). In her role, she oversees the strategic forecasting and demand planning processes to ensure efficient supply chain management. Her responsibilities include improving process excellence and driving optimization initiatives within the organization.
Professional Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Margarita Kennel has been with Bristol Myers Squibb for over seven years. She initially joined the company as a Demand Planner in 2016 and worked in this capacity for four years in Cham, Switzerland. Her excellent performance and expertise in demand planning led to her promotion to Associate Director of Demand Planning & Process Excellence. Throughout her tenure, she has contributed significantly to the company's demand planning and forecasting strategies.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Margarita Kennel accumulated extensive experience in demand planning and forecasting. She worked at British American Tobacco as a Demand Forecasting Analyst from 2009 to 2016. Prior to that, she held a role in Strategic Purchasing at Orifarm A/S from 2007 to 2008 and was involved in export activities at Villiger Security Solutions AG from 2006 to 2007 in Sins. Each of these roles contributed to her deep understanding of supply chain management and demand forecasting.
Educational Background and Certifications
Margarita Kennel has a comprehensive educational background. She earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Hochschule Luzern, graduating in 2014. Additionally, she pursued studies in Forecasting at the Institute for Business Forecasting and Planning, obtaining a Professional Forecaster certification in 2020. She also holds a degree in Economics from the Moscow Institute of Entrepreneurship and Law (MIPP). These qualifications underpin her expertise in business administration, demand planning, and forecasting.
Career in Demand Planning and Forecasting
Margarita Kennel has over 14 years of experience in demand planning and forecasting. Her career trajectory has seen her transition from roles in export and strategic purchasing to a specialized focus on demand forecasting and planning. Her international work experience, including positions in Switzerland, has equipped her with a global perspective on supply chain management. This extensive background enables her to contribute effectively to her current role at Bristol Myers Squibb.