Gemma Ferris
About Gemma Ferris
Gemma Ferris is a Business Lead for ERP at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in finance and management, with previous roles at companies such as AstraZeneca and SIG plc.
Current Role at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Gemma Ferris currently serves as the Business Lead for ERP at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in enterprise resource planning. Her role involves overseeing the integration and optimization of ERP systems to enhance operational efficiency within the organization.
Previous Positions at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Prior to her current role, Gemma Ferris worked at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC in various capacities. She was the Head of PMO - Manufacturing & Supply from 2021 to 2022 and served as PMO Lead - Manufacturing & Supply from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she held the position of Global Finance Transformation Manager from 2017 to 2020, where she focused on financial transformation initiatives.
Experience at AstraZeneca
Gemma Ferris has significant experience at AstraZeneca, where she held multiple roles. She worked as a Finance Business Partner from 2016 to 2017 at Alderley Park. Prior to that, she served as Reporting Lead from 2014 to 2016, also at Alderley Park. Her roles involved financial reporting and business partnership, contributing to the company's financial strategies.
Career Background at SIG plc and Danieli UK
Gemma Ferris began her career at SIG plc as a Group Accountant from 2009 to 2013. Following this, she worked at Danieli UK as a Management Accountant for one year in 2014. These positions provided her with foundational experience in financial management and accounting practices.
Education and Qualifications
Gemma Ferris studied at The University of Sheffield, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Hons in Management from 2005 to 2008. Her educational background has equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in her various roles in finance and management.