Vanessa Minchin
About Vanessa Minchin
Vanessa Minchin is the Global Business Solutions Manager for Häagen-Dazs Operations at General Mills, with over two decades of experience in various roles within the company, specializing in SAP systems and business solutions management.
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Vanessa Minchin serves as the Global Business Solutions Manager: Hã Agen Dazs Operations at General Mills. She is currently based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Experience at General Mills
Vanessa Minchin has been with General Mills since 1998, holding various roles that demonstrate her extensive experience within the company. Starting in quality assurance and logistics, she then moved on to senior SAP analyst roles in demand and supply chain. From 2004 to 2018, she held several positions including International SAP Finance Lead and EUAU Business Solutions Manager - SRM and Sales Capabilities. In her current role, she manages global business solutions operations for Hã Agen Dazs.
International Work Experience
Vanessa Minchin has substantial international work experience. Prior to her current role in Canada, she worked extensively in London, United Kingdom. Her experience spans various managerial and specialist roles, making her familiar with business practices in both regions.
Background in SAP Systems
Vanessa possesses significant expertise in SAP systems. Her roles at General Mills, such as Senior SAP Analyst - Demand and Supply Chain and International SAP Finance Lead, reflect her depth of experience in this area. Her work has focused on enhancing and managing SAP-related functions within the organization.
Education
Vanessa Minchin holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Surrey, where she studied from 1993 to 1996.
Procurement Background
Before joining General Mills, Vanessa gained experience in procurement. She worked as a buyer at Taylor Woodrow from 1996 to 1997 and at Carter Refrigeration & Retail Services Limited from 1997 to 1998 in London, Greater London, United Kingdom.