Patrick Kenna
About Patrick Kenna
Patrick Kenna serves as the Materials Manager at Kennametal in Rogers, Arkansas, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in supply chain management and engineering, with experience in overseeing product launches and managing a team of 14.
Work at Kennametal
Patrick Kenna has been serving as the Materials Manager at Kennametal since 2019, based in Rogers, Arkansas. In this role, he oversees SAP master data management for over 6,000 products, including Bill of Materials (BOMs), routings, safety stocks, Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), and costing. He manages a team of 14 direct reports, which includes a planning team of five and a shipping team of nine. His responsibilities also include coordinating new product launches with the sales team to enhance customer satisfaction and expand market share. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at Kennametal, including Sr Supply Chain Analyst and Associate Engineer.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Kenna earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Auburn University Harbert College of Business, specializing in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, from 2019 to 2021. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management with a concentration in Operational Excellence and Entrepreneurship from Saint Vincent College, which he completed from 2011 to 2015. His educational background equips him with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage supply chain operations and contribute to operational excellence.
Background
Before becoming the Materials Manager at Kennametal, Patrick Kenna gained extensive experience within the company. He worked as an Operational Excellence Intern from 2014 to 2015, followed by roles as Associate Engineer from 2015 to 2017, and Supply Demand Manager from 2017 to 2018. His progression through various positions highlights his growing expertise in supply chain management and operational processes. Additionally, he served as an Assistant Coach at KCOE from 2012 to 2014, where he developed leadership skills that are beneficial in his current management role.
Achievements
In his current role as Materials Manager, Patrick Kenna is responsible for determining and ensuring adherence to the monthly production plan (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning - SIOP). He supports the site business director in making key decisions related to production outlook, capacity planning, staffing, sales order outlook, and manufacturing variance. His ability to coordinate new product launches and manage a diverse team contributes to the operational success of Kennametal.