Jerry Kerr
About Jerry Kerr
Jerry Kerr serves as the Business Process Lead for Demand to Supply and Procure to Pay at Patterson Companies, Inc., where he has worked since 2014. He has over 20 years of experience in various management roles, including positions at Tennant Company and Medtronic, and possesses a strong background in sales and operations planning.
Work at Patterson Companies
Jerry Kerr has served as the Business Process Lead: Demand to Supply, Procure to Pay at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2014. In this role, he focuses on optimizing business processes related to demand planning and procurement. His tenure at Patterson has spanned 10 years, during which he has contributed to enhancing operational efficiency in Mendota Heights.
Previous Experience at Tennant Company
Before joining Patterson Companies, Jerry Kerr worked at Tennant Company as a Senior IT Manager from 2011 to 2014. His responsibilities included overseeing the design, planning, sourcing, making, delivering, and servicing processes. This role allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of integrated business operations in Golden Valley, Minnesota.
Background in Program Management at Medtronic
Jerry Kerr was employed at Medtronic from 2005 to 2011 as a Program Manager in the Project Management Office (PMO). His six years at Medtronic provided him with valuable experience in managing complex projects and aligning them with organizational goals.
Education and Expertise
Jerry Kerr studied at the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, where he completed his degree from 1977 to 1981. He possesses a strong background in managing sales and operations planning, forecasting, and master scheduling. His educational foundation supports his extensive experience in SAP systems implementation across multiple deployments.
Leadership in Materials and Planning
Prior to his roles at Tennant and Patterson, Jerry Kerr served as the Director of Materials & Planning at American Medical Systems from 2004 to 2005. He has successfully led process improvements and inventory reductions in multi-plant and multi-country operations, showcasing his leadership capabilities in supply chain management.