Georgia Patterson
About Georgia Patterson
Georgia Patterson serves as the ERP Supply Chain & Inventory Lead at Rocket Lab, bringing extensive experience in demand planning and supply chain management from various roles in the pharmaceutical and FMCG sectors.
Work at Rocket Lab
Georgia Patterson currently holds the position of ERP Supply Chain & Inventory Lead at Rocket Lab. She has been with the company since 2019, contributing to the optimization of supply chain processes and inventory management. Her role involves overseeing the integration of enterprise resource planning systems to enhance operational efficiency.
Professional Experience in Supply Chain Management
Georgia Patterson has extensive experience in supply chain management across various industries. She worked at Fonterra in multiple roles, including Demand Planner and Production Operational Planner, from 2007 to 2013. She also served as a Demand Planner at Sigma Pharmaceuticals from 2013 to 2016 and as Supply Manager at Swisse Wellness from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she was a Supply Planning Manager at NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty Ltd in 2018-2019.
Education and Qualifications
Georgia Patterson studied at the University of Auckland, where she earned a Master of Arts in Languages & Literature (Hons) from 1998 to 2000, following a Bachelor of Arts in English and French from 1995 to 1997. She also holds post-graduate qualifications in APICS and Dairy Supply Chain, enhancing her expertise in supply chain management.
Background in Dairy and Pharmaceuticals
Georgia Patterson has a background in global dairy product manufacturing and has worked in both the pharmaceutical and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors. Her experience includes roles in demand planning and supply management, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of supply chain dynamics in these industries.
Technical Skills and Systems Proficiency
Georgia Patterson is experienced in using various operating systems essential for supply chain management. She is proficient in SAP R3, APO, Blueshift ONE Trade Promotions Manager, and JDA Demand. These skills enable her to effectively manage inventory and optimize supply chain operations.