Catherine Schernecker
About Catherine Schernecker
Catherine Schernecker is the Global Supply Chain Innovation Manager at SC Johnson, with a background in portfolio and program management, and a strong foundation in engineering and business administration.
Current Position at SC Johnson
Catherine Schernecker is currently employed at SC Johnson, serving as the Global Supply Chain Innovation Manager. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing and implementing supply chain innovations to enhance efficiency and adaptability in meeting market demands.
Previous Roles at SC Johnson
Before her current position, Catherine Schernecker worked at SC Johnson as a Portfolio Manager for one year from 2018 to 2019 in Racine, Wisconsin. She also held the role of Global Program Manager from 2016 to 2018. Both positions involved managing key projects and programs to improve various aspects of the company's operations.
Experience at Modine Manufacturing Company
Catherine Schernecker has significant experience with Modine Manufacturing Company. She served in multiple roles: Program Manager - Global Mfg. Engineering from 2015 to 2016 in Racine, WI; Program Launch Supervisor from 2013 to 2015 and Program Manager from 2011 to 2013, both in Shanghai, China; Customer Manager from 2008 to 2011 in Racine, WI; and finally, Application Engineer from 2004 to 2007 in Racine, WI. Her duties included overseeing program launches, managing customer relationships, and engineering applications.
Educational Background
Catherine Schernecker completed her Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Alverno College from 2007 to 2009. Prior to that, she earned a BA in Mechanical Engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering, where she studied from 2000 to 2004.
Project Leadership and Team Management
Catherine Schernecker has demonstrated key leadership skills in her roles, leading teams responsible for confirming the supply chain for new product launches. Her responsibilities included determining manufacturing locations, capital requirements, and product costing. She is recognized for creating tools, templates, and processes that drive efficiency and maintain high-quality standards.
Professional Strengths and Skills
Catherine Schernecker's professional strengths include strong interpersonal communication skills, allowing effective collaboration across different departments. Her Gallup strengths—Winning Others Over (WOO), Communication, Activator, Achiever, and Arranger—are leveraged to drive team performance. She is noted for her disciplined approach and dedication to ensuring project success.