Jennifer Lenaghan
About Jennifer Lenaghan
Jennifer Lenaghan serves as the Director of Supply Planning for Food Service at Shamrock Foods Company, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in supply chain management, having previously held leadership roles at Beam Suntory and Kerry.
Work at Shamrock Foods
Jennifer Lenaghan has served as the Director of Supply Planning - Food Service at Shamrock Foods Company since 2019. In this role, she oversees supply chain operations, focusing on optimizing planning processes to meet the demands of the food service sector. Her responsibilities include managing inventory levels and ensuring that service levels meet customer expectations. Based in the Phoenix, Arizona Area, she has contributed to the company's operational efficiency and effectiveness within the supply chain.
Previous Experience at Beam Suntory
Prior to her current position, Jennifer Lenaghan worked at Beam Suntory as the Director of Planning for North America from 2014 to 2019. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing planning operations across the North American market. Her leadership helped streamline processes and improve overall planning efficiency within the organization, contributing to its operational success.
Career at Kerry
Jennifer Lenaghan spent 16 years at Kerry, where she held the position of Materials Manager from 1998 to 2014. During her tenure, she managed a team of 12 direct reports in Planning, Materials, and Warehouse/Logistics. Her leadership supported the annual production of 15 million pounds, demonstrating her capability in managing large-scale operations and logistics.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Lenaghan studied at Winona State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Accounting and Business Administration from 1989 to 1993. Her educational background in accounting and business management provides her with a solid foundation for her roles in supply chain management and planning. This expertise has been instrumental in her career progression and success in various leadership positions.
Achievements in Supply Chain Management
Throughout her career, Jennifer Lenaghan has achieved significant milestones in supply chain management. She collaborated with sales, marketing, and operations teams to evaluate business plans, resulting in a growth projection of 40% year-over-year from FY 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she implemented changes in packaging materials that led to a 50% cost savings and a 10% increase in online hours in blending and packaging operations.