Gina Mc Dermott
About Gina Mc Dermott
Gina McDermott serves as the Senior Director of North American Supply Chain Planning at Spectrum Brands, Inc., a position she has held since 2019. With a background in demand planning and supply chain management, she has previously worked at Hussmann, ConAgra Foods, and Covidien, and she is recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in Sales & Operations Planning.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Gina Mc Dermott has been serving as the Senior Director of North American Supply Chain Planning at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she oversees the supply chain planning processes for the North American market. Her responsibilities include leading monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) demand reviews and ensuring alignment among cross-functional partners. She supports demand forecast needs for over 20 product lines, which encompass both standard and custom models within the North America Equipment Business.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Prior to her current position, Gina Mc Dermott worked at Hussmann as the SIOP - Demand Planning Manager from 2017 to 2019. In this role, she was involved in demand planning processes in Saint Louis, Missouri. Before Hussmann, she held the position of Sr Demand Planner at ConAgra Foods (formerly Ralcorp Holdings) from 2011 to 2012. Her career also includes experience as an Associate Product Manager at Covidien from 2007 to 2011 and as an Account Service Supervisor at National Distribution Service (NDS) from 2005 to 2007.
Education and Expertise
Gina Mc Dermott earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from Lindenwood University, where she studied from 2001 to 2004. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in marketing principles, which she applies in her supply chain planning roles. She is recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), showcasing her expertise in demand forecasting and planning.
Leadership in Demand Planning
In her current role, Gina Mc Dermott leads the demand planning efforts for various product lines. She acts as the demand lead in the implementation of a new business tool designed to enhance forecasting inputs. Her leadership in monthly S&OP demand reviews facilitates effective partnership and alignment across different functional areas, contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain operations.