Chenda Pen
About Chenda Pen
Chenda Pen is a Supply Chain Manager at Materion Corporation in Lincoln, Rhode Island, where she has worked since 2022. She has a background in supply chain roles at various companies, including Honeywell and Kenney Manufacturing, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Johnson & Wales University.
Work at Materion
Chenda Pen has been serving as the Supply Chain Manager at Materion Corporation since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations in Lincoln, Rhode Island. Her position involves managing procurement processes, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to support production needs. With a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness, she contributes to the overall operational success of the organization.
Previous Experience at Honeywell
Chenda Pen has extensive experience with Honeywell, where she held multiple roles over several years. She worked as a Senior Buyer from 2014 to 2019, managing supplier relationships and procurement strategies. Prior to that, she was a Replenishment Planner for five months in 2014, focusing on inventory management. After her tenure as Senior Buyer, she transitioned to Honeywell Industrial Safety as a Materials Manager from 2019 to 2022, overseeing material planning and logistics in Smithfield, Rhode Island.
Education and Expertise
Chenda Pen earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Johnson & Wales University. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in marketing principles, which she applies to her supply chain management practices. This academic experience complements her professional expertise in procurement, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.
Career at Kenney Manufacturing
Before her time at Honeywell, Chenda Pen worked at Kenney Manufacturing as an Import Buyer/Planner from 2008 to 2011. In this role, she was responsible for managing import processes and planning for materials needed in production. Her experience at Kenney Manufacturing contributed to her understanding of supply chain dynamics and international procurement.