Patrick Hennessy

Patrick Hennessy is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in supply chain management across various sectors. Currently, as Procurement Manager - Production at Irish Distillers, Patrick oversees the procurement of raw materials, logistics, and utilities while actively contributing to the Midleton Cross-Functional team aimed at enhancing organizational culture. Previous roles include Category Manager for Marketing at Marks and Spencer, and Strategic Sourcing Buyer at Foodbuy UK & Ireland, where Patrick focused on improving procurement processes and supplier negotiations. With a solid educational background, including a Master’s degree in Supply Chain and Procurement from UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, Patrick has developed a robust skill set in data analytics, project management, and cross-functional collaboration throughout a diverse career in procurement and supply chain roles.