Driving Supply Chain Resilience and Planning Excellence

Patrick Rigoni, PhD

Demand Driven Transformation & Operational Performance

Patrick is a seasoned expert in Demand Driven methodologies and supply chain transformation, with over 20 years of experience spanning both industry and consultancy.

He empowers clients to deliver step-change improvements by blending innovative planning methods with real-world operational pragmatism. Patrick’s strength lies in co-developing solutions that are both strategically sound and operationally grounded—ensuring business ownership and long-term sustainability.

End-to-End Supply Chain Improvement

Achieve tangible results through solutions that connect strategy to execution across your entire value chain.

Proven Expertise, Hands-On Delivery

Combine strategic insight with operational depth to drive measurable improvements in resilience, service levels, and cost efficiency.

Expertise

Demand Driven / DDMRP
Inventory Management / S&OP
Operational Excellence (Lean / Six Sigma)
Throughput Finance
Change Management

Industry Experience

Pharmaceuticals and Chemicals
Medical Devices
Discreet Manufacturing
Packaged Goods

Career Highlights

Patrick brings over 20 years of experience in supply chain management and transformation, with a unique ability to integrate strategic thinking with frontline collaboration. His leadership has delivered lasting improvements for clients across Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia.
Notable roles include:

Founding Partner, AB Advisors (2022–Present)
Founding Partner, Patrick Rigoni LLC (2020–Present)
Founding Partner, SmartChain International LLP (2013–2020)

Strategic Planning Director, Mylan International (2009–2012)
Manager Strategic Capacity Planning, Johnson & Johnson (2006–2009)

Working Languages: English, German, French, Italian

Education: PhD in Molecular Biology – University of Freiburg

Demand Driven Planning Implementation

Patrick is a recognised leader in DDMRP and Demand Driven Operating Models (DDOM). He works closely with client teams to design and deploy solutions that improve planning visibility, reduce inventory, and enhance customer service—often achieving results within months, not years.

Strategic Supply Chain Design

Patrick specialises in redesigning planning processes and operating models to align with business priorities. His collaborative approach has helped multinational organisations navigate complexity, integrate planning across functions, and unlock significant ROI from supply chain transformations.

Example Projects

Project #1: Global DDMRP Rollout in Industrial Manufacturing

Patrick led a transformative DDMRP implementation for a global manufacturer of heat exchangers, tackling volatile demand and operational inefficiencies.

Challenges:

Fluctuating demand causing warehouse congestion and idle production
Static planning buffers failing to support dynamic market shifts
High capacity utilisation in printing and production lines leading to delays
Outdated TOC (Drum-Buffer-Rope) buffers not suited for high-mix operations

Outcomes:

Go-live achieved in just 3 months on pilot business line
Inventory levels significantly reduced while maintaining service
Positive impact on on-time delivery and customer satisfaction
Idle time due to material delays drastically reduced
Internal team enabled to scale solution independently post-pilot

“Patrick’s extensive DDMRP experience helped us to make the right choices in each phase of the project.”
Barbra Nesta, Procurement and Logistics Manager, VALMEX

Approach:
Patrick led the design and implementation of a Demand Driven Operating Model tailored to real-time variability. Working alongside planning and operations teams, he mapped flows, recalibrated buffer positions, and implemented a robust DDMRP solution integrated with supplier visibility. The pilot’s success enabled rapid internal rollout across other divisions without external support.

Project #2: Strategic Inventory Optimisation in Global Packaging

Patrick partnered with a major packaging manufacturer to align tactical planning with service performance and cost targets across multiple production sites.

Challenges:

Inconsistent customer service levels and urgent shipments impacting margins
Inefficient stock policies and excess safety stock
Disconnected tactical planning and on-site execution
Group supply chain strategy not translating effectively into operational results

Outcomes:

Immediate improvement in service levels through smarter stock positioning
Enhanced responsiveness across plants via integrated tactical planning
Adoption of innovative replenishment techniques tailored to demand patterns
Strong alignment between group-level planning and plant-level execution

Approach:
Patrick acted as integrator and catalyst, working hands-on with plant teams while aligning with the group supply chain organisation. By applying targeted inventory segmentation and tailored replenishment models, he bridged the gap between central strategy and local execution, delivering results visible in both customer KPIs and working capital metrics.