Jennifer Mignonne de Waal

Jennifer has a strong background in industrial engineering and a deep commitment to food sustainability and waste management. She obtained her master’s degree from Stellenbosch University in an industry funded project for the South African forestry giants Mondi, Sappi and York Timbers. The project gave her a strong foundation in supply chain simulation modelling and optimisation. Her experience as a consultant for prominent companies in the food and beverage industry, such as Heineken and Nedan Oils, underscores her ability to apply her expertise in practical, industry-specific contexts. Currently, she holds a doctoral position at Lund University, in the Division of Engineering Logistics at LTH. Her research focusses on the role of governance mechanisms, such as contracts and incentives, in contributing to (or mitigating) food waste at the manufacturer-retailer interface. Her research incorporates both circular economy and industry 5.0 themes. Furthermore, she works as course assistant and teaches in the course Sustainable and Circular Supply Chains (MTTN90) at LTH.