Simply Consulting, Simply is a unique, independent consultancy that delivers impact through simplification, outcomes and empowering people.We providing thought leadership, expertise and outstanding delivery in Product Information Management, Product Data and PXM. We are responsible for a range of transformational Product Information projects and programmes with renowned B2B manufacturing and distribution clients around the world with a specific focus on driving high quality product… Show more Simply Consulting, Simply is a unique, independent consultancy that delivers impact through simplification, outcomes and empowering people.We providing thought leadership, expertise and outstanding delivery in Product Information Management, Product Data and PXM. We are responsible for a range of transformational Product Information projects and programmes with renowned B2B manufacturing and distribution clients around the world with a specific focus on driving high quality product information, content and digital assets at pace and scale, cost effectively for maximum customer impact.Our projects and programmes range from full scale product information strategy to practical preparation for platform upgrades to the creation of product information functions and providing training, people development and culture change programmes.In addition to the specific projects and programmes we have designed and led we have also advised a great many more organisations informally and spoken at industry conferences such as B2B Online, we are proud that we continue to have fantastic relationships with many of the teams we have worked with so far.Calling on many years experience working with and in complex, global businesses we also offer complementary specialisms in strategic transformation, programme & project management, operational excellence, e-commerce excellence, organisational change and culture change.We offer engagements that are uniquely tailored to you. Focused on simplification, empowerment and practical, attainable outcomes leveraging industry best practice and latest thinking and capabilities.We also carry academic and professional credentials in Business & Finance, Supply Chain & Logistics Management, Project Management and Negotiation Skills. Show less

Having spent many years working in a corporate environment I decided I also wanted to also be involved in something that focused on giving back to to society - A project I could explain to my children and make them proud of me.givetoview.com was a fabulous idea to help charities boost their fundraising efforts in a digital, safe and fun way leveraging video and peoples ever expanding social networks.I spent my time driving awareness amongst charities and fundraisers in an effort… Show more Having spent many years working in a corporate environment I decided I also wanted to also be involved in something that focused on giving back to to society - A project I could explain to my children and make them proud of me.givetoview.com was a fabulous idea to help charities boost their fundraising efforts in a digital, safe and fun way leveraging video and peoples ever expanding social networks.I spent my time driving awareness amongst charities and fundraisers in an effort to turn this brilliant idea into an established fundraising mechanism available to all. Over time fundraising approaches evolved and we were somewhat swallowed up by the large fundraising mechanisms such as just giving however we learnt a phenomenal amount and enriched the lives of lots of people through our existence and efforts and I am very proud of that. Show less

As global head of content at RS Components I was responsible for the ERP system data, product information, product content and digital assets, all of the associated technology and processes, and also creating the product content / product information strategy. I was responsible for bringing together existing, but disparate teams from around the organisation and creating one high performing team in a new function, this included designing the team structure and building the leadership team. I… Show more As global head of content at RS Components I was responsible for the ERP system data, product information, product content and digital assets, all of the associated technology and processes, and also creating the product content / product information strategy. I was responsible for bringing together existing, but disparate teams from around the organisation and creating one high performing team in a new function, this included designing the team structure and building the leadership team. I also led the transformation of the team from being print focused to primarily digital, becoming a true customer first, digitally focused organisation. In the role we delivered the product information that facilitated a turnaround in online growth including double digits in multiple years. We enabled a 3x expansion of the product assortment whilst improving customer satisfaction with product information online and significantly improved engagement within the team.During that time product information and the broader team become recognised as a commercial specialism able to drive the ambitions of the business and they were recognised for their work externally.During my time leading the team we also aligned product information, data and content processes across international businesses, successfully upgraded our PIM, streamlined many of our operational processes and added smarter technology solutions. Show less

I spearheaded E2E functional and financial responsibility for multi-year, multi-geography, and multi-discipline change functions with consistent on-time, on-budget delivery. I also routinely exceeded benefits expectations and created the offer design, go-to market strategy, and service infrastructure. I gained valuable experience working in the US, Asia-Pacific, and Europe whilst leading change, advising executive teams, and leading business units.Some achievements in this role… Show more I spearheaded E2E functional and financial responsibility for multi-year, multi-geography, and multi-discipline change functions with consistent on-time, on-budget delivery. I also routinely exceeded benefits expectations and created the offer design, go-to market strategy, and service infrastructure. I gained valuable experience working in the US, Asia-Pacific, and Europe whilst leading change, advising executive teams, and leading business units.Some achievements in this role included:Leading a 10x expansion of product offering at a large B2B online distributor resulting in £65M revenue and increase in online channel share sales.Growing market share and return to growth for the Asia-Pacific region with new "Customer First" value proposition and associated capabilities and behaviours.Successfully delivering global strategic change programmes for large, complex organisations.Designing and launching new market offering enabling significant growth in a low-volume distribution market. Responsible for £12M incremental revenue from year one, delivered globally in 12 months and driving commercial growth for years. Show less

As Head of Supply Chain, I directed the Regional Supply Chain including customer service, fulfilment, return on stock, and network design. I transformed customer satisfaction and profitability of the £80m pan-European region and led multiple change management programmes and large-scale organisational efficiency improvements. I also created a supply chain function including people, processes and systems at our US business, Allied Electronics.Key accomplishments… Show more As Head of Supply Chain, I directed the Regional Supply Chain including customer service, fulfilment, return on stock, and network design. I transformed customer satisfaction and profitability of the £80m pan-European region and led multiple change management programmes and large-scale organisational efficiency improvements. I also created a supply chain function including people, processes and systems at our US business, Allied Electronics.Key accomplishments included:Redesigning the logistics network across Europe to improve cost saving and fulfilment times and reliability. Directing enhanced delivery tracking for customers, resulting in improved internal customer service efficiency.Creating and leading effective product, purchasing, and supply chain teams in the US. Show less

Leading a number of Supply Chain and Business Performance projects including cost reductions, systems implementations in Europe and Asia, customer service improvements, sales and profit recovery, ERP implementations, training and business process re-engineering.