FMCG SUPPLY CHAIN LEADERSHIP: MAJOR BRANDS / MULTIPLE RETAILERSA highly accomplished, forward-thinking and results-orientated Senior Manager with a proven record of leading the strategy, growth and performance of complex FMCG supply chains for major FMCG brands and food / multiple retailers. Developed considerable consultancy, leadership and commercial expertise to create high performing supply chain solutions to maximise opportunities.FMCG STRATEGY & LEADERSHIP: Experience of leading UK nationwide distribution functions and large-scale operations for ASDA (George Clothing & General Merchandise), reinforced by strong consultancy expertise in developing fully-integrated supply chain models and defining robust strategies for creating multi-modal transport hubs and new start-up initiatives. Includes leading teams of up to 2,500 people and having full P&L responsibility (£multi-million).COMMERCIAL LEADERSHIP: Providing essential commercial leadership, business development and sales growth strategies to drive performance, maximise revenues and ensure cost-effective supply chain operations. Includes creating new opportunities (value added propositions), influencing key decision-makers and fully negotiating contracts to win business from major multiple retailers (Tesco, Sainsbury’s) and FMCG brand owners (HJ Heinz, St Ivel, Britvic, GSK). OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Optimising performance by establishing best practice models to meet British Retail Consortium (BRC) standards, transforming operations by adapting business models, driving continuous improvement plans and troubleshooting problems. Includes leading strategic projects, analysing KPI metrics, managing operational risk, streamlining processes, cost controls and having a long-term vision to deliver change, adopt latest technology and match a changing operating environment. CAREER DEVELOPMENT- Executive Leadership & Development Programmes- Member, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)Specialties: FMCG Commercial Management & DevelopmentFMCG Operations, Supply Chain & Logisitics ExpertiseFood Industry Supply Chain (Multiple Retailers & Major Brands)Operational Excellence & Complex Multi-Modal Transport ModelsSupply Chain Contract Management (Multiple Brands & Locations)Business Cases - Preparation, Strategy & PresentationFinancial & Team Leadership; Strategic ProjectsProcess Improvement; Change & TransformationConsultancy & Troubleshooting Expertise - Global Shipping Solutions