Globally experienced Retailer and LeaderRecognised strength in Strategy ,Business Transformation,Customer Acquisition and Value Chain specialistI have over 30 years experience in Retail and Sourcing in Apparel, Home and Beauty across the UK, South Africa and Australia . I developed my skills initially in Buying and Merchandising at Woolworths South Africa and Marks and Spencer UK before shifting gear into Manufacturing and Sourcing in Europe and the Far East During this time I built a strong reputation in the industry as a leading integrated product development , cost engineering and speed to market practitioner.In 2005 I was offered the opportunity to leverage my experience and drive the transformation of the Woolworths South Africa Buying & Sourcing Value Chain as GM of Design, Sourcing & Technology delivering significant Profit improvement and revolutionising both lead times and the product development process.Following close involvement in International strategic initiatives for the group I was appointed MD Country Road in Feb 2016 driving brand transformation , customer acquisition and a market leading Omni channel and Digital platform.I am passionate about Innovation and Change , recognised as a Future thinker and known for treating others as I wish to be treated myself