Qualified Chartered Management Accountant with almost 20 years PQE. I joined B&Q in 2013 and after several years working in the Commercial Finance team I decided to take my career down a different path. I took a huge leap-of-faith and joined the Commercial team as an Assistant Merchandiser (Market Planner as it was previously called). Initially in kitchen appliances and then two years later moved to kitchen cabinetry.So grateful to B&Q for allowing me this opportunity. It was definitely the best career decision I’ve made. I get close to the cut and thrust of a busy retail environment and am able to positively influence the category direction.Recently I have been promoted to the role of Merchandiser within the Decor and Lighting category. I start this new chapter of my career in June.