Retailer by trade, Scientist by training, I apply research, analysis and experience to help retailers solve purchasing, procurement and product strategy problems.I am passionate Senior Category Manager with 20+ years experience in food retail and possess a comprehensive knowledge of the FMCG industry as well as strong interpersonal skills.Through my career I have been leading a wide variety of projects ranging from creating SOPs to complex company wide multi-millions £ joint sourcing projects as well as (label specification overall, Marine Stewardship Council country representative, Animal Welfare Lead for the UK region).I have also been leading a wide variety of projects (NPD, Private Label Sourcing, direct import, core range creation and implementation, Planogram Strategy, Contract Negotiation, etc) as well as stakeholders. Over the years, I dealt with a wide range of suppliers from Local Entrepreneurs mixing spices in their garage to large multinationals and always forged strong win-win relationships that benefited both parties.During my career I have always been mentoring a lot of my colleagues and always embraced collaborative work.Enthusiastic, creative and analytic, I am hands-on, hard-working and I enjoy what I do!