Sherry Thompson Email and Phone Number
As an innovative Global Consumer Goods Executive, I bring extensive international business experience in product development and strategic vision implementation. My career is marked by the innovative development of global direct import private label programs, cultivating profitable partnerships with OEM manufacturers across diverse categories.I consistently lead and collaborate to achieve product quality, revenue growth, and ensuring cost competitiveness. I build and lead high-performing teams and introduce innovative products and technologies across omni-channel platforms.I excel in managing key strategic supplier relationships across various business verticals and multiple distribution channels. I achieve exceptional global sourcing and product development results in building brand strategies with major clients. I have created private label brands and developed brand positioning through proprietary assortments and pricing strategies. I have earned an industry-wide reputation for delivering beyond expectations and maintaining ethical business practices.Through my company Wild Orchid Candles I donate a percentage of my profits to support charitable organizations including Pace Center for Girls West Palm, Broward County Schools and Dress for Success.
Wild Orchid Candle Company, Llc
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Owner & Creative DirectorWild Orchid Candle Company, Llc Jan 2020 - Present
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Sr. Manager , Private BrandVeyer Aug 2021 - Mar 2024Boca Raton, Florida, United StatesOffice Depot split the Organization into four SubsidiariesIdentified opportunities for enhancement through comprehensive competitive analysisStrategically executed category expansion plans across Breakroom Essentials department, resulting in $45M incremental revenue over a 3-year period.Collaborated with stakeholders as part of Sustainability Taskforce to surpass the corporate reduction goal of 15% less plastic in private brand packaging across all categories, exceeding the 2023 target by 8%. -
Sr. Manager , Private BrandOffice Depot Jan 2017 - Aug 2021 -
Director, Global Sourcing & Product DevelopmentOffice Depot Jun 2015 - Jan 2017Boca Raton, FloridaStrategically developed and launched innovative product development projects across diverse business categories within the company's private brands portfolio. Executed a five-year plan to enhance private brand penetration, collaborating with stakeholders to meet financial KPIs and penetration goals. Trained and developed product managers in end-to-end sourcing process and effective collaboration with offshore suppliers, leveraging statistical insights, research trends, and competitive analysis for product development.
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Director Of New Business DevelopmentTiger Direct- Systemax Aug 2013 - Mar 2015Miami/Fort Lauderdale AreaDeveloped and implemented an aggressive strategy of building new businesses which were aligned with the company’s desired expansion goals. Leveraged global sourcing expertise to rapidly enhance product offerings beyond current tech assortments. Key responsibilities included, negotiating vendor agreements, pricing and executing marketing strategy for multi-channel promotional opportunities. Providing general account management support of ongoing business development programs including, vendor liaison and communication, timeline management, identification and timely response to all program scope changes. Managing and coaching team of New Business Development Managers and Merchants -
Divisional Merchandise ManagerTigerdirect- Systemax Mar 2013 - Jul 2013Miami/Fort Lauderdale AreaResponsible for overseeing, developing and championing the strategic direction of highly competitive categories within consumer electronics across omni- channel platforms. Developed and implemented long-range joint business plans with key strategic suppliers for complex and extremely price sensitive categories and departments. Developed online marketing strategies working collaboratively with vendor partners and internal cross functional teams.Developed, coached, recruited and mentored a skilled set of merchants -Generated traffic and sales to e-commerce, retail B2B and marketplace through creative and aggressive promotional and marketing campaigns with competitive pricing, best in class content and SEO. -Accountable for P & L, Marketing, Coop and financial forecasting for division -Developed new categories of business to enhance ancillary product selections. Negotiated vendor agreements and leveraged cross functional internal and external teams to implement effective marketing campaigns.
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Merchandising Vice President,Atico International , Usa, Inc. Jul 2002 - Jun 2012Fort Lauderdale, FlProactively recruited, trained, developed and managed creative staff of 25 (Divisional Merchandise Managers, Product Development Managers and support personnel) in four consumer goods divisions (Appliances, Electronics, Stationery and Confections). Led product development, sourcing, marketing and sales initiatives. Accountable for $350M in annual sales with strong P & L experience. Built relationships and fostered seamless alignment across departments globally, leveraging strong vendor partnerships, and optimizing supplier matrix for optimal efficiency. - Facilitated company’s entrance into a series of major digital products lines (Audio, Video, Imaging, Gaming, Computing, and Communication) generating 12% growth in profitability. -
Divisional Merchandise ManagerAtico International 2000 - 2002Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United StatesSupervised, mentored, and developed staff of 26 Product Managers, Product Assistant Managers and support personnel across four divisions. Led analysis and forecasting of market trends by category. Developed strategy and determined allocation of resources for all marketing plans and activities, including international and domestic tradeshows and sales collateral.-Generated $225 million in annual sales for Stationery, Electronics, Consumables, Automotive, Hardware, Electrical and Luggage with major accounts by establishing long-term relationships with buyers from Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, Target and Walmart on numerous sourcing trips.-Conceptualized and coordinated the development of private and control label programs for various Drug Chains, Distributors and Wholesalers. -Developed and implemented tools, reports, and systems to measure and manage vendor performance. Ensured quality assurance standards were meet by evaluating suppliers performance against industry established Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
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Product Development ManagerAtico International 1996 - 2000Managed product development projects from ideation to completion of a saleable product, assuring compliance with regulations, quality standards, proper labeling, packaging design, and intellectual property requirements. Identified emerging trends for color, fashion, features and technology. Planned and executed competitive analysis. Collected and interpreted market data, integrated it into product design for unique proprietary products and programs -Established quality assurance standards that met customer’s specific objectives-Conducted Factory Audits including monitoring of raw materials and production)-Implemented production and post production Inspections; scheduled third party product testing
Sherry Thompson Education Details
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Bachelor Of Science (B.S.)
Frequently Asked Questions about Sherry Thompson
What company does Sherry Thompson work for?
Sherry Thompson works for Wild Orchid Candle Company, Llc
What is Sherry Thompson's role at the current company?
Sherry Thompson's current role is Sr. Director | Director | Sr.Manager | Innovative Product Development | Strategic Global Sourcing | Executive Board Member |Entrepreneur | Owner & Creative Director of Wild Orchid Candle Co..
What schools did Sherry Thompson attend?
Sherry Thompson attended University Of Wisconsin-Madison.
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