Sue Hobden

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Director at SUE HOBDEN CONSULTING LTD @ SUE HOBDEN CONSULTING LTD
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Haywards Heath, England, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
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Experienced Merchandising, Operations and Supply Chain Director, responsible for International Merchandising - retail and wholesale - and Supply Chain Planning and Logistics. Awarded MBA degree (Distinction) at the University of Sussex January 2018. Now undertaking Project Management Consultancy for IT business transformation projects; business analysis of user requirements to streamline business process and full PSR communication to stakeholders,

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SUE HOBDEN CONSULTING LTD

Sue Hobden Consulting Ltd

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Director at SUE HOBDEN CONSULTING LTD
united kingdom
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  • Sue Hobden Consulting Ltd
    Program Project Management Consultant
    Sue Hobden Consulting Ltd Oct 2016 - Present
    West Sussex, United Kingdom
    Project Management Consultant, offering change management, business analysis and process review within the Luxury Retail sector. Clients include Susanne Kaufmann Ltd, Diptyque Paris, Space NK US, Beautiful Tree China, Eve Lom, Kevyn Aucoin and University of Sussex. Experienced in managing the implementation of ERP business transformation projects internationally (Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central, Office 365, Power BI, Qlik), plus multiple projects for both B2B and B2C channels, Clientelling, HR, Retail Operations, Product Development and Merchandising. Acted as Data Protection Officer for GDPR compliance for both UK and US markets. Self-motivated communicator, who is highly skilled at Project Planning, Business Process efficiencies, team building and prioritising complex workloads.
  • University Of Sussex Business School
    Mba Student
    University Of Sussex Business School Sep 2016 - Aug 2017
    Brighton, United Kingdom
    Awarded Masters of Business Administration (MBA) degree with Distinction at the University of Sussex Business School. My dissertation was entitled "Understanding the Link Between Sustainability Strategy and Ethical Sourcing Practices" as a topic which specifically interested me, referencing the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The module I enjoyed the most was Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
  • Space Nk
    Supply Chain Director
    Space Nk Mar 2008 - Sep 2016
    London, United Kingdom
    Experienced Supply Chain Director, responsible for Omni-Channel Merchandising, Planning, Operations and Logistics in this 100-outlet Luxury Beauty Boutique. I led a talented and committed team through many business initiatives focused on delivering innovation and newness (wholesale and retail), inventory optimisation, enhanced budgeting and forecasting accuracy, and re-defined Store and eCommerce Profiling. In 2015-16, I was seconded as Business Lead to plan and successfully implement an upgraded, customised Microsoft Dynamics NAV ERP project across the UK and US businesses, delivered on time and on budget. An astute facilitator who uses her listening, analytical and communication skills, and personable team building approach to full benefit.
  • Lambert Howarth Group Plc
    Managing Director, M&S Division
    Lambert Howarth Group Plc Feb 2007 - Jan 2008
    London, United Kingdom
    My key responsibility as a PLC Director was to manage the Own Label Division at Lambert Howarth Group plc, whose primary customer was Marks & Spencer plc, in order to optimise sales, profit and return to shareholders. Lambert Howarth plc was a Top 10 supplier of Ladies and Mens Footwear, Slippers, Handbags, Jewellery, Sunglasses, Ladies Accessories, Ladies Casual Fashions and Homeware, sourcing from 75 suppliers internationally.
  • Lambert Howarth Group Plc
    Operations Director, Footwear
    Lambert Howarth Group Plc Sep 2000 - Jan 2007
    London, United Kingdom
    Key responsibilities focused on U.K. customer and global supplier relationship management, identifying strategic objectives to deliver profitable sales growth. My core accountability was identifying realistic sales opportunities, leading the wholesale merchandising procurement process and planning deliverables of a complex supply chain in Europe, India and the Far East, all with strict CSR ethical compliance. I also headed the Sales liaison team building strong ties with multiple customer groups within Marks & Spencer plc and our other customers.
  • Fast Forward Resources Plc
    Commercial Director, Accessories, Jewellery, Handbags & Homeware
    Fast Forward Resources Plc Mar 1998 - Aug 2000
    London, United Kingdom
    My primary responsibility was to establish a comprehensive customer-facing Merchandising and Supply Chain function, in a fast-paced, innovative Ladies Accessories wholesaler with multiple key U.K. fashion retailers, and specifically Marks & Spencer plc. In 1999, FFR plc was acquired by the Lambert Howarth Group plc.
  • Marks & Spencer Plc
    Merchandising Manager
    Marks & Spencer Plc Mar 1986 - Mar 1998
    London, United Kingdom
    My successful career in Retail Merchandising Management led me through the full gambit of Ladieswear and Lingerie departments, with responsibility for efficient procurement planning to optimise product availability in stores, thereby maximising profitable sales growth. I led the procurement planning process with the onshore and offshore supply base, analysed retail sales to identify and anticipate emerging sales trends and opportunities to maximise sales throughout the store chain. I sat on the Graduate Recruitment panel, participated in various Scrutinies, and was a lead participant in the Contract Management trial. The comprehensive CPD Management Training programme was invaluable.
  • The Parker Pen Company Limited
    Commercial Controller
    The Parker Pen Company Limited Oct 1977 - Mar 1986
    Newhaven And London, United Kingdom, And Zug, Switzerland
    I completed my career at The Parker Pen Company as Commercial Controller responsible for the commercial prioritisation of all European Distributor and Subsidiary forecasting and order planning. In addition I had sales and commercial responsibility for 6 European markets. Prior to this I was P.A. to the Global President and European Vice President based in Zug, Switzerland. Previously I helped develop the UK Duty Free Sales department, following my initial appointment as Secretary to the General Production Manager (subsequently Managing Director) in the main manufacturing facility.
  • Barclays Bank
    Secretary/Administrator
    Barclays Bank Jul 1976 - Oct 1977
    Eastbourne, United Kingdom
    I performed multiple secretarial and administration functions, acting as Branch Relief Secretarial Support to cover staff absence and holidays around East Sussex.

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Merchandising Retail Supply Chain Management Management Logistics Supply Chain Inventory Management Business Strategy Strategic Planning Sourcing Apparel Forecasting Product Development Fmcg Footwear P&l Management

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