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• Responsible for global supply chain operations for all the Havenly Brands, including a network of 7 fulfillment & distribution centers, home delivery, sourcing, customer operations, and quality assurance.• Implementation of strategic initiatives to optimize supply chain efficiency and drive cost savings.• Leading cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance collaboration across departments.

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Fort Worth, Texas, Us

Establised a world class sourcing team to procure $1bn in imported goods, while re-engineering the value chain to create increased customer value. Rationalised and strengthen the Distribution network to support fast and successful growth in Ecommerce, meeting customer demand during the recent pandemic.

Chicago, Il, Us

President of the Home business for Sears, Kmart and Shop Your Way. Full P&L responsibility for $2.5bn of revenue, covering Home Fashions, Mattresses, Furniture, Outdoor Living & Seasonal, both store and on-line businesses. 8 direct reports including 4 VP's responsible for Buying, Marketing, Merchandising, On-line, Finance, Strategy and Design Development, managing a BU team of 150 associates. Reporting directly to the Sears Home Board.

Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, Gb

Recruited to the Tesco China Board to develop and deliver the Commercial Strategy for Non Food Tesco China, including Home, Hardlines, Electronics and Apparel. I led a team of 300 people across all regions with direct reports responsible for Sourcing, Merchandising, Own Brand Development, Promotional and Stock Planning. Other responsibilities included Commercial Admin and Capability Training for both Food and Non Food Commercial. In June 2014 given additional responsibility for Commercial business development of a new multi-channel format for the Asia region reporting into Asia Regional Office.

Bentonville, Arkansas, Us

I was recruited to develop and execute a new Merchandising strategy for Walmart India, while ensuring retail best practices were put in place. I led a Team of over 300 associates delivering a turnover of $500m, responsible for Buying, Supplier Development, Retail Planning, Replenishment, Private Brand, Direct Imports, Store Layouts and Item Master-data. In the space of 2 years we supported the successful opening of 65 Supermarkets and 10 Hypermarkets across 5 Regions, both formats delivering double digit LFL growth and exceeding the sales plan in 2011.

Duesseldorf, De

In 2007 I was appointed as a Board Member to the Metro Cash & Carry Vietnam, leading a Team of 79 staff delivering a turnover of $530m. In recognition of my strong Food & Non Food retail capabilities, I was appointed the first Offer Management Director in an Emerging Market. During the 3 years I delivered the highest level of sales and profit growth in the Group, in part through reorganization of the Merchandising structure, improving collaboration with Suppliers and increasing the share of Exclusive Product & Own Brand. As a Board Member, I introduced a framework of cross functional teams that led to more efficient internal business processes and higher productivity. I also spearheaded the development of the New Eco Store Format for Wholesale Stores.

London, Gb

Selected by Kingfisher to lead Global Private Label & Exclusive Brand Development for categories producing 25% of Group turnover & profit (Bathrooms, Kitchen, Furniture, Flooring, Ceramics, Shelving, Storage, Heating & Cooling, and Appliances). Formulated Global Category Business Plans and KPI's. Delivered Global synergies across Private Label through product development and best practice. Realized higher margins through increased share of Exclusive Product & Own Brand. Worked with Suppliers & 3rd Party Designers to introduce more innovation into the value chain.

Oxford, England, Gb

Mba, Business

Integral Leadership Program

Executive Course, Mobilizing People

Retail Consortium Summer School

Cam

Retail Strategy