Greg King

Experience

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  Sherwood International Ltd.

  Jan 2000 - Sept 2002

  Junior Medical Buyer

  Junior Medical Buyer for Sherwood International (Global Projects Bellgo Medical Division) (Holding company - DNA Supply Chain Investments)

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  Sherwood International

  Sept 2002 - Jul 2003

  Junior Buyer - Ashanti Goldfields Mining Equipment & Consumables

  Junior Buyer - Mining Equipment & Consumables for the Ashanti Goldfields Contract with Sherwood International. (Holding company - DNA Supply Chain Investments)

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  Blissed & Twisted Ltd

  Apr 2004 - Aug 2013

  Event Manager (Co-owner)

  Co-owner of Blissed & Twisted Ltd. Managing & hosting events under the label 'Comfortably Numbed'.

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  Clinton Cards Plc

  Jun 2004 - Mar 2007

  Seasonal Analyst

  Seasonal Analyst / Planner

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  Inigo Bar

  Mar 2006 - Jan 2010

  DJ/ Promoter

  DJ/ Promoter residency at Inigo Bar

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  QVC UK

  Mar 2007 - Apr 2021

  Key Achievements:Assigned as a Core lead project team member representing merchandising functions on the SAP S4 Hana Global Solution Upgrade Project through Design, Explore, Test and Deploy.Worked with BCG (Boston Consulting Group) on a new pricing optimization project and successfully trialed Article Segmentation as part of the pricing initiative.Led the enhancement project of the Source History Product Review application to track real time and historical sales data by Item and Sku.Worked with PWC on the Merch requirements for a System Upgrade Project, seeking diverse perspectives on the use cases and capabilities for a common global solution. Defining the pricing needs by market and exploration of price optimization.Managed the promotions work stream to document capabilities by market and prioritize pricing and promotion needs for new systems to aid optimization and compete in future.Refined the SOX Compliance Access checks with I.T. for the pricing system.Initiated a new inventory review report to improve item lifecycle inventory management and provide visibility of Critical Actions.Supported the change management and training of the new OTB initiative for the Commercial teams which led to delivering more sales for the year with 12% less inventory.Delivered the change management of the new Campaign Strategy Planning for the Merchandising, Planning & Sales Strategy teams with inputs from the Social Media, Performance Marketing and External PR teams.Responsibility Summary:Identify & support the shaping and development of new initiatives, existing systems and processes that are used by the Planning, Merchandising, Supply Chain function. Identify the training and support needed to roll out systems and new best practice and work with the appropriate teams to deliver this to the relevant merchandising groups. Working closely with merchandise leaders within the UK and global markets as required to align and deliver international best practice. Show less Head of Planning and Programming at QVC FrancePrinciple Accountabilities:Manage, develop & inspire a team of Planners implementing the philosophy and principles of planning. Maximise sales, net profit and manage inventory to deliver budgeted targets in line with Merchandising and Business strategy.Reporting to the Merchandising Director and working closely with the Commerce Directors to strategically plan and maximise short term airtime and longer term brand strategies, identifying and executing key brands, items and other promotional opportunities.Principle accountabilities include: Staff Management, Sales, Airtime and Stock Management, Broadcast, Digital & Multi Channel Communication, Stock & Airtime Reporting & Communication Show less Lead Planner for Fashion Apparel & Footwear at QVC - The Shopping Channel, London.Principle AccountabilitiesManage, develop & inspire a team of Planners implementing the philosophy and principles of planning. Maximise sales, net profit and manage inventory to deliver budgeted targets in line with Merchandising and Business strategy.Reporting to the Merchandising Director and working closely with the Commerce Directors to strategically plan and maximise short term airtime and longer term brand strategies, identifying and executing key brands, items and other promotional opportunities.Staff Management, Sales, Airtime and Stock Management, Broadcast, Digital & Multi Channel Communication, Stock & Airtime Reporting & CommunicationAchievementsSuccessfully achieved the Apparel 2017 Sales Budget +8% with record sales and net Margin. My team contributed to achieving record results for the Apparel Category with significant Steps taken to drive unique offers for Digital and Multi-Channel platforms. Achieved record success campaigns with QVC’s main corporate Charities involving all platforms to achieve the goals. Show less Lead Planner for Home Style & Home Innovations at QVC - The Shopping Channel, London.AchievementsTrained and supported the development of multiple team members who were recognised for their contributions and promoted in their own right.Facilitated and championed the rollout and training of a new Java based item master system for pricing and sku set-up which was a year long project and used today in multiple QVC makets.Developed new ways of working to improve certain processes in the generic show preparation work flow which had a positive impact on the wider team.Principle ObjectivesMaximise sales, net profit and manage inventory to deliver budgeted targets in line with department strategy.Manage, develop & inspire a team of Planners implementing the philosophy and principles of planning.Working collaboratively with Senior Buyers to strategically plan and maximise short term airtime and longer term brand strategies, identifying and executing key items and other promotional opportunities.Authorisation of pricing and reorders.Providing support and coaching to PlannersManage Airtime, Reorders, Inventory Management, Reporting and communication with Digital and Broadcasting teams. 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  • Planning Project Lead

    Apr 2019 - Apr 2021

  • Head of Planning and Programming

    Apr 2018 - Nov 2019

  • Lead / Senior Planner - Fashion Apparel & Footwear

    Sept 2016 - Mar 2018

  • Lead Planner - Jewellery

    Oct 2014 - Sept 2016

  • Lead Planner - Fashion

    Jul 2014 - Oct 2014

  • Senior Planner - Fashion & Jewellery

    Jun 2013 - Jul 2014

  • Lead Planner - Homestyle & Home Innovations

    Apr 2012 - Jun 2013

  • Merchandiser / Planner for Home Innovations

    Mar 2007 - Apr 2012
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  QVC Japan

  Apr 2021 - now

  Principle Accountabilities:Lead, develop & inspire a team of Planners, Category Managers and Programmers implementing the philosophy and principles of sales activity planning. Maximise sales, productivity, net profit and manage inventory health to deliver budgeted targets in line with Merchandising and Business strategy.Reporting to the VP of Merchandising and working closely with the Commerce Directors and Senior Management Team to strategically plan and maximise short term airtime and longer term brand strategies, identifying and executing key brands, products, events and other promotional activity opportunities.Leader of Leaders Staff Management, Sales, Margin, Airtime and Stock Management, Broadcast, Digital & Multi Channel Communication, and Qi Project Support. Show less Principle Accountabilities:Manage, develop & inspire a team of Planners implementing the philosophy and principles of planning. Maximise sales, net profit and manage inventory to deliver budgeted targets in line with Merchandising and Business strategy.Reporting to the Merchandising Director and working closely with the Commerce Directors to strategically plan and maximise short term airtime and longer term brand strategies, identifying and executing key brands, items, events and other promotional opportunities.Leader of Leaders Staff Management, Sales, Airtime and Stock Management, Broadcast, Digital & Multi Channel Communication, and Qi Project Support. Show less

  • Director of Planning & Programming

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Head of Planning

    Apr 2021 - Sept 2023