Dean Austin

• Spearheaded the transformation and acquisition of Bambis Pty Ltd, A wholesale and retail enterprise, that includes iconic Australian homewares brands, Salt&Pepper, Home Design and Pottr. • Developed a five-year business strategy to implement an aggressive turnaround plan, endorsed by ownership and board. • Achieved a 33% SKU reduction, improving merchandise productivity and inventory health through significant core range growth, reduction in aged inventory and improved sourcing outcomes • Led the strategic exit of 85 wholesale partners, optimizing the wholesale sales channels for profitability and the rapid expansion of the Salt&Pepper retail store network. • Led the end-to-end preparation and execution of a 7-month merger and acquisition process, including commercial due diligence and in-market negotiations for the acquisition of the Bambis Pty Ltd Company.

• Led merchandise strategy and performance for a $1.5B portfolio across Menswear, Kidswear, Homewares, and Entertainment Diverse merchandise offering including concessions, national brands and leadership of a 18 private brand portfolio +$500m in revenue. • Developed and implemented a three-year plan per category, grounded in data-led customer, market, and category reviews; alignment with suppliers and internal teams was underpinned by milestone-driven capital investment. • Delivered consecutive years of comp sales growth and drove $330M in additional revenue through focused range rationalisation, supplier partnerships, and structural recalibration — underpinned by clear objectives, elevated sourcing, and the revitalisation of exclusive brands with a focus on sustainability and innovation. • Conceived and executed ‘The Movement’ at Myer — a unifying brand strategy for the sports and leisure categories to go to market. • Recognised as Myer’s Most Inspirational Person of 2021 in recognition of leadership excellence, influence, contribution to organisational culture and results