Julia Chandler

Axis Catalyst partners with growth-stage consumer, wellness, and adjacent businesses to build scalable planning and operating infrastructure across supply chain, operations, finance, and cross-functional execution. With 20+ years of executive leadership across global beauty, fashion, and wellness industries, I step into high-growth, ambiguous environments to design structure, discipline, and momentum, translating complexity into measurable performance. Core focus areas: Operating Model Design & Systems Architecture Building scalable infrastructure across supply chain, planning, sourcing, ERP, and governance frameworks that enable disciplined growth. End-to-End Supply Chain & S&OP Establishing forecasting rigor, inventory strategy, supplier governance, and integrated business planning that turn reactive operations into predictable execution. Margin & Cost Architecture Improving unit economics, COGS discipline, SKU rationalization, and working capital control under real growth constraints. Organizational & Team Scaling Designing high-performance teams, clarifying decision rights, and aligning operations, finance, marketing, and product around shared outcomes. Technology-Enabled Planning & Visibility Build practical planning tools, reporting dashboards, forecasting models, and AI-supported systems that improve scenario planning, decision visibility, and execution across operating teams. AI-Enabled Organizational & Execution Systems Founder and builder of AI-supported performance frameworks that translate communication dynamics and behavioral patterns into structured execution guidance. Develop and refine the system directly through vibe-coding, converting qualitative and quantitative signals into real-time clarity for leaders and teams. The work is grounded in implementation: building the systems, processes, and team rhythms that help companies scale without adding unnecessary bureaucracy.

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Advisor to clients seeking expertise in operational efficiency, supply chain strategy, planning, consumer products, process improvement, and growth-stage operating models.

Spearheading the transformation of supply chain operations, I led a team of 6, overseeing end-to-end functions including demand forecasting, inventory optimization, S&OP, manufacturing and production planning, 3PL, distribution & logistics, purchasing, sourcing, project management, quality, customer service, and retail ops. My leadership was crucial in controlling COGS and managing operational P&L to boost gross margin and reduce liability. 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Implemented sustainable processes and metrics-based management, revamping team structure • Increased gross margin by 1,000 basis points within the first six months through vendor negotiations, cost restructuring, sourcing discipline, and pricing alignment. • Led a full-scale product re-sourcing initiative across the portfolio, building a long-term sourcing/vendor strategy, implementing supplier scorecards and QBRs, improving gross margin by 4% • Renegotiated 3PL contract, achieving 18% freight savings and improving fulfillment execution. • Optimized outbound shipping cost and reduced chargebacks by ~25% through strategic shipping changes • Improved inventory turn from 1.5 to 3.2 through innovative and robust planning processes that support day-to-day execution (S&OE) and long-term strategic planning (IBP) • Led cross-functional new product development and commercialization, strengthening stage-gate discipline, launch readiness, timeline adherence, cost control, and operational execution. • Delivered quarterly presentations to Board of Directors, showcasing KPIs, cost reduction and strategic initiatives

Executive leadership across Strategic Global Operations Planning Teams for 9+ High Growth startup consumer brands: inclusive of demand planning/forecasting, S&OP, supply chain/production planning, inventory management, manufacturing operations, purchasing, project management/sourcing and business analytics. I was brought into Amyris to build and scale the end-to-end supply chain infrastructure to support multiple skincare, beauty, cosmetics, and haircare brands. As Director, I grew our department from 2 to 27 members, implemented cross-functional processes and KPIs, and managed revenue and OpEx planning, forecasting, reconciliation, and reporting. 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Scaled operations for Biossance, achieving 300X growth over four years, while simultaneously expanding scope across nine brands, contributing to 7X company-wide growth from 2019 to 2021. • Launched 5 consumer brands and integrated 4 acquired brands into a shared operating platform. • Supported 600+ SKUs, 17+ CMOs, and 75+ global retailers while helping grow the portfolio to $300M in annual revenue. • Drove revenue growth for Biossance with a 213% CAGR over 4 years, and 268% CAGR over 3 years for Pipette through strategic planning models • Led operational aspects of ERP system implementation of Netsuite to enhance efficiency and scalability • Orchestrated operational execution of global product launches from concept through commercialization, aligning demand planning, supply planning, sourcing, production, cost targets, inventory strategy, and launch timelines • Managed revenue reporting for C-suite, advised retail partners, and led S&OP alignment meetings • Generated record revenue by producing 500K+ hand sanitizers monthly amid supply challenges during the pandemic

Executive leadership across global operations, supply chain, demand planning, S&OP, production, contract manufacturing, merchandise planning, business analytics and procurement operations. 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Engineered the strategic planning models to inform growth roadmaps by channel, significantly contributing to a CAGR of 213% over 4 years for Biossance, and a CAGR of 268% over 3 years for Pipette, through prioritizing brand growth in channels that maximize revenue and profitability. • Proactively solve supply challenges created by international and domestic sourcing and product growth surpassing forecasts, to exceed customer requirements for on time shipping, leading to high customer satisfaction and additional growth opportunities.

I developed scalable international infrastructure and led the global operations, supply chain, demand planning, S&OP, procurement, logistics and 3PL fulfillment operations of FDA medical devices and skincare products across multiple distribution channels (wholesale, E-commerce, and consignment). Inclusive of 3 markets (North America, EMEA, and APAC), and 5 country locations (UK, South Korea, Japan, Canada, US). My role involved overseeing manufacturing across Asia and implementing strategic initiatives to optimize supply chain efficiency and streamline inventory management. 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Implemented a global demand planning tool and S&OP process eliminating back orders and increasing forecast accuracy from 40% to 93% and reduced WOS by 90% within 90 days. • Reduced COGS by 15% and improved cash flow through stronger demand planning, supply planning, and production alignment. • Managed global operations across Asia and Europe, overseeing manufacturing in Thailand and China • Built a 5-person operations team in Japan and transitioned distribution from South Korea • Managed inventory across global 3PLs and consignment locations with country-specific regulatory requirements. • Implemented and led the monthly S&OP meeting, and product launch strategies with Executives • Established KPI metrics and goals to measure manufacturing, procurement, planning, and logistics performance. • Led operational aspects of ERP system upgrades for Microsoft Dynamics AX

Led global operations, supply chain planning, demand planning, procurement, logistics, fulfillment, and inventory execution across international markets. Built planning tools, improved supply visibility, supported product launch execution, and strengthened coordination across manufacturing, logistics, and commercial teams.

Progressing from Planning Manager of competitive swim to Director of Planning and Merchandising within 7 months, I Ied a team of 24 across multiple divisions and categories to manage 1,300 vendors and 90,000 SKUs 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Developed enterprise replenishment system, increasing inventory availability by 9% and 20% reduction of liability • Implemented Open to Buy process, boosting turns by 22.5%, sales by 23.5%, and GMROI by 12% while limiting receipt growth to 5% • Reduced excess and obsolete inventory by over 50%, saving $1.2M compared to previous year • Led strategic planning and merchandising initiatives for BF/CM, resulting in 47.5% net sales growth and 9.5% margin improvement YOY • Implemented strategic pricing and inventory management that boosted GM 5% and optimized merchandising to improve turn and GMROI within one year.

Managed planning for the highest-profile business segment, representing approximately 60% of company revenue across competitive swim, water aerobics, water polo, dive, lifeguard, and dropship categories. 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Developed planning strategies for Global Sourcing team and managed the ongoing process and forecasting measures to maximize our opportunities for our private label division. This improved turn with an increase of 35% in just 6 months. • Initiated multiple merchandising and cart functionality to the multiple sites we operate that generated incremental sales growth

As Inventory Planner, I focused on enhancing inventory management processes for this home décor and garden importer. My role involved developing forecasting tools and implementing strategies to optimize inventory levels and reduce obsolescence, as well as managing vendors and scheduling container shipments to maximize efficiency and minimize costs. 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: • Developed forecasting tools achieving 95% accuracy • Improved in-stock levels from 78% to 98% • Reduced obsolete inventory by 90% within the first year • Managed vendor communication and container shipment planning to support global inventory flow.

Supported retail planning, inventory management, assortment analysis, and sales performance for a premium home furnishings retailer.

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