Yvonne Ling

b.box for Kids is an Australian FMCG company specializing in functional baby and toddler products, operating globally. The company has experienced significant growth since 2007. The key responsibilities of the role include overseeing end-to-end supply chain operations, managing a global team, optimizing logistics networks, and leading inventory and procurement strategies for 2,000+ SKUs. Additionally, the role involves forecasting, warehouse oversight, compliance, and cost management. Key achievements include revenue substantial growth, improved operational efficiency, inventory expansion, and successful ERP system implementation. The role also involved driving strategic sourcing, supplier management, and ensuring alignment through the Sales & Operations Planning process.

- Successfully oversee the SAP data implementation within the business. - Achieving the management of aged terminal inventory, lowering the aged inventory from 17.4% to 9.5% within a 6-month turnaround. - Creating and implementing strategic OTB plans across Oceania markets, driving revenue and continuous business growth.

- Achieved KPI financial targets within 6 months of commencement. - Achieving all key financial targets: Sales Revenue, Gross Profit Margin, Aged Stock, across 9 portfolios grossing an annual revenue of $43 million AUD.

Oversee brand performance across all aspects including product ranging, sales profit/revenue, inventory and customer demand. Liaise with Sales & Marketing team to work through the analysis to ensure maximizing of profits and business growth.

Managed 5 portfolio brands including CK Men’s & Women’s Underwear, Nancy Ganz and Spanx, ensuring the success of these categories across the Australia and New Zealand markets through Wholesale and Retail channels.