Webinar: Collaborative evolution: Next-generation strategies for retailer-supplier supply chain planning by Inside Retail

Collaborative evolution: Next-generation strategies for retailer-supplier supply chain planning

About

With supply chains growing increasingly intricate and interwoven, the imperative for collaboration between retailers and suppliers has never been more pronounced.

Collaborative evolution signifies a transformative approach to supply chain planning, propelled by the adoption of advanced technologies and the embrace of agile methodologies. Our webinar will delve into optimising inventory levels, enhancing delivery performance, and boosting supply chain visibility.

Through fostering collaboration among retailers, CPGs, and suppliers, stakeholders aim to achieve improved forecast accuracy and planning.

Agenda

Discover the latest trends, challenges, and best practices in supply chain and retail planning
Listen to real-life supplier collaboration examples from industry experts
Explore how technology can empower and improve supplier/retailer collaboration
Foster win-win scenarios throughout the supply chain for better availability

Presenters

Dimitrios Bairaktaris PhD

Managing Director, Mulberry Group IO

Dr. Dimitrios Bairaktaris, with 25 years of extensive experience, brings profound expertise in supply chain management. Having served as the former IT General Manager at Coles Supermarkets and currently holding the position of Managing Director at Mulberry Group IO, Dimitrios is dedicated to revolutionising supply chain strategies through innovative technologies and collaborative approaches.

Widely recognised for his strategic and organisational leadership as a C-level partner in leading Asia Pacific and international enterprises, Dimitrios excels in fostering collaborations between technology innovators and forward-thinking companies. Dimitrios has spearheaded significant digital transformation initiatives within prominent retailers, FMCGs, and supply chain services organisations. With a Doctorate degree in Artificial Intelligence, he consistently applies his expertise to devise pragmatic solutions for complex business challenges through the strategic application of technology.

David Bissett

Partner, Argon & Co., ex-Coles

David Bissett is a Partner at Argon & Co ANZ, leading the Sydney and Brisbane offices. With over 20 years of experience in supply chain and retail operations, David has a robust background in both industry and consulting. He has successfully spearheaded numerous transformation programs across various functions within large and emerging retail companies. His expertise spans strategy, planning, operations development and transformation, technology delivery, and digital and omni-channel execution.

Previously, David held the position of Retail Executive with ASX200 C-level experience, where he managed responsibilities in COO P&L, customer experience, supply chain, IT, digital initiatives, and expansion within retail, services, and wholesale channels.

Fredrik Avellén

Director of Sales - ANZ Consumer Packaged Goods & Manufacturing (CPG & MFG), Relex Solutions

Fredrik Avellén serves as the Director of Sales for the Relex Consumer Goods & Production division across ANZ, leveraging over two decades of dedicated experience within the supply chain industry. Fredrik plays a key role in guiding clients through business transformations and driving improvements via cutting-edge supply chain solutions. With a passion for unlocking the full potential of intricate supply chains, especially within the Food & Beverage sector, Fredrik advocates for seamless integration of processes and technology to achieve sustainable outcomes.

His extensive expertise spans various supply chain domains, including procurement strategy, sales and operations planning, supply chain optimization, SKU rationalisation, and inventory management. Fredrik's wealth of experience extends across multiple sectors within the Food & Beverage industry, including FMCG, dairy, meat processing, poultry processing, and bakery segments.

Tamera Francis

Features & Premium Editor, Inside Retail and Inside FMCG

Tamera covers businesses across all aspects of retail and FMCG in Australia, from supermarkets to startups. She is passionate about telling stories that make a positive impact on the industry.

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