Simon Francis
Managing Director @Compass Supply Solutions
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WORK HISTORY
Managing Director @Compass Supply Solutions
Segensworth, GB
Compass Supply Solutions (CSS) is a leading provider of supply chain solutions, specialising in the travel and hospitality sectors. Headquartered in Segensworth, Hampshire, we focus on delivering operational excellence and strategic value through innovative sourcing, streamlined logistics and customised product offerings. With a strong commitment to quality, sustainability and customer satisfaction, CSS partners with global brands to enhance efficiency and create value across the supply chain.Key delivery:• Closed a significant cash and stock gap through tighter working capital and stock governance.• Reduced extended aged receivables by 50%+ through proactive collections and firm credit control.• Improved supplier terms from proforma to 30 days plus where achievable, strengthening cash resilience.• Doubled stock turns from 6 to 12+ p.a. releasing cash and reducing obsolescence exposure.• Delivered duty free growth removing a supplier constraint and owning the solution with supplier and customer, improving availability, sell through, margin and JBP incentive returns.• Strengthened bonded warehouse controls and stock accuracy to support duty free customers and audit readiness.• Secured an Operator\'s Licence and increased fleet capacity, improving service reliability and cost control.• Achieved ISO 9001 accreditation and maintained audit readiness in a regulated environment.
EDUCATION
Royal Naval School of Flying
Bachelor of Science (BSc) Equivalent, Aviation Studies (Wings)
Durham University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Britannia Royal Naval College
Strategic Studies, Military and Strategic Leadership
University of Warwick - Warwick Business School
Operations Management
ABOUT SIMON FRANCIS
Accomplished board level executive with over 20 years of experience in driving business growth, operational transformation, and strategic change across various industries, including private equity and multinational environments. Recognised for delivering high-impact results in complex, regulated, multi-site operations, with a strong focus on improving profitability, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering a culture of innovation and value creation. Proven expertise in P&L management, strategic planning, change management and governance, with a track record of aligning operations with business goals and stakeholder expectations. A strategic architect, skilled in building and leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability to achieve exceptional Competencies• Strategic Leadership & Vision: Expertise in crafting and executing business strategies that propel growth, optimize supply chains and significantly enhance EBITDA. Successfully led multi-site operations, aligning them with broader business objectives to enhance overall value creation and sustained success.• Operational Transformation: Proven ability to lead complex transformations, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to elevate operational efficiency, reduce costs and drive value through continuous improvement across diverse and highly regulated sectors.• Financial Stewardship: Demonstrated expertise in P&L management, financial planning, and resource optimization, consistently outperforming financial targets and driving substantial profitability gains through strategic financial oversight and cost-saving initiatives.• Change Management: Skilled in orchestrating significant cost savings and operational efficiencies whilst managing large-scale change initiatives, including M&A integrations, corporate restructures and aligning operations with the stringent demands of private equity ownership.• Governance & Compliance: Established and enforced rigorous governance frameworks and compliance standards across various business areas, ensuring adherence to industry best practices, ISO compliance, and regulatory requirements, particularly in sectors involving dangerous goods, aviation, transportation and food standards.
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