Steve Garner
Managing Director @Replace Base
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Managing Director @Replace Base
Founded with £30, growing it into a multi-million-pound industry leader. Over 15 years, I have led all aspects of the business, from sales and supplier negotiations to digital strategy and automation, ensuring sustained growth, operational efficiency, and market leadership. Scaled ReplaceBase from a startup to a £12M+ business, establishing it as a dominant player in the industry Built and optimised an AI-driven eCommerce platform, improving operational efficiency and customer experience Developed automation strategies that transformed pricing, logistics, and fulfilment, boosting profitability Secured high-value supply chain agreements with major global brands, including Apple, Google, and Motorola Designed a customer-centric sales approach, significantly increasing conversion rates and brand loyalty Managed a global supplier network, ensuring premium product sourcing, quality control, and cost efficiency Led a SKU inventory, streamlining stock management and warehouse fulfilment across multiple locations Developed custom software solutions to automate logistics, order processing, and customer interactions Created viral marketing campaigns, generating millions of organic views and increasing brand recognition Expanded brand presence through SEO, paid advertising, and strategic partnerships, driving sustained revenue growth Implemented FX hedging strategies to mitigate currency risk and protect profit margins Recruited, trained, and led a high-performance team of 25+ employees across key business functions Fostered a company culture built on innovation, efficiency, and customer-first serviceWith deep industry knowledge and a strong commercial mindset, I thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments where strategic thinking, adaptability, and execution are key. ReplaceBase has been a testament to my ability to scale businesses, negotiate high-value deals, and implement cutting-edge automation to stay ahead of the market.
ABOUT STEVE GARNER
Passionate about building sustainable supply chains and strong industry partnerships.I bring people, process and technology together to deliver long-term commercial success.I’m a supply chain and operations leader with more than 15 years’ experience driving growth, efficiency and sustainability within the electronics industry.Starting with just £30, I built a multi-million-pound business from the ground up, creating the full infrastructure, logistics and sourcing network that supported thousands of product lines across a global supply chain. My work has included close collaboration with leading manufacturers such as Apple, Google, Motorola, Lenovo, Oppo and OnePlus, developing components and processes that meet the highest insurance and OEM standards.I combine a deep technical understanding of parts and engineering with strong commercial awareness, connecting sourcing, quality control and lifecycle management into efficient, profitable systems. I’m particularly passionate about the circular economy, helping to extend the life of products through repair, refurbishment and intelligent reuse while maintaining commercial performance.Well connected across the industry, I enjoy building strong relationships and seeing introductions grow into lasting commercial success. I value working with forward-thinking organisations that share a focus on innovation, sustainability and operational excellence.
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