David
CEO - Switzerland - iCEO #13063

Experience

 Extended international senior management experience in the retail, wholesale and hospitality industry, mainly in Eastern Europe and Switzerland  Reorganisation and restructuring, start-ups, expansion, IPO  Process redesigning, Supply Chain, Category Management, Sales and international Purchasing

Major Achievements

Senior Executive in an international environment with standout success in positioning companies for growth and profitability. Proficient in P&L management, operations, start-ups, business development and strategic planning. Experienced in Eastern European markets. • Increased turnover from USD 850 Mio to USD 1’100 Mio in 2 years • Merged companies and increased EBIT by 20% • Drove sales from USD 25 Mio to USD 75 Mio with cash-flow of 5.9% High performance leader used to streamlining processes and reducing costs. • Reduced inventory differences from 7% to 0.6% (sustainable) • Pay back and depreciation of USD 30 Mio in 5 years • Turned a company after insolvency to profit within 1 year • Cut down logistic costs by redesigning processes Excellent strategist who develops new visions, strategies, concepts and action plans • Opened Greenfield facilities in emerging markets • Developed number of outlets from 8 to 28 outlets Motivated leader with excellent organisational skills and proven track record in achieving results under difficult circumstances. Respected professional with outstanding communication, negotiation and team- building skills.

Industry Sector Competencies

Consumer Goods

Food

Leisure Industry

Retail

Professional Objectives

Function: CEO, Area Manager, Country Manager, COO

Sector: Retail, Wholesale, Hospitality, Consumer Goods

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: anywhere

Countries Covered

Mexico

Russia

South Africa

Switzerland

Thailand

Operational Competencies

Business development (Professional)

Acquisition and shadow management (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Expert)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Close down or sell off (Expert)

Pre or post investment audit (Expert)