Rob Standen

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About Rob Standen

Senior Director | Team Leadership | Retail & Food Service Packaging | Consumer Goods / Data analytics & Activation A dynamic and results-driven Sales/Commercial Director with over 25 years of experience leading high-performing teams across retail and food service packaging, consumer goods, and media sectors. Proven expertise in driving business growth, optimizing operations, and developing strong, engaged teams that deliver exceptional results.Key Strengths: • Leadership & Team Development – Builds and nurtures dynamic, high-performing teams with a strong culture of engagement and continuous learning. • Strategic Growth & Business Development – Extensive experience in securing new business, managing major accounts, and driving revenue growth across diverse sectors, including high street, luxury fashion, department stores, grocery, convenience, B2B, and e-commerce. • Marketing & Brand Strategy – Skilled in developing and executing marketing, design, and creative strategies that enhance brand visibility and customer engagement. • Operations & Supply Chain Management – Strong expertise in procurement, sourcing, quality control, and operational efficiency to optimize performance and reduce costs. • Financial & Commercial Acumen – Experienced in managing budgets, setting and achieving financial targets, and mitigating risks to ensure long-term business success. • Negotiation & Relationship Management – Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, fostering strong partnerships internally and externally to drive collaboration and results.Passionate about delivering excellence, driving innovation, and shaping the future of retail and consumer goods. Open to new opportunities, strategic collaborations, and industry discussions.