Sam Pink

Background

About Sam Pink

Over 20 years’ experience in Product Sourcing, Buying, Category/Product Management, Design and Development in the Sports and Outdoor industries. I have many years’ experience of sourcing products from China, India, Pakistan, with frequent travel to factories in these areas. I understand many different manufacturing processes/techniques and how to work in these environments. I work in fair and respectful manner to deliver the results for the businesses I work for, whilst maintaining fantastic relationships with my factory partners/agents. Management of the product line, bringing products from conception, production, retail launch: efficiently, to a very high standard, on time against critical dates, budgets, delivering fantastic margin. I thrive in all sizes of businesses, understanding fast paced environments, which enables me to deliver the strategic and business objectives. An engaging team player, with experience in leading and mentoring team members. I am an enthusiastic and driven individual; this enables me to execute tasks using initiative and drive projects to conclusion. Highly organised, my qualities include excellent presentation and interpersonal skills. I have a proven track record, with the ability to learn existing/new product categories. Constantly looking to develop and challenge my own development which in turn raises the product level and business results. Having a wide and varied skill set enables me to fit into a variety of roles, business structures and environments, achieving individual and business goals. I continually exceed targets, whether it be nett sales or profit growth across multiple categories. Luggage was the best performing area in JD Outdoor, delivering +15% LFL growth in 2019 against a backdrop of difficult trading conditions. Overall size of category I looked after was circa £50m and has over 40 different product areas and 4500 Sku’s. Accessories for Gymshark in 2021 is the fastest growing area at exceeding 100% annually turnover of £25m across 4 main product categories