Simon Rush

Background

About Simon Rush

20 years of experience in business transformation with expertise in lean practices, guiding organisations through change, working collaboratively with key stakeholders to support implementation. Strategically minded, focussed on aligning programmes of work with the business objectives. Consistent delivery of projects, working across multiple stakeholders with differing goals and objectives to achieve desired outcomes. Results focussed, enthusiastic and conscientious in my professional approach to work. I have the skills required to engage with, lead and motivate teams to achieve objectives using a practical approach. Use of a coaching leadership style when collaborating with people at all levels within organisations. Core Skills: Strategic goal deployment and business transformation Leadership - Experience in leading teams Lean – Experience of lean tools and techniques Programme and project management skills, including New Product Introduction Experience of coaching, training, and the development of people Communication – Experience in working at all levels within businesses Key Achievements: Twenty percent productivity increase - Philips Lighting India, Generating €450K in addition sales, with potential of €4M across business unit. Successful supplier development programme for Assa Abloy (UK) & Electrolux (Italy) resulting significant quality, cost & delivery performance into the host plants. Led engagements with businesses on Sharing in Growth program, providing ROI benefits of ~4:1 and delivering CAGR of ~10% across Aerospace manufacturers. Efficiency savings of ~£21M across the Returns process and supply chain at ASOS. Sector Experience Overview: Automotive Aerospace Defence White goods Food Electronics Online retail Logistics Experience Working for/with: Philips Lighting ASOS.com GXO Electrolux Assa Abloy Safran Jaguar Land Rover United Biscuits KPMG SMEs (£5-£25M)