Colin Budd

Colin Budd is an experienced S&OP Consultant at Avara Foods, with a career spanning over 30 years in supply chain management, particularly focused on Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), demand planning, and people management. He has held significant roles in various organizations, including positions as Head of S&OP and Director of S&OP in notable companies such as Kanes Foods Ltd and Tyrrells Potato Crisps Limited. His expertise encompasses both branded and private label businesses, dealing with products that have both short and long shelf lives.1

Budd's academic background includes studies in Business Studies with an emphasis on Applied Economics, Applied Statistics, Marketing, Mercantile Law, and Personnel Management at Guildford College of Technology. He is known for his analytical skills and effective communication, along with a strong track record in change management within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.

In his current role at Avara Foods, which he held from February 2019 to October 2019, he focused on developing the company's S&OP demand and supply processes.1 Colin Budd is also open to discussions regarding work methodologies and resource utilization in the current uncertain business environment.