Lee Madge
About Lee Madge
Lee Madge is a Senior Stage Gate Analyst at Avon, where he has worked since 2013. He has held various positions within the company since 2000, contributing to significant cost savings and managing cross-functional teams.
Work at Avon
Lee Madge has held multiple positions at Avon over a span of more than a decade. He began his career at Avon as a Buyer from 2000 to 2002, followed by a role as a Distribution Analyst from 2002 to 2003. He then transitioned to the role of Supply Planner, where he worked from 2003 to 2006. Madge served as a Product Line Control Coordinator from 2006 to 2008 and continued as a Senior Supply Chain Analyst from 2008 to 2013. Since 2013, he has been working as a Senior Stage Gate Analyst, contributing significantly to the company's operations.
Education and Expertise
While specific educational details are not provided, Lee Madge's extensive experience in supply chain management and analysis indicates a strong foundation in these areas. His expertise includes managing Stage Gate processes, coordinating with marketing teams across various regions, and overseeing product readiness. He has developed tools that enhance decision-making and efficiency within the supply chain.
Background
Lee Madge has a comprehensive background in supply chain and product management at Avon. His career spans over 13 years, during which he has taken on various roles that have allowed him to develop a deep understanding of the company's operations. His work involves collaboration with international teams, particularly in Italy, the Mediterranean, and Turkey, to ensure alignment on project timelines.
Achievements
One notable achievement of Lee Madge is the development of a decision-making tool that resulted in a savings of $6 million for Avon in its first year of implementation in the EMEA region. Additionally, he chairs category and cluster level risk review meetings, ensuring that products are ready before they are integrated into the supply chain. His role also includes managing a Stage Gate analyst, further emphasizing his leadership within the organization.