Victoria Thompson (Nee Burn)
About Victoria Thompson (Nee Burn)
Victoria Thompson (nee Burn) serves as the Beauty+ Procurement Manager at Avon, a position she has held since 2020. With extensive experience in buying and procurement across various sectors, she has previously worked for companies such as Homebase, Dunelm, and Arcadia Group.
Current Role at Avon
Victoria Thompson serves as the Beauty+ Procurement Manager at Avon, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships within the beauty sector. Her tenure at Avon has spanned four years, during which she has contributed to the company's procurement processes and product sourcing.
Previous Experience in Retail Procurement
Before joining Avon, Victoria Thompson accumulated extensive experience in procurement and buying roles across various companies. She worked as a Senior Buyer for Home Storage at Homebase from 2017 to 2020. Prior to that, she held the position of Lead Buying Manager for Home Electrical in the UK and Central Europe from 2014 to 2016. Her career also includes roles at Blacks Outdoor Retail Limited and Arcadia Group Ltd, where she focused on product selection and supplier management.
Educational Background
Victoria Thompson studied at Coventry University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Tourism Management. She completed her studies from 1999 to 2002, achieving a 2:1 classification. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge that supports her career in procurement and retail management.
Career Progression in Buying Roles
Victoria Thompson has held several key buying positions throughout her career. She began as an Assistant Buyer at Blacks Outdoor Retail Limited from 2004 to 2008 and later transitioned to various roles, including Buyer for Home Cook and Dine at Dunelm from 2009 to 2011. Her career trajectory includes significant positions at Home Retail Group PLC and Ideal Shopping Direct, where she focused on home products and interiors.