Miles Kent
About Miles Kent
Miles Kent is the Country Manager for New Zealand with extensive experience in category management and leadership roles across various industries, including perishables, baking, and spirits.
Current Position as Country Manager New Zealand
Miles Kent currently holds the position of Country Manager for New Zealand. His role involves overseeing the company's operations within the country, strategizing business growth, and managing day-to-day activities. His extensive background and experience in various managerial positions across different industries equip him with the skills necessary to excel in this role.
Professional Background
Miles Kent has a diverse professional background with experience spanning several industries. He worked at General Motors as a Marketing Assistant and Distribution Coordinator from 2007 to 2009. He then moved to Pernod Ricard, holding positions as a Category Analyst and Assistant Category Development Manager from 2009 to 2011. Following this, he joined PepsiCo as Category Development Manager from 2011 to 2012. At Goodman Fielder, he served as Category Operations Manager - Baking from 2012 to 2013 and as National Account Manager - Perishables from 2013 to 2014. He also worked at SC Johnson as Country Manager - New Zealand before assuming his current role.
Educational Background
Miles Kent studied at the University of Auckland, where he completed a Bachelor of Commerce, graduating in 2007. His education provided a strong foundation in business principles, which he has applied throughout his diverse career in various managerial and leadership positions.
Experience in Category Management
Miles Kent has extensive experience in category management across multiple industries, including perishables, baking, and spirits. He has demonstrated his expertise through roles such as Category Analyst at Pernod Ricard, Category Development Manager at PepsiCo, and Category Operations Manager - Baking at Goodman Fielder. This experience has enabled him to develop a keen understanding of market dynamics and consumer behavior.
Work Experience in Australia and New Zealand
Miles Kent has worked in both the Australian and New Zealand markets, providing him with a broad understanding of the regional business landscape. His roles in these two countries included various managerial positions, giving him insights into the different market demands and business practices in both regions. This dual-market experience has proven valuable in his current role as Country Manager for New Zealand.