Philip Ockenden
About Philip Ockenden
Philip Ockenden serves as the Division Vice President of Supply Chain for EMEA and APAC at Spectrum Brands, Inc., where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, having held leadership roles at various companies, including Glen Dimplex Consumer Appliances and PZ Cussons.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Philip Ockenden currently serves as the Division Vice President Supply Chain EMEA & APAC at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He has held this position since 2022, working from Manchester, United Kingdom. In this role, he leads the supply chain operations for the EMEA and APAC regions, focusing on the Home and Personal Care Division, which includes notable brands such as Remington, Russell Hobbs, and George Foreman.
Previous Experience in Supply Chain Management
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Philip Ockenden held several significant roles in supply chain management. He worked as the Supply Chain Director at Glen Dimplex Consumer Appliances from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, he was the Supply Chain Global Process Owner and Work Stream Lead at PZ Cussons for 14 years, from 2004 to 2018. He also served as an Interim Lead Supply Chain Consultant at AstraZeneca in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Philip Ockenden has a strong educational background in Mathematics and Economics. He achieved a PGCE in Mathematics from Keele University in 1994, following his BSc in Economics and Mathematics from Lancaster University, which he completed in 1992. His educational qualifications support his expertise in supply chain management and strategic planning.
Background in Supply Chain Operations
Philip Ockenden has extensive experience in leading supply chain operations across both the EMEA and APAC regions. His career includes a notable tenure at Scottish and Newcastle as an SAP Business Implementation Manager from 2001 to 2004. He is recognized for his ability to create and deliver clear vision, strategies, and goals within dynamic business environments.
Achievements in Continuous Improvement
Throughout his career, Philip Ockenden has demonstrated a proven track record in identifying and implementing change and continuous improvement. He aligns these improvements with business strategies, systems, and resources, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of supply chain operations.