Russell James
About Russell James
Russell James is a Senior Vice President at Takeoff Technologies, Inc., with extensive experience in retail logistics and operations management across the UK, Australia, and the US. He has held various leadership positions at DHL Supply Chain and Tesco PLC, focusing on warehouse management systems and strategic partnerships.
Current Role at Takeoff Technologies
Russell James serves as the Senior Vice President at Takeoff Technologies, Inc. since 2022. He is based in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. In this role, he oversees various strategic initiatives and operations within the company, leveraging his extensive experience in the retail logistics sector.
Previous Experience at DHL Supply Chain
Russell James held multiple positions at DHL Supply Chain, including General Manager roles in Leicester, Rugby, and Atherstone, UK, from 2015 to 2020. He specialized in change management and cost-saving initiatives, successfully executing projects that improved operational efficiency. He also played a significant role in managing the KFC contract turnaround in the UK.
Experience in Retail Logistics
Russell has extensive international experience in the retail logistics sector, having worked in the UK, Australia, and the US. His roles included Operations Support Manager and Distribution Centre Manager at Tesco PLC, where he managed logistics operations and contributed to operational improvements.
Educational Background
Russell James studied at Loughborough University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Retail Management from 2001 to 2005. He also attended Ashby School from 1997 to 2001, completing his secondary education.
Key Achievements in Micro-Fulfillment
While at Takeoff Technologies, Russell played a key role in establishing a strategic partnership with Woolworths to implement multiple Micro-Fulfillment Centers (MFCs) in the Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) region. This initiative demonstrates his expertise in logistics and operational management.