Mike Harris
About Mike Harris
Mike Harris serves as the Head of Commercial at Ocado Intelligent Automation, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in business development and engineering, with previous roles at Ocado Group and Jaguar Land Rover.
Work at Ocado Intelligent Automation
Mike Harris has served as Head of Commercial at Ocado Intelligent Automation since 2022. In this role, he operates in a hybrid capacity from Hatfield. He has contributed to the development of innovative business models, including robots-as-a-service, which have enhanced the company's service offerings. Harris played a key role in securing the company's first customer, leveraging his sales and commercial expertise prior to the formation of a dedicated sales team. Additionally, he is responsible for establishing the commercial governance framework, focusing on sustainable growth through balanced risk and reward strategies.
Previous Experience at Ocado Group
Before his current position, Mike Harris worked at Ocado Group in various roles. He served as Head of Business Development and Portfolio Planning from 2020 to 2022 and as Business Development Manager from 2019 to 2020. In these positions, he focused on strategic initiatives that contributed to the company's growth and market positioning. His tenure at Ocado Group spanned a total of three years, during which he developed a deep understanding of the company's operational and commercial strategies.
Career at Jaguar Land Rover
Mike Harris held multiple roles at Jaguar Land Rover from 2015 to 2019. He began as a Strategic Architecture Engineer in Vehicle Engineering, then transitioned to Global Product Strategy Manager, and finally served as Vehicle Programme Manager. His experience at Jaguar Land Rover provided him with a strong foundation in product development and strategic planning within the automotive industry, contributing to his later roles in commercial management.
Educational Background
Mike Harris studied Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering at the University of Southampton, where he earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) degree from 2008 to 2012. Prior to university, he attended Colyton Grammar School, where he studied Physics and Further Maths at A-levels, achieving a strong academic background that supports his engineering and commercial expertise.