Edwina Davis
Somerset,UK
Summary
Accomplished operations management professional with extensive expertise in supply chain and logistics coordination, global inventory management, and production planning. Demonstrates proficiency in wholesale and e-commerce operations, international freight and supplier management, and sales reporting. Proven track record of enhancing process improvement and operational efficiency while effectively managing stakeholder relationships and retail partnerships. Adept at leading teams to achieve strategic objectives, with a focus on driving commercial success through meticulous analysis and forecasting.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work history
- Developed strong operational and stakeholder management foundations through roles in investor relations, marketing, events and executive support within financial services and media organisations including:
- Investor & Public Relations Manager – Catalyst Capital LLP
- Marketing & Fundraising Executive – N/a'an ku sê (Namibia)
- Executive Assistant / Office Management – Ingenious Media, Barclays, Deutsche Bank
Operations & Logistics Manager
Tooka Ltd
2024.02 - 2026.03
- Responsible for end-to-end operational delivery across e-commerce, wholesale fulfilment, production and international logistics for a global consumer brand.
- Managed global fulfilment operations across e-commerce and wholesale channels via UK warehouse partners
- Oversaw inventory control and stock planning through Shopify, ensuring accurate global stock visibility
- Coordinated wholesale order management including order processing, invoicing and payment tracking
- Managed production cycles from purchase order creation through supplier coordination to final delivery
- Directed international freight operations (ocean and air) from India to the UK, negotiating competitive shipping rates
- Maintained strong supplier and logistics partner relationships to ensure efficient delivery timelines
- Produced product pricing lists and commercial presentations for retail partners
- Delivered responsive customer service across global markets
Sales & Operations Executive
Cochine Limited
2022.04 - 2024.01
- Supported operational delivery across global retail, wholesale and e-commerce channels for a luxury fragrance brand.
- Managed day-to-day e-commerce operations including order fulfilment and global customer service
- Monitored multi-region stock levels via Shopify to support accurate inventory planning
- Partnered with international retail accounts on order management, replenishment and logistics coordination
- Produced monthly sales reports and commercial insights to support leadership decision-making
- Supported annual budgeting and financial forecasting processes
- Led product demand forecasting to support global production planning
- Managed invoicing, accounts receivable and finance liaison
Manager, European Field Communications
Gap Inc.
London
2014.01 - 2019.01
- Led European field communications operations across the UK, France and Italy, supporting leadership teams across a large multi-market retail organisation.
- Developed and delivered annual communications strategies aligned to global business priorities
- Produced executive communications including leadership presentations, videos and organisational announcements
- Managed internal communications platforms and engagement channels
- Led employee engagement and recognition programmes across European markets
- Organised large-scale leadership conferences and regional field events
- Partnered with HR and leadership teams to support store operations through effective communications
- Managed and developed a cross-country communications team
UK Field Communications Officer
Gap Inc.
2013.01 - 2014.01
- Delivered UK field communications strategy for store teams
- Produced newsletters, internal video content and operational updates
- Supported planning and delivery of European leadership conferences
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Languages for Business (French & Spanish)
Oxford Brookes University
06.2001
Skills
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain & Logistics Coordination
- Global Inventory Management
- Production Planning & Forecasting
- Wholesale & E-commerce Operations
- International Freight & Supplier Management
- Sales Reporting & Commercial Analysis
- Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency
- Stakeholder & Retail Partner Management
- Team Leadership
Languages
French (Advanced)
Spanish (Intermediate)
Italian (Basic)
Additional information
Systems: MS Office, Shopify, InDesign, Canva, iMovie
Timeline
Operations & Logistics Manager
Tooka Ltd
2024.02 - 2026.03
Sales & Operations Executive
Cochine Limited
2022.04 - 2024.01
Manager, European Field Communications
Gap Inc.
2014.01 - 2019.01
UK Field Communications Officer
Gap Inc.
2013.01 - 2014.01
Bachelor of Arts - Languages for Business (French & Spanish)
Oxford Brookes University