The Group Board of Compass Supply Solutions (CSS) have appointed travel retail industry executive Simon Francis to the role of Managing Director. With over 20 years of experience leading complex integrated business projects with the likes of Gate Gourmet and dnata, Simon will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business, as well as implementing an ambitious investment plan to drive growth, cross-group integration and open untapped market segments. Commenting on the appointment, the Board of Directors have full confidence in Simon to lead the business with his wealth of experience and look forward to working closely with him.
With a proven record in driving multi-disciplined revenue streams and optimising supply chain efficiency, Simon brings invaluable insights from a career spanning diverse sectors and will also assume full responsibility for Chichester Bonded Solutions (CBS), which is part of the wider group. His expertise includes strategic partnerships with leading companies in the travel industry, where he consistently leveraged his skills in Logistics, P&L Management, Lean Six Sigma and transformational leadership to enhance both operational performance and customer service excellence.
Simon commented, ‘I’m joining CSS and CBS at a pivotal time as the sectors in which they lead continue to show consistent growth, particularly CSS’s diverse client portfolio’.
With an unwavering commitment to internal culture, people and client success, Simon is well-equipped to further both businesses operational effectiveness, cost efficiency and service quality; ensuring continued innovative and high-value solutions that elevate their client’s business.
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