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Samantha Winter

Head Of Food Stores at East of England Co-op

Samantha Winter has extensive work experience in various positions within the retail industry. Samantha is currently working at East of England Co-op as the Head of Food Stores, where they develop and implements a retail strategy and monitors the performance of the retail business. Prior to this, they were a Regional Lead at Co-op.

Before their current roles, Samantha was a Transformation Lead at Co-op, where they led a test and learn environment and implemented changes to operating structures. Samantha also served as an Area Manager, overseeing a large team and managing various people-related functions. Additionally, Samantha worked as an Operations Manager, focusing on improving operational performance, and as a Senior Store Manager, overseeing compliance and team development.

Earlier in their career, Samantha worked at Alldays plc as an Acquisition and Disposal Manager, where they managed new store launches, implemented targeted training programs, and analyzed data to optimize sales and profitability.

Overall, Samantha Winter has a strong background in retail management, with expertise in developing strategies, transforming cultures, improving operational performance, and managing teams.

From 1995 to 1997, Samantha Winter attended Gt Yarmouth College of FE, where they pursued a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in National Diploma in interdisciplinary Art and Design.

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Timeline

  • Head Of Food Stores

    January, 2023 - present

  • Regional Lead

    October, 2022