Denise Bennett is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in retail and merchandise management. Currently serving as the National Head of Promotions & Trade Activation at Metcash since June 2016, Denise leads national and state teams to execute promotional programs and actively manages stakeholder relationships. Previous roles include Project Manager and Merchandise Manager at BIGW, where notable achievements included significant stock reduction strategies and the successful development of marketing programs. Earlier experience at David Jones as a National Buyer provided expertise in managing a wide range of product categories. Denise holds a Master of Management from Macquarie Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Design with Honours in Interior Design from the University of Technology Sydney.