James Richards

James Richards is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in account management and wholesale operations. Currently serving as Head of Wholesale at Matrix since March 2022, James previously held significant roles including Senior Global Account Manager at Henkel and Senior National Account Manager at the same company. Prior to that, James was Franchise Commercial Manager at One Stop Stores Ltd, where responsibilities included collaborating across functions to enhance franchisee offerings. Additional experience includes positions as Buying Manager for Sun Preparations and Self Tan at Walgreens Boots Alliance, Assistant Buyer at Boots UK, and Department Manager at Sainsbury's. James holds a Bachelor of Arts in Politics with Economics from Loughborough University, completed in 2004.