Paul Howarth

Paul Howarth is an experienced supply chain professional currently serving as the Supply Chain Lead at Well Pharmacy, overseeing pharmacy, wholesale, and online availability functions. Prior experience includes a tenure at Co-op where Paul advanced through several roles, including Store Planning Manager, where leadership of a 12-analyst team was key to delivering KPIs and value-adding initiatives across multiple store formats and e-commerce. Additionally, Paul has expertise in SAP implementation, supplier engagement planning, and has effectively managed teams, contributing to their professional development and success. Prior to Co-op, Paul served as a Demand Planner at Booker Group and held assistant buyer positions at Shop Direct and N Brown Group, establishing foundational skills and a strong work ethic. Paul earned a B.A. Hons. in Business Studies from The University of Bolton.