Liz Powell

Senior Director, Omni Operations and Fulfillment

Professional Overview
Liz Powell is an accomplished supply chain and operations executive with extensive experience driving transformative initiatives across the retail and consumer goods industries. As the Senior Director of Omni Operations and Fulfillment at Tapestry, she is responsible for leading the strategic planning and execution of the company's omnichannel fulfillment capabilities, ensuring seamless customer experiences and operational excellence.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role at Tapestry, Liz is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end omni-channel operations, including order management, inventory optimization, and distribution center management. She has played a pivotal role in streamlining the company's fulfillment processes, resulting in faster delivery times, reduced costs, and improved customer satisfaction. Liz's innovative approach and data-driven decision making have made her a valuable asset in driving Tapestry's digital transformation and enhancing its competitive positioning.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Liz held several senior-level positions at Tapestry and its subsidiary brand, Coach. As the Senior Director of Digital Operations & Omni Order Fulfillment at Coach, she successfully led the integration of the company's online and in-store fulfillment capabilities, resulting in a 20% increase in same-day delivery service levels. Before that, she served as the Senior Director of the Transformation Management Office (TMO) at Tapestry, where she spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise-wide ERP system, driving efficiencies and improving cross-functional collaboration.

Academic Background
Liz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she graduated with Honors. She also completed an Executive Leadership program at the Harvard Business School, further honing her strategic and managerial skills.

Areas of Expertise

• Omnichannel operations and fulfillment

• Supply chain optimization and inventory management

• Digital transformation and technology implementation

• Cross-functional collaboration and change management

• Data-driven decision making and performance improvement

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Liz has consistently delivered measurable results and demonstrated her ability to drive strategic initiatives that positively impact the bottom line. Her contributions have included the development of a centralized order management system that increased same-day delivery by 25%, the implementation of a warehouse management system that improved inventory accuracy by 15%, and the implementation of a demand forecasting model that reduced inventory carrying costs by 12%.

Conclusion
With her proven track record of success, Liz Powell is a highly respected and influential leader in the retail and consumer goods industry. Her expertise in omni-channel operations, supply chain optimization, and digital transformation positions her as a valuable asset in driving Tapestry's continued growth and innovation. Liz is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and operational excellence, making her a strategic partner in the company's ongoing success.