Howard Barron

consultant

Executive Consultant

hbarron@columbusconsulting.com

About

Howard is a proven senior leader where he specializes in bringing together IT Strategy, Road Mapping, and Systems Selection in the Unified Commerce world of Store, Wholesale, E-commerce, and international retailing. 

He brings over 35 years of retail leadership and “C” level executive thought leadership experience with a deep understanding in ERP selection, Merchandise and Assortment planning, Allocation and Replenishment, Omni-Channel Strategy and Operations, Store Management and Operations, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Sourcing and Supply Chain Management. 

Prior to joining Columbus Consulting, Howard has served in executive level leadership positions with a focus on technology and business areas of responsibility.

Signature Skill

“I have a passion for solving business problems with the use of appropriate process and technology.”

  • Aligning Technology with Business Priorities
  • Executive Leadership & Influence
  • Business and IT Strategy Development
  • All Aspects of Retail and Manufacturing Acumen
  • Engaging Leadership & Communication
  • Building Credibility and Trust through Hands on Experience

Expertise

  • Executive Leadership
  • Unified Commerce
  • Retail Strategy /Roadmap
  • ERP selection and implementation
  • Data Analytics, Big Data, Data Warehouse
  • IT Process and team structure
  • Sourcing & Supply Chain
  • Merchandising / Planning

Companies Served

  • Shane Co
  • Sam’s club
  • Walmart
  • Express Stores
  • David Yurman
  • Pet Supplies Plus
  • Tory Burch
  • Under Armour
  • Shake Shack
  • Yankee Candle

Industry, Category

  • Retail Omni-Channel
  • Ecommerce
  • Fast Casual Foodservice
  • Big Box Club
  • Jewelry Manufacturing
  • High Volume Manuf
  • Specialty Apparel
  • Franchising

Solution Proficiencies

  • ERP
  • Ecommerce Platforms
  • Data Warehouse
  • BI tools
  • Allocation
  • Forecasting
  • Finance / Budgeting
  • MRP
  • Store POS

Consulting Service

  • System RFP / Selection
  • Project Team Oversight
  • IT Strategy
  • IT / Business Project roadmap
  • Program Management
  • Retail Business Process
  • Interim Leadership
  • Organization Development

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