James Miles

consultant

Operations Consultant

jmiles@columbusconsulting.com

About

James is an experienced operations consultant specialising in business transformation across retail, eCommerce and supply chain operations. He has led programmes that improve operational performance through process redesign, technology implementation and organisational change. James combines strategic thinking with practical delivery to help businesses achieve sustainable operational improvements.

Before joining Columbus, James delivered transformation programmes for retailers including Moss Bros, Oak Furnitureland, LoveCrafts and eBay. His experience spans business strategy, warehouse and logistics operations, customer service, inventory optimisation, outsourcing, and digital transformation.

James is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (FCILT) and combines executive leadership with extensive programme management experience. He is recognised for delivering pragmatic solutions that improve efficiency, customer experience and commercial performance. 

Signature Skill

“I help retailers transform operations by simplifying complex processes, aligning technology with business needs and delivering practical change that improves customer experience, operational performance and profitability.”

  • Business process optimisation
  • Cross-functional leadership
  • Executive stakeholder engagement
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Hands-on implementation support

Expertise

  • Business Transformation
  • Operational Excellence
  • Supply Chain Operations
  • Distribution & Logistics
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Inventory Management
  • Customer Service Operations
  • eCommerce Operations
  • Business Strategy
  • Programme Management

Companies Served

  • Moss Bros
  • Oak Furnitureland
  • LoveCrafts
  • eBay
  • Haygain
  • Mothercare
  • Aldi
  • WH Smith
  • Wyevale Garden Centres
  • Virgin

Industry, Category

  • Retail
  • Wholesale
  • Manufacturing
  • Services
  • Apparel
  • Furniture & Home
  • Furnishings Hardgoods
  • Electronic / Technology

Solution Proficiencies

  • Tableau
  • Blue Yonder
  • Manhattan WMS
  • SAP
  • Microsoft Power Platform
  • Shopify
  • Magento (Adobe Commerce)
  • Jira
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Visio

Consulting Service

  • Business Assessment & Strategy
  • Programme Management
  • Business Process Design
  • Operating Model Design
  • Solution Selection
  • Change Management
  • Solution Delivery & Implementation
  • Executive Leadership
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Project Management

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