Andrew Charles
@andrewcharles
MBA product and operations leader driving e-commerce growth and operational transformation.
BarbadosWhat I'm looking for
I am an MBA-educated operations and product leader with deep experience scaling startups and leading technology and manufacturing initiatives for global markets.
I have a strong track record in e-commerce operations, supplier sourcing, logistics coordination, and product launch execution — delivering measurable cost reductions and revenue growth across multiple ventures.
Notable achievements include reducing procurement costs through factory negotiations, launching high-converting Amazon listings, building profitable manufacturing and retail operations, and delivering multimillion-dollar annual revenues in owner/operator roles.
I combine strategic vision with hands-on execution, data-driven decision making, and a focus on operational excellence to maximize profitability and drive sustainable growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Projects Manager
China Product Pros
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Sourced Chinese manufacturers and managed negotiations, sampling, production oversight and import logistics, reducing procurement costs by 25% while mitigating supply delays; led cross-functional teams to produce market-ready Amazon listings with a perfect delivery record.
General Manager
Bahama Clear Water Company
Aug 2013 - Jun 2024 (10 years 10 months)
Built a $250K reverse-osmosis facility to full capacity in 6 months, scaled production to 7,500+ bottles monthly and generated $300K+ annual revenue while reducing operational expenses by 15% and maintaining 95% equipment uptime.
Managing Owner
Mildenhall LLC
Jan 2017 - Feb 2024 (7 years 1 month)
Designed patented metal home décor, established Chinese manufacturing partnerships reducing production costs by 30%, and created product listings that generated $150K+ revenue while improving conversion rates by 25%.
Owner/Operator
The Java Gallery
Sep 2001 - Jul 2013 (11 years 10 months)
Built and managed end-to-end furniture operations generating $1M+ annual revenue through purchasing, direct importation, logistics, inventory management and marketing, achieving 25% supplier cost savings and 30% lead-time reduction.
Head of Technology
Citibank, NA
Jan 1997 - Dec 2000 (3 years 11 months)
Served as Head of Technology, leading technology initiatives and operations for Citibank's Nassau office (1997–2000).
Consulting Associate
Booz Allen Hamilton
Jan 1995 - Dec 1997 (2 years 11 months)
Worked as a Consulting Associate providing strategy and management consulting services to clients in 1995–1997.
Management Consultant
American Management Systems
Jan 1993 - Dec 1995 (2 years 11 months)
Provided management consulting and systems analysis services from 1993–1995, supporting business transformation and IT initiatives.
Computer Programmer
The Vanguard Group
Jan 1990 - Dec 1991 (1 year 11 months)
Performed computer programming duties supporting financial systems at Vanguard during 1990–1991.
Systems Engineer
Electronic Data Systems
Jan 1987 - Dec 1990 (3 years 11 months)
Worked as a Systems Engineer in Luton, England from 1987–1990, supporting IT systems and infrastructure projects.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UVUniversity of Virginia
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Master of Business Administration completed in May 1993 at the University of Virginia.
RLRoyal Holloway, University of London
Bachelor of Science, Physics
Grade: Honors
Honors Bachelor of Science in Physics completed in June 1987 at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
BarbadosAuthorized to work in
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