Bob Chermin

Partner, OC&C Strategy Consultants

BENELUX

Partner at OC&C Strategy Consultants – a leading strategy consulting firm with deep sector specialism in Retail & Consumer industries, and a footprint of 18 offices and >700 consulting staff globally. Bob is based in Rotterdam and co-leads OC&C’s Global Home & DIY Centre of Excellence and is a Leader in the international Data Analytics Team. He has deep knowledge of the DIY sector drawn from extensive consulting experience across board level strategy work and transaction commercial diligence. Bob has significant experience with both retailers and brands in the Home & DIY space, working with category captains and leading multi-nationals across a full range of strategic topics. His retail clients include DIY Retailers, Category specialists (e.g Kitchens Retailers, Bathroom retailers), Furniture retailers, Online generalists, Discounters, Direct to Trade propositions and D2C Participants, whilst on the supplier side he works across a broad range of categories (including Insulation, HVAC, Wood, Outdoor Structures, Flooring, Bathroom, Lighting,  Furniture, Power Tools, Storage, and beyond).