Adam Kalka

Data-driven Portfolio Manager with experience delivering process and performance improvements within fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environments. Proven in analysing operational performance, identifying improvement opportunities, redesigning processes and leading cross-functional initiatives from investigation through to implementation. Experienced in translating complex operational data into practical actions, improving resource utilisation and embedding stronger governance and ways of working.

Strong stakeholder management, project leadership and analytical capability, with advanced Excel skills.

PORTFOLIO MANAGER at Greencore (2026-05 – Present)

• Manage the Grocery portfolio of approximately 500 SKUs and 270 million units annually, balancing customer, commercial, operational and development priorities
• Analyse portfolio performance, commercial opportunities, volume and operational constraints to support prioritisation and investment decisions
• Partner with Commercial, Development and Operations teams to evaluate customer opportunities and translate analysis into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders
• Prioritised and planned development capacity across three major customer tenders, helping secure incremental volume in all three
• Drive improved Grocery portfolio governance through Stage & Gate, weekly ITP and monthly IBP processes, strengthening visibility of performance, opportunities and risks

PORTFOLIO MANAGER/ANALYST at Greencore (2025-09 – 2026-05)

• Managed the Sushi portfolio of approximately 50 SKUs and 20 million units annually, providing analysis and recommendations across commercial, customer and operational priorities
• Produced KPI reporting and portfolio analysis to identify performance trends, risks and opportunities and communicate clear actions to stakeholders
• Built a workload capacity model using operational and stakeholder data to improve resource planning and support commercial prioritisation
• Analysed competing projects and customer requirements to help focus resource on the highest-value opportunities
• Worked cross-functionally with Commercial, Development, Operations and other functions to convert complex information into practical business recommendations

PORTFOLIO ANALYST at Greencore (2025-01 – 2025-09)

• Designed and implemented a Workload Capacity Model, improving project prioritisation and resource planning
• Mapped and tested redesigned project-submission processes, identifying usability and efficiency issues
• Standardised IBP KPI reporting and produced supporting process documentation

SPORT PRESENTATION MANAGER / SHOWCALLER at Freelance (2023-03 – 2024-12)

• Managed production teams of around 15 and coordinated international stakeholders at events including the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and World Aquatics Championships
• Made high-pressure, real-time decisions and resolved operational issues to ensure seamless live delivery

COMMERCIAL ANALYST at Buzz Bingo (2021-07 – 2023-03)

• Analysed customer and commercial performance, identifying trends and translating findings into clear recommendations for senior leadership
• Led a major customer segmentation project that influenced marketing strategy and delivered a 25% improvement in targeted campaign effectiveness

RETAIL BUSINESS PARTNER at American Golf (2019-01 – 2021-07)

• Established credibility quickly within FP&A team, leading to the creation of a dedicated Business Partner role within six months
• Presented performance insight and root-cause analysis alongside Directors and the CEO, recommending actions that supported retail sales growth

FP&A ANALYST at American Golf (2018-07 – 2019-01)

First Class Honours in SPORTS MARKETING/MANAGEMENT – Manchester Metropolitan University (2014-09 – 2018-07)