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Mike Harris

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Head of Research akd Development at Potter & Moore Innovations
📍 United Kingdom

Mike Harris is an experienced Head of Research and Development and a Chartered Chemist with a history in major retail at Sainsburys. He is a technical professional skilled in consumer products, quality management, and manufacturing, with a degree from Anglia Ruskin University.

Outside of his professional life, Mike is noted for his strategic thinking and calm demeanor under pressure, which has been compared to his skills as a chess player. He is passionate about doing whats right for both customers and the planet.

Unique fact: Mike possesses specialized expertise in intellectual property, including both patent filing and patent avoidance strategies.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Head of Research akd Development
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Product Sustainability
He is passionate about sustainability, with stated expertise in setting environmental goals and managing chemical strategies for consumer goods.
Retail Quality Management
Leverages his extensive background from Sainsbury's in managing quality, manufacturing processes, and supplier relationships for consumer products.
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Career

Work history

6-2025
Head of Research akd Development
Potter & Moore Innovations
6-2023 - 6-2025
Head of Quality
Muddles Green
2-2018 - 6-2023
Head of Technical-General Merchandise
Sainsbury's
12-2015 - 2-2018
Category Technical Manager-Household and Pet Food
Sainsbury's
4-2015 - 12-2015
Technical Manager-Household
Sainsbury's
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Education
1993 - 1995
BSc (HONS)
Anglia Ruskin University
1989 - 1992
HND Physical Science
Nottingham Trent University
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