Summary
An experienced and versatile General Business Manager and Procurement Specialist with a proven track record of success within a variety of highly competitive market sectors. Commercially astute, results orientated with effective operational management skills and the ability to improve profitability through efficiency improvements. With maturity has also the pan ash to indentify lean processes and cost saving objectives in any style of business direct materials or indirect services including labour and sub contractors.
Expertise in procurement strategy and management with experience of strategic planning, budget control, high level negotiation, contract management, change management, shift management, increasing margins & profitability, P&L, supplier liaison, negotiation, logistics, knowledge of contractual law, process improvements, teambuilding, leadership, trainer of SAP MM,QM and motivation at all levels.3PL operations and sub contractors leasing and rentals of equipment and premises.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
• Handling the management and development of various operational departments
• Working with senior management teams and directors on strategic planning activities
• Supporting maintenance, IT, accounts, stock control and procurement departments
• Reviewing process to identify key areas for improvement and procedural change
• Developing and implementing improved processes to increase efficiency and reliability
• Controlling budgets and resource allocation activities in line with strategic plans
PROCUREMENT
• Leading high level negotiations with suppliers to ensure value for money
• Monitoring supplier performance to ensure achievement of service level agreements
• Establishing good working relationships with suppliers, leading to improved terms
• Observing supplier market to identify potential price reductions & service improvements
• Developing and implementing processes and systems to monitor equipment levels
• Reviewing incoming, high value, invoices for accuracy before authorisation for payment
• Able to operate as a Tactical or Strategic buyer or Project Manager or SAP or MRP Trainer.
LEADERSHIP
• Providing leadership, guidance and support to dedicated, multifunctional teams
• Controlling virtual teams and individuals across the globe to drive performance levels
• Developing and implementing training programmes to ensure high skill levels
Expertise in procurement strategy and management with experience of strategic planning, budget control, high level negotiation, contract management, change management, shift management, increasing margins & profitability, P&L, supplier liaison, negotiation, logistics, knowledge of contractual law, process improvements, teambuilding, leadership, trainer of SAP MM,QM and motivation at all levels.3PL operations and sub contractors leasing and rentals of equipment and premises.
Expertise
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
• Handling the management and development of various operational departments
• Working with senior management teams and directors on strategic planning activities
• Supporting maintenance, IT, accounts, stock control and procurement departments
• Reviewing process to identify key areas for improvement and procedural change
• Developing and implementing improved processes to increase efficiency and reliability
• Controlling budgets and resource allocation activities in line with strategic plans
PROCUREMENT
• Leading high level negotiations with suppliers to ensure value for money
• Monitoring supplier performance to ensure achievement of service level agreements
• Establishing good working relationships with suppliers, leading to improved terms
• Observing supplier market to identify potential price reductions & service improvements
• Developing and implementing processes and systems to monitor equipment levels
• Reviewing incoming, high value, invoices for accuracy before authorisation for payment
• Able to operate as a Tactical or Strategic buyer or Project Manager or SAP or MRP Trainer.
LEADERSHIP
• Providing leadership, guidance and support to dedicated, multifunctional teams
• Controlling virtual teams and individuals across the globe to drive performance levels
• Developing and implementing training programmes to ensure high skill levels
Experience
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Andy De-adman Ltd
Director
- Current
Qualifications
MBA CIPS PLH
Clubs and Associations
CIPS
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Interests and Hobbies
Cooking