Albert Morton (MCIPS)
Buckinghamshire
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in procurement and supply chain management with a strong focus on negotiation and logistics. Expertise in commodity brokerage, inventory management, waste management and operational procedures, leading to improved efficiency and cost savings. Proven success in B2B account management and customer service, fostering strong relationships and driving sales growth. Committed to ethical practices, health and safety compliance, and implementing sustainable business strategies.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Business Owner / Director
Terraform Metals and Scrap
Benoni, South Africa
2020.08 - 2025.05
- Executed proactive environmental scans, identifying emerging business development opportunities and minimising operational risks.
- Coordinated nationwide meetings with sellers and buyers to uncover new sales prospects.
- Managed procurement and sales cycles, negotiating contracts with national scrap metal suppliers.
- Engaged in B2B supplier relationship management, enhancing retention and increasing lifetime value.
- Oversaw business accounts and financial operations, ensuring fiscal responsibility at all levels.
- Ensured compliance with ISO 14001 standards for hazardous waste transport and management.
- Forged strategic partnerships with suppliers while optimising sales channels for critical materials.
- Secured competitive pricing according to market indices, maximising benefits for suppliers and end users.
Business Unit Developer and Raw Materials Procurement Specialist
First National Battery
Benoni, South Africa
2014.06 - 2020.07
- Established and developed strategic business unit, facilitating organisational growth.
- Managed comprehensive aspects of budget forecasting and Capex planning.
- Set departmental goals and budgets aligned with organisational requirements.
- Generated reports to monitor achievement of goals within budget constraints.
- Collaborated with inter-governmental departments to ensure legislative compliance.
- Sourced and negotiated raw material acquisitions to optimise supply chains.
- Facilitated training for suppliers on waste management handling and transport best practices.
- Led departmental team to achieve KPIs related to onsite waste management.
Procurement Manager
Watt Africa
Boksburg
2007.11 - 2014.05
- Conducted face-to-face meetings to promote and sell a range of business services and opportunities across Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, and Mozambique.
- Oversaw comprehensive 3PL and 4PL service management for clients, enhancing supply chain efficiency.
- Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures that optimised operational workflows.
- Acted as the primary account and relationship manager for strategic clients, cultivating robust partnerships.
- Managed supplier relations and contract oversight to ensure compliance and client satisfaction.
- Handled all administrative functions within the Procurement Department to improve organisational efficiency.
Restaurant Manager
33 High Street Restaurant
Modderfontien
2006.03 - 2007.07
Store Manager
The Bread Basket Group
Bedfordview
2004.09 - 2006.02
Restaurant Manager
Sant' Anna Restaurant
Dunkeld
2003.05 - 2004.08
Restaurant Manager
Gardel's Restaurant
Bedfordview
2002.01 - 2003.04
Restaurant Manager
Chave D'Ouro Restaurant
Bedfordview
2001.01 - 2002.01
Bar Manager
Sound Republic
Leicester Square
1999.01 - 2000.12
Bar Manager
Planet 9-Ball
Tampa Bay
1998.01 - 1998.12
Education
MCIPS Professional Diploma - Leadership in Procurement & Supply, Corporate and Business Strategy, and Strategic Supply Chain Management
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Stamford, Lincolnshire 2018.01 - 2025.06
Advanced Diploma - Management in Procurement & Supply, Managing Risks in Supply Chains, and Improving Competitiveness of Supply Chains
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Stamford, Lincolnshire 2017.01 - 2017.12
Diploma - Contexts of Procurement and Supply, Business Needs in Procurement and Supply, and Negotiating and Contracting
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Stamford, Lincolnshire 2016.01 - 2016.12
Certificate - Sales Management
The Knowledge Academy
2025.05 - 2025.06
Certificate - Customer Relationship Management
The Knowledge Academy
2025.05 - 2025.06
Advanced Certificate - Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
UNISA (University of South Africa)
2012.01 - 2012.12
Certificate - Procurement and Supply Management
UNISA (University of South Africa)
2011.01 - 2011.12
Grade 12 - Completed Matric with University Exemption
Athlone Boys High School
1994.01 - 1994.12
Skills
- Procurement and supply chain management
- Negotiation and logistics
- Commodity brokerage and inventory management
- Operational procedures
- B2B account and sales management
- Relationship building
- Analytical and organizational skills
- Problem-solving strategies
- Customer service excellence
- Team leadership
- Health and safety compliance
- Hospitality expertise
- Agility and adaptability
- Ethical conduct
- B2B partnerships
- Environmental sustainability implementation
- Networking proficiency
- Customer focus
- Customer Service
- Business administration
- Business development
- Issue resolution
- Bookkeeping
- Operations management
- Logistics management
- Financial management
- Human resources management
- Business planning
- Motivational leadership
- Customer relationship management
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Inventory management
Personal Information
Title: Relationship Specialist
Affiliations
- Family Time
- Motorcycles and Cars
- Cooking
- Hiking
- Gaming
- Travel and Driving
- History
- Reading
Certification
I am a Member of The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) - This is a Professional Designation and Global Recognition that signifies the achievement of excellence in Procurement and Supply Management. It indicates that I have achieved a high level of competency, skills and ethical standards within the Procurement profession.
Languages
English
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate - Sales Management
The Knowledge Academy
2025.05 - 2025.06
Certificate - Customer Relationship Management
The Knowledge Academy
2025.05 - 2025.06
Business Owner / Director
Terraform Metals and Scrap
2020.08 - 2025.05
MCIPS Professional Diploma - Leadership in Procurement & Supply, Corporate and Business Strategy, and Strategic Supply Chain Management
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
2018.01 - 2025.06
Advanced Diploma - Management in Procurement & Supply, Managing Risks in Supply Chains, and Improving Competitiveness of Supply Chains
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
2017.01 - 2017.12
Diploma - Contexts of Procurement and Supply, Business Needs in Procurement and Supply, and Negotiating and Contracting
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
2016.01 - 2016.12
Business Unit Developer and Raw Materials Procurement Specialist
First National Battery
2014.06 - 2020.07
Advanced Certificate - Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
UNISA (University of South Africa)
2012.01 - 2012.12
Certificate - Procurement and Supply Management
UNISA (University of South Africa)
2011.01 - 2011.12
Procurement Manager
Watt Africa
2007.11 - 2014.05
Restaurant Manager
33 High Street Restaurant
2006.03 - 2007.07
Store Manager
The Bread Basket Group
2004.09 - 2006.02
Restaurant Manager
Sant' Anna Restaurant
2003.05 - 2004.08
Restaurant Manager
Gardel's Restaurant
2002.01 - 2003.04
Restaurant Manager
Chave D'Ouro Restaurant
2001.01 - 2002.01
Bar Manager
Sound Republic
1999.01 - 2000.12
Bar Manager
Planet 9-Ball
1998.01 - 1998.12
Grade 12 - Completed Matric with University Exemption
Athlone Boys High School
1994.01 - 1994.12