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Andrew Turner

Lincoln,Lincolnshire

Summary

Strategic planner with managerial background and forward-thinking skills. History of establishing organisational priorities, resource planning, and analysing data. Diligent and methodical leader with project management experience.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
28
28
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Procurement & Sustainability Manager

Lincolnshire Co-operative
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
11.2023 - Current
  • Lead a program of work to deliver 6 figure operating expenditure savings.
  • Compiled and managed records and documents related to environmental initiatives.
  • Coordinated strategic planning activities based on current data.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new procurement policies.
  • Monitored and reported on ongoing projects to help achieve team targets.
  • Negotiated agreements with diverse parties to support strategic plans.
  • Worked with department heads to determine requirements for procurement activities.
  • Controlled cost of goods and managed terms and business planning with supplier base for improved profitability.
  • Evaluated procurement processes and used results to improve workflows and procedures.
  • Mentored and motivated procurement colleagues to consistently meet and exceed team KPIs.
  • Introduced operational and administrative procedures to uphold integrity of procurement processes.
  • Delivered tactical cost savings by negotiating advantageous terms and conditions for new contracts, including extended payment terms.
  • Reviewed required inventory levels to keep obsolescence and cost low.

Head of Group Services

Lincolnshire Co-operative
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
04.2010 - 11.2023
  • Supported teams to overcome obstacles and reach project objectives.
  • Prepared reports and presentations to provide updates on vital project information.
  • Analysed financial performance to implement key improvement strategies.
  • Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
  • Analysed system and software requirements to meet operational needs.
  • Negotiated cost-efficient prices with vendors for new systems and services.
  • Advised on Information and communications technology policy and process improvements.
  • Planned and coordinated preventative maintenance and reactive repair work to maintain cost efficiency.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance and allocated needed resources to meet standards.

Various Management Roles Across The Business

Lincolnshire Co-operative
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
04.1988 - 04.2010

Crew manager

Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
04.2019 - Current

Education

GCSEs - English

The Banovallum School, Horncastle
09.1982 - 09.1987

GCSEs - Maths

The Banovallum School, Horncastle
09.1982 - 09.1987

GCSEs - Geography

The Banovallum School, Horncastle
09.1982 - 09.1987

GCSEs - Chemistry

The Banovallum School, Horncastle
09.1982 - 09.1987

GCSEs - Biology

The Banovallum School, Horncastle
09.1982 - 09.1987

Diploma in Management Studies - Business Management

The Open University, Milton Keynes
04.1991 - 04.1993

Executive Diploma in Strategic Management - Business Management

Chartered Management Institute, London
02.2006 - 06.2006

Sustainability Leadersip - Sustainability

University of Cambridge, Cambridge
10.2023 - 12.2023

Skills

  • Contract management
  • Commercial negotiation
  • Budget analysis
  • Risk Management
  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Strategic planning

Affiliations

  • Enjoy playing golf to a reasonable standard.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Procurement & Sustainability Manager - Lincolnshire Co-operative
11.2023 - Current
University of Cambridge - Sustainability Leadersip, Sustainability
10.2023 - 12.2023
Crew manager - Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue
04.2019 - Current
Head of Group Services - Lincolnshire Co-operative
04.2010 - 11.2023
Chartered Management Institute - Executive Diploma in Strategic Management, Business Management
02.2006 - 06.2006
The Open University - Diploma in Management Studies, Business Management
04.1991 - 04.1993
Various Management Roles Across The Business - Lincolnshire Co-operative
04.1988 - 04.2010
The Banovallum School - GCSEs, English
09.1982 - 09.1987
The Banovallum School - GCSEs, Maths
09.1982 - 09.1987
The Banovallum School - GCSEs, Geography
09.1982 - 09.1987
The Banovallum School - GCSEs, Chemistry
09.1982 - 09.1987
The Banovallum School - GCSEs, Biology
09.1982 - 09.1987

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