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
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