Caitlin Bathgate
Pulham Market,Norfolk
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in demand management, quality assurance & control, and contract negotiations. Demonstrates strong leadership in staff training and development, alongside proficiency in supply chain & procurement and inventory management. Adept at problem resolution and performance management, fostering relationship development to enhance planning & scheduling processes. Committed to driving operational excellence and efficiency through strategic initiatives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Vaccination School Administrator
Vaccination UK
Norfolk
2024.09 - 2025.12
- Assisted in coordinating delivery of immunisation programmes for school-age children.
- Supported administrative tasks by maintaining accurate records and preparing necessary documentation for school visits.
- Facilitated safe transport and storage of vaccinations while promoting collaboration among teams, schools, and families.
- Contributed to evaluation and reporting on health promotion initiatives within the programme.
Temporary Contracts
Various Roles in Administration (Agency)
Norfolk, Norfolk
2021.01 - 2024.09
- Undertook short-term contracts in various administrative, retail and hospitality roles, developing adaptability and diverse skills.
- Gained experience in customer service, team coordination and operational efficiency.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Material Planner
Lotus
Hethel, Norfolk
2019.07 - 2020.11
- Successfully led the delivery of component requirements to meet engineering demand.
- Managed supplier schedules to ensure timely delivery and aligned inventory levels with departmental objectives.
- Optimised external logistics to retain cost budgets and meet turnaround targets.
- Played a key role in ensuring efficient management of piece part spares.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Championed best practice sharing across the team for overall performance improvement.
Demand Management Specialist
BAE Systems
Marham, Norfolk
2013.04 - 2018.06
- Developed strategies to reduce maintenance costs and improve asset and inventory demand management.
- Created transparent schedules, facilitating better forecasting and cost control.
- Led the safe handling, movement and storage of high value assets.
- Enhanced KPI performance by optimising inventory management techniques and ensuring on time delivery of maintenance schedules.
- Prioritised tasks efficiently, meeting tight deadlines with ease.
- Streamlined business processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve common organisational goals.
Team Coordinator/Administrator
BAE Systems
Marham, Norfolk
2008.03 - 2013.04
- Coordinated and provided data spreadsheets for multi-functional teams working on serviceable assets.
- Maintained cost-based spreadsheets and tracked workforce time records for a team of 250 employees.
- Maintained expenses within company guidelines and produced daily reports for key stakeholders and upper management.
- Encouraged open communication within the team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires, ensuring quick acclimation to the team's processes.
- Monitored project progress with regular check-ins and updates.
- Provided support during high-pressure situations, contributing to successful crisis management.
- Maintained an organised workspace, promoting a more productive working environment.
Education
Diploma - Health and Social Studies
Luton University
Luton 09/1993 - 06/1994
BTEC - Business Studies
Kings Lynn College
Kings Lynn 09/1983 - 06/1984
Skills
- Demand Management
- Quality Assurance & Control
- Contract Negotiations
- Staff Leadership & Training
- Supply Chain & Procurement
- Inventory Management
- Problem Resolution
- Performance Management
- Relationship Development
- Planning & Scheduling
Certification
- Manual Handling
- CPR
- Full Driving Licence
- DBS
References
Available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Successfully retained cost budgets through optimised external logistics and supplier schedules at Lotus.
- Increased business KPI targets at BAE Systems through improved inventory management practices.
- Developed and led health promotion initiatives as part of the school-age immunisation service at Vaccination UK.
Timeline
Vaccination School Administrator
Vaccination UK
2024.09 - 2025.12
Temporary Contracts
Various Roles in Administration (Agency)
2021.01 - 2024.09
Material Planner
Lotus
2019.07 - 2020.11
Demand Management Specialist
BAE Systems
2013.04 - 2018.06
Team Coordinator/Administrator
BAE Systems
2008.03 - 2013.04
Diploma - Health and Social Studies
Luton University
09/1993 - 06/1994
BTEC - Business Studies
Kings Lynn College
09/1983 - 06/1984