Daniel Tarling

As commercial buyer for the current company, i work alongside contracts managers to ensure each project is maximised to make profit along with providing solutions to issues and providing input for improvements and better buying.

Along with the key points below i have also overlooked a company changeover to a new software to enable the company operations to be carried out in a more efficient manner.

• Ensuring relationships with suppliers and customers are maintained to a high standard.
• I assist with stock control within the office stores along with site equipment including van maintenance & machinery.
• For cost-efficiency, sourced products from various international suppliers.
• I provide support to higher management on day to day office issues along with producing reports on costings for all projects.
• The purpose of my role is to negotiate and procure materials, plant & equipment ensuring that the most competitive price is always achieved.
• Ensuring the delivery date of materials in accordance with the programme and project plans, working closely with Contract Managers.
• I have built an established strong relationship with suppliers and come to agreements of yearly price lists.
• I am responsible for placing sub-contract orders in the most cost-effective way & compliant with the works requested.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, vendors & suitable subcontractors
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers & subcontractors
• Negotiate terms and pricing with suppliers & subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and favourable conditions
• Monitor supplier & subcontractor performance and resolve any issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Check & negotiate payment terms – reporting to Contract Managers & High management
• Source and procure products or services in accordance with company requirements and budget
• Place orders & check procurement periods
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement transactions
• Evaluate pricing structures and manage cost-control measures
• Analyse and compare quotes from different suppliers & subcontractors to ensure the most cost-effective solutions
• Work closely with finance & contract teams to ensure budgets are adhered to and cost savings are achieved
• Maintain accurate documentation of all purchasing transactions
• Prepare reports on spending, supplier & subcontractor performance, and inventory status for senior management
• Produce a procurement schedule for tracking project costs & expenditure
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and regulations
• Work with departments such as Contracts Managers, Estimating, Accounts and Suppliers to align purchasing with project aims
• Communicate with internal teams regarding product availability, price changes, and delivery terms
• Developed comprehensive purchasing plans to align with business objectives.
• Analysed market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Implemented inventory management practices to reduce waste and improve turnover.
• Collaborated with legal teams to review terms and conditions of contracts prior to execution.
• All the companies works are run through Microsoft office or job logic which i have a high degree of knowledge and use of.
• I have a good understand & able to use AutoCAD efficiently from drawing setup through to final issue
• I have experience in working on BREEAM projects along with producing and maintaining H&S, O&M information.

Previously within the same company i was a contracts manger managing various high value commercial installations which involved securing quotes, purchasing for all aspects of the projects along wise attending site visits and ensuring the site works are carried out to a high standard

As a contracts manager i attended weekly site visits for progress and issue solving, these projects were majority of commercial projects (schools, hospices, offices, community centres) along with some domestic projects (house builds, refurbishments)

With working in a small office based company the role of contract manager within this company involved being involved at tender stage (producing take offs, obtain quotes, producing RFI's, submitting the tender cost) then on to carrying out pre contract meetings (responding to questions from the main contractor,producing schedule of rates, providing project portfolios) then once the project has been awarded,carrying out the running of the project ensuring the project is run on time and to a high standard. then finally to handover, dealing with handover documents commissioning and final handover.

All project interim payments based on site works were carried out by myself. Along with quoting any variations through out the projects

• Managed contract negotiations ensuring compliance with legal standards and organisational policies.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders to facilitate contract execution.
• Reviewed and analysed contract terms identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Implemented process improvements enhancing contract administration efficiency and accuracy.
• Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in contract management and negotiation techniques.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on contract deliverables and timelines.
• Prepared detailed reports on contract performance and compliance for senior management review.
• Developed detailed contract specifications to meet client expectations.
• Monitoring contract lifecycle activities to ensure timely renewals and amendments are executed.
• All the companies works are run through Microsoft office or job logic which i have a high degree of knowledge and use of.
• I have a good understand & able to use AutoCAD efficiently from drawing setup through to final issue
• I have experience in working on BREEAM projects along with producing and maintaining H&S, O&M information.
• I have experience in providing training records and use of systems to ensure all records are kept up to date.
• I provide support to higher management on day to day office issues along with producing reports on costings for all projects.

Further experience within the same company has been as service manager where i led a team of 5 engineers in carrying out the service requirements of various schools & businesses throughout Gloucestershire with some further a field.

This involved dealing with an ever changing need for engineers to attend various businesses etc and to be pragmatic in assessing the best engineers and where there would be the least disruption to booked in works.

As part of this role i was tasked with attending businesses to carry out quotations and advise on solutions to issues. This required good customer service along with being able to cope with an ever changing workload.

I was also tasked within this role with dealing with all quotations, ordering, invoices and staff requirements(managing holidays, timesheets etc)

• Oversaw daily operations ensuring high-quality service delivery across multiple departments.
• Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and service efficiency.
• Facilitated training sessions for staff to improve service skills and operational knowledge.
• Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely supply of resources and maintain service standards.

As trainee contracts manager i attended city of Bath college to work my way through 3 Years of National Certificate in Building Services which i completed with Distinction and then onto Higher National Certificate in Building Services which was also over 3 years and completed with Merit/Distinction.

During this time whilst also at college i worked along side senior contracts managers on non college days where i learnt skills, knowledge and experience in preparation to completing my courses.