Daniel Woodward
Shrewsbury,UK
Summary
Accomplished Supply Chain Professional experienced in developing supply chain strategies, optimising inventory control, and assessing vendor performance. Delivered measurable savings through effective budgeting, forecasting, and contractual negotiations while enhancing procurement operations and supplier negotiations. Focused on driving efficiency and value across supply chain processes.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
38
38
years of professional experience
Work history
Procurement manager in Chemical Industry
Agilent Technologies
Church Stretton, Shropshire
06.2012 - 02.2026
- Achieved cost reduction with strategic sourcing and vendor negotiations.
- Oversaw creation of purchase orders, ensuring compliance and reducing errors.
- Managed implementation of e-procurement SAP system, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conducted market research to identify and assess potential suppliers' capabilities.
Chemist Production
Polymer Laboratories
Church Stretton, Shropshire
06.2000 - 06.2012
- Optimised existing chemical manufacturing processes for enhanced production yield.
- Achieved improved laboratory safety by implementing rigorous chemical handling procedures.
- Conducted regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Executed regular checks to maintain laboratory adherence to regulatory standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on lab equipment to ensure optimal operational conditions.
- Followed stringent waste disposal protocols, minimising environmental impact from lab activities.
Chemist R&D
Polymer Laboratories
Church Stretton, Shropshire
06.1995 - 06.2000
- Synthesised organic compounds following strict procedural guidelines, ensuring product consistency.
- Developed detailed experimental methodologies to meet research objectives, facilitating successful project completion.
- Employed chromatography techniques to isolate specific substances, enhancing accuracy in analysis.
- Conducted routine maintenance on lab equipment, ensuring reliability and precision in research outcomes.
Shop worker
Halsteads
Haslingden, Lancashire
03.1988 - 05.1991
- Kept shelves stocked and neat, enhancing store appearance.
- Organised stock and checkout area proactively between serving customers to maintain orderly shop floor.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally for improved customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with the management on daily operations to improve store performance.
Education
GCSEs -
HASLINGDEN High School
Haslingden, Lancashire 09.1986 - 07.1988
National Diplomer in Science - Science
Blackburn College
Blackburn 09.1988 - 06.1990
BSC in Applied Chemisty - Chemistry
De Montfort University
Leicester 09.1991 - 06.1995
Skills
- Supply chain strategy
- Vendor assessment
- Contract negotiations
- Vendor relationship management
- Cost optimisation
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Inventory control understanding
- Technical specifications
Timeline
Procurement manager in Chemical Industry
Agilent Technologies
06.2012 - 02.2026
Chemist Production
Polymer Laboratories
06.2000 - 06.2012
Chemist R&D
Polymer Laboratories
06.1995 - 06.2000
BSC in Applied Chemisty - Chemistry
De Montfort University
09.1991 - 06.1995
National Diplomer in Science - Science
Blackburn College
09.1988 - 06.1990
Shop worker
Halsteads
03.1988 - 05.1991
GCSEs -
HASLINGDEN High School
09.1986 - 07.1988