Emmanuel Paul
Swindon,Wiltshire
Summary
Strategic Procurement Professional and Affiliate member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) with expertise in sourcing, Supplier relationship management and Onboarding. Skilled in coordinating work and Material flow to meet project schedules while fostering strong Strategic relationships. Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office, Excel, Oracle, and SAP, with a focus on achieving quality and delivery targets.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Interim Category Manager
National Grid PLC
London
09.2025 - Current
- Supported regulated project procurement activities, ensuring sourcing decisions aligned with PCR 2015 compliance requirements and internal governance frameworks.
- Collaborated with category and sourcing teams to identify qualified, compliant suppliers, supporting fair competition and robust supplier selection.
- Prepared project procurement documentation, including requirements definition and sourcing content, to inform compliant tendering strategies.
- Managed supplier lead times, delivery schedules, and order deadlines, ensuring operational continuity and project milestone adherence.
- Participated in stage-gate and assurance reviews, identifying procurement, commercial, and delivery risks at key project milestones.
- Conducted supplier risk and readiness assessments, applying structured evaluation methodologies consistent with regulated procurement best practice.
Procurement Manager
Oxwash Limited
Swindon, Wiltshire
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Led end-to-end regulated procurement activities across three operational sites, ensuring compliance with PCR 2015 principles of transparency, equal treatment, non-discrimination, and proportionality by, transitioning governance to align with PA 2023 objectives.
- Developed and implemented procurement strategies and sourcing plans aligned to business objectives, delivering value for money, competition, and sustainable outcomes.
- Managed tendering and supplier selection processes, including market engagement, supplier due diligence, evaluation criteria development, and contract award recommendations.
- Conducted contract risk assessments and assurance reviews, ensuring contracts were fit for purpose, commercially robust, and compliant with procurement regulations.
- Oversaw supplier performance management, implementing KPIs, continuous improvement plans, and remediation strategies for underperforming suppliers.
- Maintained accurate spend analysis and audit-ready procurement records, supporting governance, internal controls, and future regulatory scrutiny under PA 2023.
Senior Buyer
Graham Smith UK
Brinkworth, Wiltshire
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Built and managed strategic supplier relationships, driving competitive pricing, quality improvement, and continuity of supply.
- Led category management activities, including budget ownership, demand forecasting, and cost control.
- Issued and managed purchase orders in line with internal governance and delegated authority limits.
- Supported fair and competitive sourcing activities, applying structured RFQ and supplier evaluation processes aligned with public procurement principles.
- Identified and mitigated supply chain risks, developing contingency and mitigation strategies.
- Negotiated improved credit terms and limits, improving cash flow and financial resilience.
Buyer Coordinator
The Rock London (UK) Ltd
London
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Supported procurement planning and forecasting, ensuring proportional and efficient sourcing decisions.
- Maintained and improved supplier performance and relationships, supporting fair treatment and contract compliance.
- Assisted with order planning, logistics coordination, and inbound delivery management.
- Conducted market analysis to identify new suppliers and products, supporting competition and innovation.
- Ensured procurement processes followed internal controls, governance standards, and best practice.
- Supported wider commercial teams to ensure procurement delivery aligned with business needs.
Procurement Buyer
Global Point Limited
Lagos
06.2016 - 10.2020
- Oversaw supplier pricing, delivery performance, and service levels, aligning with organisational targets.
- Streamlined order processing and resolved delivery issues, ensuring uninterrupted supply.
- Placed and managed purchase orders through ERP systems, ensuring compliance with internal controls and approval frameworks.
- Supported sourcing, RFQ processes, benchmarking, and supplier evaluation activities.
- Coordinated with warehouse and operations teams for efficient inbound delivery management.
- Reconciled supplier invoices, resolving discrepancies in line with financial governance.
Education
Master of Science - Management of Science
Middlesex University
London 01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Tai Solarin University of Education
Nigeria 01.2013 - 12.2017
Skills
Sourcing and procurement
Marketing analysis techniques
RFP and RFQ processes
Regulatory compliance in procurement
Benchmarking strategies
Crown commercial frameworks expertise
Supplier relationship management
Effective negotiation tactics
Product lifecycle awareness
understanding Technical specifications
Departmental spend control
Career Highlights
- Delivered significant value for money outcomes, achieving annual cost savings of up to £250,000 through compliant sourcing, contract optimisation, and supplier negotiations.
- Strengthened procurement governance and transparency by designing and implementing structured procurement processes, ERP systems, and demand management controls.
- Demonstrated strong regulatory and policy compliance, supporting procurement activities aligned with PCR 2015 principles and evolving Procurement Act 2023 objectives.
- Improved supplier performance and contract delivery by implementing supplier relationship management frameworks, performance monitoring, and corrective action plans.
- Supported effective financial stewardship, improving credit control, managing aged inventory, and ensuring accurate spend visibility and audit-ready records.
- Led and supported fair, open, and competitive procurement processes, ensuring equal treatment of suppliers and robust decision-making.
- Contributed to sustainable and socially responsible procurement outcomes, embedding green procurement practices and long-term value considerations.
- Recognised for effective stakeholder engagement and supplier management, supporting operational delivery across multi-site and project environments.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Interim Category Manager
National Grid PLC
09.2025 - Current
Procurement Manager
Oxwash Limited
10.2023 - 09.2025
Senior Buyer
Graham Smith UK
03.2022 - 09.2023
Buyer Coordinator
The Rock London (UK) Ltd
12.2020 - 03.2022
Master of Science - Management of Science
Middlesex University
01.2020 - 01.2021
Procurement Buyer
Global Point Limited
06.2016 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Tai Solarin University of Education
01.2013 - 12.2017