Lewis Jones
Cannock,Staffordshire
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in supply chain development, supplier management, and change implementation. Demonstrates strong financial acumen, budgeting and forecasting capabilities, and proficiency in data-driven decision-making to optimise performance. Skilled in supplier negotiations, performance monitoring, and understanding technical specifications to drive efficiency and achieve organisational goals.
Offering strong foundation in supply chain management and vendor relations. Knowledgeable about negotiation tactics, budgeting, and project management with focus on building strong partnerships and streamlining processes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Sales/Purchasing Manager
Plastics Plus Ltd
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
2011.01 - Current
- Managed key accounts, resulting in consistent revenue generation.
- Achieved cost savings for the company by negotiating favourable contract terms with suppliers.
- Improved supplier/customer relationships by conducting regular review meetings and addressing concerns promptly.
- Negotiated lucrative contracts to secure long-term client commitment.
- Analysed market reports to identify trends and update strategies.
- Provided comprehensive onboarding training to reduce learning curve for new hires.
- Managed stock control efficiently, reducing waste and increasing productivity.
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Managed inventory levels efficiently, avoiding stockouts or excess inventory.
- Ensured compliance with company policies.
Account Manager
GM Partsworld Ltd
Cannock, Cannock
2008.08 - 2011.01
- Assured timely delivery of products and services to meet customer expectations.
- Collaborated with sales team for achieving shared objectives.
- Identified new business opportunities that enhanced growth potential of the company.
- Drove high-level B2B sales meetings to secure large scale contracts, enhancing market presence significantly.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton 2025.09 - 2029.08
Skills
- Technical understanding
- Supply chain development and management
- Supplier negotiations
- Performance monitoring
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Data-driven decision-making
- Operations management
- Bidding processes
Timeline
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Wolverhampton
2025.09 - 2029.08
Sales/Purchasing Manager
Plastics Plus Ltd
2011.01 - Current
Account Manager
GM Partsworld Ltd
2008.08 - 2011.01