I love nothing better than going on long walks with my wife and our 3 dogs There is nothing like being around nature to clear your mind and rejuvenate you, which I think is extremely important in ensuring a quality work, life balance
Sarah Wheble
Procurement Analyst
Salisbury
Summary
Dependable and Loyal employee with 15 years plus within a professional Procurement and stock replenishment environment.
Yet still eager to learn and develop industry knowledge to assist and support a Procurement team.
Committed and reliable communicator with excellent organisation and time management skills.
Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion and willing to take on challenging new roles harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and always driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Procurement Analyst
Sopra Steria
Salisbury
10.2018 - 01.2025
- My primary role is the Procurement of software and Hardware as required by our client
- A typical day would involve receiving a request via the Service Desk platform 'Service Now.'
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, enhanced supply chain functionality.
- Obtain quotes from our preferred suppliers list
- formal quote will be prepared for our client using the best price or any criteria the client has stipulated such as the quickest lead time, warranty and added extras
- Purchase request will be raised, once approved by the budget holder the request will be sent to the relevant supplier
- This role also includes chasing up suppliers for ETA's, proof of delivery and if the order is for Software then requesting Fulfilment/ Proof of entitlement details
- Management of any incoming Software/licencing ensuring the details are correct before passing over to our Software Management Team
- I am also involved in the ordering of Secure Mobile phone contracts and devices for our client, ensuring all contract information is updated onto databases, also manage the invoices for all the mobile contracts, ensuring all are uploaded for the client to peruse and to ensure all the billing is correct
- On a monthly basis I have to produce a report of all invoices for the relevant month that would then passed to the clients' accounts payable team
- Maintained updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices.
- Liaised with third party suppliers to facilitate shipment of materials, reducing lead times.
- Sourced and verified quotations from suppliers before initiating purchase processes.
- Minimised customer complaints by verifying procured items met required quality standards.
Goods-In/Despatch Team Leader
Flowplant Group Ltd
Salisbury
10.2017 - 10.2018
- This role involved the running of a very busy Goods-in, Despatch and stock room
- Main duties included organising the daily work load within a small team
- Booking in of all deliveries,
- Due to the size of our deliveries I gained my Forklift licence
- Dispatch of finished products and all items sold by the Sales team
- Arrange collection and delivery for all items national and international
- Cyclical checks on random 100 stock items to ensure all stock levels are correct
- Although a small family company it was extremely busy and the stock/build turnaround was very quick therefore our day was very full on and demanding which require me to be positive and focused throughout the working day
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Supported new hires through onboarding process for speedy and successful training.
- Coached team members through new or difficult workflows.
- Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
- Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
- Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.
Residential Support Worker
Wessex College
Salisbury
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Supporting young vulnerable people with challenging behaviour in their day to day lives and help to create and maintain a positive living and learning environment
- Actively encouraged and supported the children to take part in activities within community
- The shifts were 24hrs, we lived together in a large house to promote the family feel of the environment
- Ensure that Safeguarding and health and safety regulations are adhered to.
- Improved practical support for residents, working collaboratively with social services.
- Assisted residents to achieve daily living skills.
- Kept accurate records to ensure continuity of care for residents.
- Identified potential triggers leading to behavioural outbursts, minimising incidents of unrest within the community setting.
- Promoted social inclusion by supporting individual interests, hobbies and social activities.
- Deescalated tense situations through use of effective communication strategies, maintaining peace within the residential facility.
- Escalated critical situations swiftly, preventing harm to residents or property damage.
Telephony/Procurement Administrator
Sopra Steria
Salisbury
09.2013 - 05.2017
- This Position involved the ordering of Secure Mobile phone/Pager contracts and devices for our MOD client, ensuring all contract information is updated onto databases
- managed invoices for all the mobile contracts, ensuring all are uploaded for the client to peruse and to ensure all the billing is correct
- On a monthly basis, produce a report of all invoices for the relevant month that would then passed to the clients' accounts payable team
- Point of Contact for any mobile phone issues, faults or inquiries for which I have a direct line to the network providers Secure Accounts Help Desk who could assist with all issues
- Assisting the Procurement Team especially at busy times, with back end admin duties to include contacting suppliers to chase up order, ensuring all purchase request had relevant financial approval from the correct budget holders
- The Procurement department has peak periods of activity such as the financial year closures
- During these pressurized periods, prioritizing my workload has developed my organizational skills and my resolve for staying calm in a demanding time to ensure timescales and deliveries are met
- Ensured compliance with company's procurement policies and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
IT Stores Team leader/Administrator
Sopra Steria
Salisbury
10.2010 - 09.2013
- Running of the IT stores at DSTL Porton Down Salisbury
- Daily task included the procurement of all the store stock and also to assist the procurement team in the obtaining items for our client
- Receipting of all ordered items to also include MOD equipment ordered by the Procurement team on behalf of our client, I would then arrange the delivery of required items around the site
- The stores are responsible for ensuring all new MOD equipment is electronically placed on the Asset Management register for trace-ability
- Dealt with all un-serviceable and decommissioned items that where to be disposed of via an MOD certified contractor, This involves strict completion of MOD disposal procedures
- Actively streamlined many of the processes and procedures, making the team more efficient and ensuring a more friendly reliable service for our clients
- Communicating with suppliers and our clients at all levels either face to face, telephone or through email
- Provided comprehensive onboarding training to reduce learning curve for new hires.
- Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.
- Reported on team performance to higher leadership, proactively offering action for areas of improvement.
- Encouraged open communication, fostering a positive work culture.
- Coached team members through new or difficult workflows.
- Implemented new working methods which improved overall efficiency of the team operations.
- Resolved conflicts effectively, promoting harmony within the workforce.
- Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
- Ensured adherence to company policy by all team members, maintaining professionalism at all times.
Technical Stores Coordinator
Serco Civil Government
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Monitoring and controlling all materials, equipment and stock levels
- Ensuring all stock is regularly replenished for the work shop and field team, maintaining minimum stock levels and activating purchase processes accordingly
- Picking and dispatching to the workshop all technicians stock request
- The ordering of all stock through preferred suppliers by raising purchase orders on the company stock/Inventory system, SAP
- Ensuring delivered stock matches the purchase order and the invoice is correct to our requirements
- Forwarding all correct invoices to our Finance team for payment
- Maintaining and updating incoming/outgoing goods records customer assets and stock movements on the company database
- The dispatch of all customer equipment requests and ensuring safe secure delivery by arranging couriers
- Consistently maintaining an up to date knowledge of all new equipment developments from suppliers and ensuring all equipment is sourced and provided by the highest quality and best value suppliers
- Liaise with suppliers and our customer in regard to placed orders and requirements
- Maintaining the general upkeep of the departments and ensuring the store is managed in strict accordance with all health and safety procedures
- Undertaking general administration duties in the absence of the contract administrator and providing monthly reports to the contract manager
- Activating a returns process for defective equipment
- Responsible for implementing a stock request system allowing all technicians to only obtain required equipment, reducing the amount of stock and consumable items booked out from stores
- Asset management of our customers stock
- The updating of security encryptions into customer communication radio
- Responsible for First aid, Health and Safety issues and Fire Marshal duties
Vehicle Installations Technician
Serco Civil Government
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Install covert communications equipment and warning systems into various vehicles
- The testing of completed installations
- Checking and signing off other employees work in the absence of the Senior Technician
- Ensuring all vehicles are built to a high standard whilst meeting set timescales
- Maintain all relevant paperwork and documentation for the vehicle
- Working in a clean and safe environment
- Responsible for First aid and Health and Safety issues
- This position within Serco Civil Government is for a Law Enforcement Agency and required a SC level of Security clearance which I have held for the past 9 year
Hospital Porter
Salisbury Hospital
Salisbury
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Delivering a high standard service for various patients throughout the hospital in order to meet the internal transport needs of all wards and medical departments
- Ensuring all medical supplies/ equipment are delivered to the appropriate departments and wards
- Ensuring all medical gas cylinders such as oxygen are regularly checked and maintained at a suitable level for the use of patients
Panel Wirer
FW Murphy Ltd
Salisbury
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Assembling and wiring engine protection equipment, building wiring looms to a military standard using engineering documents and diagrams
- Conducting light test duties for all 12v and 24v equipment
- Responsible as the company's First Aid Officer and Health and Safety Assistant for ensuring the safety and well being of all staff
Assembly Operator
Woven Electronics
Salisbury
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Building wiring harnesses and looms to engineering documents, ensuring the highest levels of accuracy and attention to detail at all times
Assembler
Eurotech Electronics
Salisbury
01.1986 - 01.1988
- Responsible for accurately testing and packing all finished products, prior to their distribution to the customer
Education
A-Levels - English Language
Westwood StThomas School
Salisbury, Wiltshire 09.1985 - 09.1986
Skills
Sourcing and procurement
Custom Section
- 10/01/18, St John Fire Marshal Course
- 10/01/18, Forklift licence
- 10/01/18, Water Jetting Association Safe Working Practices
- 10/01/16, St John First Aid at Work
- 10/01/10, Red Cross First Aid at Work
- 10/01/10, St John Fire Marshal Course
- 10/01/08, British Safety Council Level 1 Health & Safety at Work
- 10/01/07, First Aid at Work
- 10/01/98, RSH Certificate Health & Safety
- 10/01/97, NVQ in Electrical & Mechanical Assembly
- 10/01/88, Full driving license
Interests
For my sins i am an avid Southampton FC supporter and regularly go to matches with my 2 nephews and although the results are not always pleasing the family time is priceless I also enjoy a good kickaround with my small group of friends
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Procurement Analyst
Sopra Steria
10.2018 - 01.2025
Goods-In/Despatch Team Leader
Flowplant Group Ltd
10.2017 - 10.2018
Residential Support Worker
Wessex College
05.2017 - 10.2017
Telephony/Procurement Administrator
Sopra Steria
09.2013 - 05.2017
IT Stores Team leader/Administrator
Sopra Steria
10.2010 - 09.2013
Technical Stores Coordinator
Serco Civil Government
01.2007 - 01.2010
Vehicle Installations Technician
Serco Civil Government
01.2002 - 01.2007
Hospital Porter
Salisbury Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2002
Panel Wirer
FW Murphy Ltd
01.1995 - 01.2000
Assembly Operator
Woven Electronics
01.1992 - 01.1995
Assembler
Eurotech Electronics
01.1986 - 01.1988
A-Levels - English Language
Westwood StThomas School
09.1985 - 09.1986
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