William Winn
South Ferriby
Summary
A highly motivated, ambitious, and enthusiastic Procurement Specialist with a degree in Business Management and Marketing, seeking to advance and grow in my professional career. A confident and effective communicator with a positive and supportive attitude, adept at working under pressure while maintaining focus and efficiency. Quick to learn and highly detail-oriented, with a self-driven personality dedicated to achieving goals and delivering exceptional results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Performance and Risk Specialist
EFS
01.2024 - 04.2025
- Supplier Assessment and Data Analysis: Conducted detailed evaluations of suppliers using data-driven methods to support tender assessments and ensure informed decision-making.
- Collaboration with Category Teams: Offered strategic advice on supplier financial stability and worked closely with Category teams to enhance supply chain resilience and minimise risks.
- SRM Project Management: Successfully developed and managed Strategic Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) project plans, aligning with organisational priorities for smooth implementation.
- Supplier Performance Dashboard Ownership: Oversaw the Supplier Performance Dashboard, ensuring monthly data updates and accuracy. Presented dashboard insights to suppliers and set up a distribution system to ensure all suppliers received the dashboard monthly.
- Dashboard Development and Reporting: Designed and maintained interactive dashboards to present findings effectively, delivering actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Training Delivery: Organised and conducted company-wide training sessions on the Performance Dashboard, empowering teams to effectively monitor and enhance supplier performance.
- Process Optimisation: Created comprehensive process maps for the SRM team, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency
- Supplier Contact Management: Led a project to organise and update supplier contact information, improving data accuracy and fostering stronger supplier engagement.
- Innovation and Savings Documentation: Developed NICCE Guidance and Innovation documents to systematically track savings achieved through innovative practices, benefiting the entire organisation
- Product Catalogue Improvement: Collaborated with commercial directors to refine processes for updating and maintaining the company’s product catalogue, ensuring improvements in accuracy and usability.
- Achievement of Savings Targets: Contributed significantly to the company’s achievement of its 2025 savings target of £332 million (£82 million revenue and £250 million capital), showcasing expertise in strategic planning and execution.
- System Cleansing Project: Led the initiative to cleanse and update supplier contact details in the supplier portal for over 2,000 suppliers, enhancing the accuracy and accessibility of organisational data.
- VIP Nomination: Nominated for VIP Employee of the Month for contributions to Smartsheets platforms, which enabled prioritisation of innovation via the evaluation tool, review and assessment of the VBP pipeline, and creation of a reporting suite to support category strategy development with data insights. Quote: "His recent support in developing the reporting suite for the innovation team has led to ongoing strategic discussions supported with live data. This fantastic new tool will aid in the management of the new corporate KPI, developments within category strategies, and ensuring the delivery of disruptive innovations supporting the patient pathway."
Procurement Contract Support
NHS Supply Chain
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted detailed data analysis to support informed decisions and optimize operations.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders to drive project success and ensure alignment.
- Managed trackers to efficiently monitor progress and provide accurate reporting
- Organised and led meetings to foster teamwork and deliver productive outcomes.
- Resolved critical invoice issues for a major category, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution.
- Delivered complex documentation under strict deadlines, showcasing precision and efficiency
- Leveraged advanced Excel skills for effective data handling and analysis
- Oversaw changes to product pricing, quantities, and descriptions, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Successfully launched an ORP framework, meeting all deadlines within a tight timeframe.
- Engaged daily with customers and suppliers, maintaining clear communication and collaboration.
- Worked across teams to assist colleagues, promoting a cooperative and productive environment.
Procurement Maintenance Buyer
Bradford Trust Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Proficient in working with Microsoft Excel to manage data and streamline processes.
- Coordinated and placed orders on behalf of the NHS with accuracy and efficiency.
- Liaised professionally with clients and suppliers to maintain strong working relationships.
- Cleared outstanding invoices and managed aged debt to ensure financial accountability.
- Oversaw the orthotics department's budget and spending to optimize resource allocation.
- Researched and obtained competitive quotes and offers for procurement purposes.
- Designed and maintained spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting.
- Organised and facilitated meetings to support operational goals.
- Raised purchase orders and managed procurement workflows.
- Addressed and resolved all furniture-related inquiries promptly and effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management and Marking
Leeds Beckett University
LeedsLevel 3 Diploma Business Management - Business Management
Bishop Burton College
Beverley 09.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering effective collaboration and professional relationships
- Outstanding organizational and time management abilities, ensuring effective planning and timely delivery of tasks
- Advanced IT proficiency, adept at using technology to optimize workflows
- Skilled in utilising software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Smartsheets, and Power BI for data analysis and reporting
- Solid accounting expertise, including financial management and reconciliation
- Proven experience in project management, effectively leading initiatives to successful outcomes
- Strong leadership capabilities, motivating and guiding teams to achieve shared goals
- Excellent teamwork skills, contributing to productive and harmonious group dynamics
- Holds a full and clean driving licence
- Currently pursuing a Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualification to enhance procurement expertise
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Affiliations
- Sports
- Music
- Keeping active
Accomplishments
Nominated for VIP Colleague of the Month
Won VIP Team of the Month
Timeline
Performance and Risk Specialist
EFS
01.2024 - 04.2025
Procurement Contract Support
NHS Supply Chain
01.2023 - 01.2024
Procurement Maintenance Buyer
Bradford Trust Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2023
Level 3 Diploma Business Management - Business Management
Bishop Burton College
09.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management and Marking
Leeds Beckett University
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