Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom
At Halma, my role includes setting the strategic direction of group procurement activities, leading Halma Strength in Numbers and looking for ways to link group companies to improved value without reliance. My journey includes notable advancements in property, technology, and research sectors, where I've been pivotal in orchestrating change and elevating commercial operations. My expertise is grounded in driving team success through coaching and mentorship, coupled with a Prosci Change Management certification. This unique blend of skills enables us to navigate complex negotiations and foster an environment of continuous improvement, ensuring that our commercial endeavors not only meet but surpass organizational expectations.
Senior Category lead for Property/FM Category at UoM.
Deliver a broad range of bids (£1.4bn) through adopting a strategic sourcing approach. Create develop and embed value add supplier management across the business. Continue to deliver savings across all supply chain functions (target 3%, delivered 6.3%). Set the strategic landscape for procurement and supply chain. Lead and develop a team of 25 indivual talents to a high performing function delivering customer satisfaction and delight. Develop and lead introduction of Category Management team and principles. Develop and train team of non Category Managers to an appropriate level. Influence and interact with key senior stakeholders. Lead strategic procurement across supply chain function. Support business growth through strategic sourcing plans and category management plans. Deliver tangible benefits from introduction of Category Management. Develop and support the integration of SRM across the business unit. Deliver year on year value plans in excess of 3% savings across the function. Redesign, plan and deliver forward looking and future proof supply chain design. Reduce and manage approved supplier list. Support Supply Chain Director via leadership team responsibilities. Mentor graduates through company mentoring programme.
Develop and lead introduction of Category Management team and principles Develop and train team of non Category Managers to the expected level Influence and interact with key senior stakeholders Lead strategic procurement across supply chain function Support business growth through strategic sourcing plans and category management plans Deliver tangible benefits from introduction of Category Management
Supply chain design Competitor analysis Manage bid pipeline worth in excess of £800m Strategic sourcing plan development for winning bids utilising supply chain design principles Supplier engagement and development Board level presentations and regular communication Develop business case for changes in direction and policy Create and implement improved processes Develop Systems and Tools Stakeholder management Lead procurement change
Contract and tendering management. Category lead negotiations. Manage and improve contract portfolio of £15m +. Manage and develop Assistant Buyer Liaise with all levels of Management and Technical Staff. Gain buy in from all levels of cross functional teams to key changes led by supply chain. Deliver savings and service improvements across multiple categories including utilities, manned guarding, IT, transport/fleet and more.