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Procurement Consultant

Ref: 357943

Epsom, UK

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement Specialist
  • Cost Reduction Expert
  • Immediately Available

About the candidate

A Procurement Consultant with a solid track record in devising cost-effective procurement strategies across various sectors including health, finance, and digital services in the UK. With a Master’s degree in International Logistics and Supply Chain Management, this candidate brings a wealth of knowledge and a proactive approach to streamlining operations and enhancing value. Years of interim roles have honed their ability to adapt quickly and deliver impactful results, such as creating budget-friendly procurement frameworks, developing spend cube dashboards, and implementing Category Management structures that have consistently met the strategic needs of various stakeholders.

This professional has effectively led multiple projects that resulted in notable cost reductions and efficiency enhancements. One such project resulted in achieving a 5-year savings target of £17.5 million through supply chain rationalisation. Their capacity for strong vendor management and system optimisation is evidenced through their extensive use of platforms like Oracle, SAP, and Workday, ensuring they are not only enhancing process efficiency but also staying ahead with the latest technological tools.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvement: Achieved a 5-year savings target of £17.5 million through strategic supply chain rationalisation and remodelling Purchase Order processes.
  • Project Management Skills: Managed and executed procurement projects that enhanced strategic goals, such as the implementation of a novel digital bus shelter panel network in the UK.
  • Adaptability in High-Stakes Environments: Proven ability to adapt to new challenges and environments quickly, consistently delivering results in various interim positions.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Procurement and Spend Analysis: Skilled in creating strategic procurement frameworks that align with organizational goals, demonstrated through successful management of spend analysis projects and vendor negotiations.
  • Category Management: Expertise in developing and executing Category Management plans across multiple business areas, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
  • System Optimization and Tech Utilisation: Proficient in using complex procurement and analysis systems (Oracle, SAP, Workday) to streamline processes and increase efficiency.