Senior level procurement expert with over 10 years of experience working at international level. Uses strategic and tactical procurement to support the delivery of large international events. Managed portfolios of procurement packages worth up to £210m, streamlined processes and negotiated robust contracts and pricing. Worked within public sector, national government, European Union and United Nations regulations. Natural leader who collaborates with multi-cultural teams and suppliers.
● Project Management ● Tactical & Strategic Procurement ● Risk & Contracts Management ● SAP ● Negotiation ● Bid Evaluation ● Supplier & Financial Management ● Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) ● Governance ● Process Improvement ● Assurance ● eProcurement ● Status Reports ● Risk Mitigation ● Data Analysis ● Procurement Packages ● Portfolio Management
Jan 2021 – Mar 2021
Contract procurement role for projects related to the Commonwealth Games 2022, a programme which is government funded (£210m) and will celebrate creativity and innovation across the UK.
Oct 2019 – Feb 2020
Managed all procurement activities for the ceremonies and live events programme. Droving cost savings and value for money by implementing effective cost management initiatives and creating new contracts ensuring maximum operational and financial performance
May 2020 – Aug 2020
Fixed term contract role. Contracted to consult on and lead set-up of contracts with PPE mask suppliers, builing and maintaining partnerships with critical PPE third party suppliers and contract agents. Liaising with suppliers to set-up commercial agreements and negotiating prices, ensuring fair and accurate pricing as well as supporting UK suppliers to adapt their manufacturing to provide the required standard of masks
Jun 2016 – Jul 2017
Major Events Project Management Office (PMO), based in Peru, for both the Pan America and Parapan American Games. Managed procurement Government and United Nations, with total value $200m. Managing multiple related projects to ensure the overall programme was aligned to and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives.