Responsible for overseeing a comprehensive review of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process while also leading the assessment and development of a business case for a full end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) solution. Key responsibilities include:P2P Review and Optimisation: I lead an in-depth analysis of the existing P2P process, identifying inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement. The goal is to design and recommend a modernised, automated solution that reduces manual intervention, improves visibility, and ensures a smoother procurement cycle from requisition to payment.Viability Assessment and Business Case Development: I drive the creation of a robust business case for an integrated Source-to-Pay solution, evaluating all possible options to ensure that the chosen solution provides measurable benefits in terms of cost-efficiency, compliance, and user experience. This involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to assess system requirements, potential savings, and return on investment.Integration of New Procurement Regulations (2023): I am responsible for ensuring that the proposed S2P solution aligns with the latest Procurement Regulations (2023), incorporating compliance requirements into the system’s design. This ensures Southern Water not only adheres to the evolving regulatory landscape but also adopts best practices in procurement.Cross-Departmental Coordination: My role requires close collaboration with key departments such as IT/Digital, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and Transformation to ensure the smooth delivery and alignment of the S2P solution with Southern Water’s operational goals.

Responsible for the performance of the company, as dictated by the board’s overall strategy. Reporting to the Chair and board of directors.Responsibilities include:• Formulating and successfully implementing company policy.• Identifying potential mergers and acquisitions to fit in with the company strategy.• Directing strategy towards the profitable growth and operation of the company.• Developing strategic operating plans that reflect the longer-term objectives and priorities established by the board.• Maintaining an ongoing dialogue with the Chair of the board.• Putting in place adequate operational planning and financial control systems.• Ensuring that the operating objectives and standards of performance are not only understood but owned by the management and other employees.• Closely monitoring the operating and financial results against plans and budgets.• Taking remedial action where necessary and informing the board of significant changes.• Maintaining the operational performance of the company.• Monitoring the actions of the functional board directors.• Assuming full accountability to the board for all company operations.• Representing the company to major customers and professional associations.• Building and maintaining an effective executive team.

Leading in Development and Strategies.Linking Nexus Connect Suppliers and Clients to create business opportunities and cost savings.Nexus has also evolved it services to providing an outsource to companies for consulting services in Procurement, Contracts and Policy Management and Project Management.

Co-Founder / Director of a new concept providing a white label switching platform for Charities / Sports Clubs / Companies driving social value providing a 50% share of the review.

The Board are responsible for the strategic direction of the Golf Club together with the oversight of the operations

Voluntary role as Procurement Lead on the Board of Trustees.

Management Consultant at Barkers commercial consultancy bringing 13 years of Procurement and commercial experience together with the knowledge of the Barkers team, giving each client unique insight into their commercial challenges. At Barkers, we’re all about delivery and it’s an obsession for us. We work meticulously across our four key service lines to ensure that our customers experience the best possible outcomes. Adopting an innovative, practical, and forward-thinking approach, backed up with a wealth of experience and a demonstrable track-record, our services are focused on delivering: (1) Improving business profitability (2) Business transformation (3) Smarter working (4) Developing people.

Non-Executive Director (Operations Lead) of a not for profit organisation that works within the third Sector delivering innovative and unique experiences in Education and Community Football. The business was established in 2008 and has grown to have a excellent reputation.Roles included:- Report direct to Chairman- Overseeing Auditing and Invoicing- Reporting on Finances - Overseeing Grant applications- General strategic overview

Head Coach and Director of CrossFit Chester.A Strength and Conditioning Gym, with a mission to transform people's lives through fitness.CrossFit Chester is dedicated to helping people reach their goals, pursue excellence and build a fit community with in the Chester community.Roles:- Head Coach- Overseeing Operations- All finance aspects - Programming- Personal Training

Reporting directly to CEO.Leading on a review of the future scope of Estate & Facilities, establishing sound internal and external goverance structures and processes, and assuring Statutory Compliance.Head of Asset Management, Supply Chain and Procurement throughout the Group. Establishing cost savings and implementing lean process' and procedures.

Managing costs for new projects in public and private sectors, taking off and undertaking cost analysis, performing risk and value management and cost control. Assisted in the management of monthly and quarterly valuations, including monthly presentations, Negotiation, review and within budget. Experience in Civil Engineering Cost Management. Working extensively with NEC3 contracts, measurement and traditional Bill of Quantities