OZ Minerals is Australia's third largest copper producer. The Prominent Hill copper-gold-silver mine in South Australia produces one of the highest grades of copper concentrate traded on the open market.► Oversee Oz Mineral’s supply and site services contract portfolio across an eight-figure budget. ► Responsible for supply chain strategy and operations including strategic procurement, purchasing, supplier management, contracts, logistics, inventory management and quality… Show more OZ Minerals is Australia's third largest copper producer. The Prominent Hill copper-gold-silver mine in South Australia produces one of the highest grades of copper concentrate traded on the open market.► Oversee Oz Mineral’s supply and site services contract portfolio across an eight-figure budget. ► Responsible for supply chain strategy and operations including strategic procurement, purchasing, supplier management, contracts, logistics, inventory management and quality frameworks.► Lead a geographically-dispersed team of 8 to seamlessly manage all facets of the supply chain, with a focus on environmental responsibility and maximising return on investment. ► Create and manage business plans and budgets. ► Negotiate commercial contracts, manage supplier relationships, and oversee mine village service contracts across aviation, transport and people services.► Lead capital projects, refurbishments and upgrades across the mine site. Ensure all projects are delivered to time, cost and quality expectations. ► Optimise service delivery by continuously improving procurement, supply & logistics frameworks.► Build successful relationships with stakeholders across all facets of the business including site, commercial and corporate divisions. ► Manage processes and procedures, ensuring they are developed efficiently and consistently.► Manage due diligence across suppliers and processes to meet safety, health, environment and community standards.Leadership | Supply Chain Strategy | Contract Management | Procurement | Purchasing | Operations Management | Supplier Relationship Management | Continuous Improvement | People Management | Stakeholder Management | Business Process Improvement | Strategic Sourcing | Supply Chain Management | Operations Management | Commercial Contracts | Logistics | Inventory Management | Warehousing | Financial Management | Negotiation | Mining | Transport | Aviation | Goods and Services | Due Diligence | Environment, Health, and Safety Show less

Provided procurement consulting services through two consultancies during this time: Arcblue (2014 – 2016) and Xchanging Procurement Services (2012 to 2014). ► Created and implemented procurement and supply chain strategies for clients that streamlined operations, reduced costs and capitalised on commercial opportunities. ► Presented proposed approaches to executive management and secured their support. ► Reviewed clients’ contract portfolios and renegotiated contracts to… Show more Provided procurement consulting services through two consultancies during this time: Arcblue (2014 – 2016) and Xchanging Procurement Services (2012 to 2014). ► Created and implemented procurement and supply chain strategies for clients that streamlined operations, reduced costs and capitalised on commercial opportunities. ► Presented proposed approaches to executive management and secured their support. ► Reviewed clients’ contract portfolios and renegotiated contracts to achieve cost reductions. ► Undertook market analysis to establish global best practice, and leveraged insights to create enhanced strategies for clients. ► Created tender and contractual documentation to release to market. ► Managed reporting, issues resolution, spend efficiency and service quality for clients. Leadership | Supply Chain Strategy | Contract Management | Procurement | Purchasing | Operations Management | Supplier Relationship Management | Continuous Improvement | People Management | Stakeholder Management | Business Process Improvement | Strategic Sourcing | Project Management | Supply Chain | Supply Chain Management | Operations Management | Commercial Contracts | Logistics | Inventory Management | Warehousing | Financial Management | Mining | Transport | Aviation | Goods and Services | Due Diligence | Environment, Health, and Safety | Tenders | Negotiation Show less

► Designed and implemented the company’s supply chain and procurement function during their start up period. ► Created and implemented supply chain and procurement strategies for major contracts. ► Led the procurement department to implement contractual obligations that optimised operational readiness for the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) across a nine-figure budget. ► Managed the supplier base for engines and electronic warfare for the RSAF.► Developed an in-country repair… Show more ► Designed and implemented the company’s supply chain and procurement function during their start up period. ► Created and implemented supply chain and procurement strategies for major contracts. ► Led the procurement department to implement contractual obligations that optimised operational readiness for the Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) across a nine-figure budget. ► Managed the supplier base for engines and electronic warfare for the RSAF.► Developed an in-country repair facility for the RSAF for their Rolls Royce Adour engine compressor section. ► Identified and managed obsolescence issues that were affecting aircraft and electronics across the supplier base. ► Negotiated costs savings and process improvements across the contract portfolio. ► Managed the international supply chain and oversaw supplier performance. ► Set and managed budgets across key client portfolios. ► Controlled costs and oversaw service delivery for the RSAF Engine Management Facility. ► Managed recruitment, mentored team members and oversaw the integration of new employees into the broader organisation.Leadership | Supply Chain Strategy | Contract Management | Procurement | Purchasing | Operations Management | Supplier Relationship Management | Continuous Improvement | People Management | Stakeholder Management | Business Process Improvement | Strategic Sourcing | Project Management | Supply Chain | Supply Chain Management | Operations Management | Commercial Contracts | Logistics | Inventory Management | Warehousing | Financial Management | Defence | Aviation | Aerospace| Goods and Services | Due Diligence | Environment, Health, and Safety | Tenders | Negotiation Show less

► 2003 – 2006 Strategic Procurement Manager, BAE Systems Regional Aircraft – UK ► 2001 – 2003 Strategic Procurement Executive, BAE Systems Regional Aircraft – UK