Initially oversaw 4 manufacturing sites and 5 buyers. In 2013, role was integrated into an EMEA zone,managed technical goods/services for larger contracts over £100k. Reported to Global Business Support.• Procured a defined range of site service contracts and agreements and took action to avoidlosses, costs or failure of continuity of supply.• Managed service contracts through positive safety spotting as part of the core contract and monitored supplier non conformances and audits. As a result, ensured timely renewal. • Implemented procurement initiatives to reduce stock. Met cost reduction targets anddemonstrated measurable savings.• Ensured viability of key products components against production plan. Advised and collaborated with the global business and local site production. Improved market and commercial conditions as a result.• Managed an agreed portfolio of contracted site service providers. Monitored costs, renegotiated and agreed performance standards in line with users’ specification. Ensuredsupplier performance, initiated efficiency improvements and achieved cost savings.• Complied with regulatory authorities’ standards for purchased goods. Selected suppliers interms of compliance ability and commercial advantage.• Animated user specifier groups to define company needs and specifications. Ensured that theseneeds were met in subsequent contracts.• Ensured contracting companies were evaluated, approved and made aware of site rules prior to site employment. Complied with CDM Regulations as a result.• Assessed, evaluated and monitored supplier performance against Health, Safety, Environmentaland Quality criteria. Achieved compliance with Statutory and Regulatory requirements.• Formed solid client relationships, together with consultative approach to eradicate hidden costsof procurement and retained existing customer base.• Developed E-procurement tools within the sites and promoted best purchasing practice.