Supply chain and MRP governance, root cause analysis, continuous improvementP2P Policy adherence using Oracle FusionManage team of 6 including MRP Data Controllers, Document and Process Writer, Finance AdministratorsProcess, policy and audit managementRisk management Supplier lifecycle improvementReport and KPI management

Design, project management and delivery of reporting solution that automates and consolidates spend data from 7 ERP systemsDesign and lead project to deliver risk management solution across GFR and GSNFRDesign and delivery of Oracle reporting suite to support Tesco through Finance Transformation journeyDesign and delivery of Oracle Fusion operational reporting suiteCreation of strategy to ensure seamless transition of reporting from Oracle 11i to Oracle Fusion with no data interruptions to stakeholdersLead a team of 5 data analysts based in Tesco’s Bengaluru shared services centre & 1 Oracle support specialist based in UKResponsible for transforming data and reporting team into a world class insights and reporting functionEnsure the timely and accurate delivery of data and reporting to Procurement teams globallyResponsible for improving data and reporting landscapeDevelop and deliver best practice processes and systems, including the implementation of automation and visualisation toolsPlan and manage the change journey required in order to successfully deliver the transformation Design and delivery of training to support several reporting tools Member of GSNFR Procurement function reporting to Head of Global Procurement Operations

2017 World Procurement Awards nomination for External Collaboration 2016 CIPS award nomination for SRM setup and most improved step change procurement function. Implementation of SRM system (planning, testing, design, launch, BAU). SRM programme implementation inc. supplier segmentation & clear RACI, governance, ongoing management etc. Formulation of mergeco governance RACI documentation and PMO contract Gantt. Production of merger clean room documentation.

End to end delivery (design, UAT, launch, post-launch management and training) of ERP purchasing migration (R11 - R12). Handover project of procurement ERP function. Produced process work instructions, handover training sessions, support. Created and led PO Mandate Senior Leader Compliance Working GroupDe-risked £100m through incorporating No PO No Pay Policy

Reviewed and made recommendations for reduced procurement, value-adds etc. Drafted purchase orders and long-term agreements in a manner that ensured all requirements and special terms and conditions were met. Initiated and managed projects that were the result of joint meetings with other departments. Trained and mentored stakeholders on subjects such as procurement policy and purchasing through Oracle systems. Coordinated, conducted, and participated in meetings and discussions between existing suppliers and/or supplier representatives and necessary related personnel concerning subjects other than normal price, delivery or quality negotiations (i.e. value analysis, new methods, techniques, processes etc).

Advised and assisted university purchasing administrators on all procurement issues. Worked closely and provided continuous support to facilities team with various tenders including catering, telephone maintenance and security. Drafted contract notices. Regularly contract managed a range of commodities including travel, stationery, and purchasing cards. Trained stakeholders in Oracle, purchasing card usage and purchasing policy.

Responsible for purchasing St. John Ambulance uniform and insignia for UK and overseas. Managed suppliers in Eastern Europe and Far East using a call off process for orders of six months and over. Ongoing evaluation of existing suppliers and development of product strategy ensuring inventory delivered on time, at the right price and in accordance to agreed specifications

Managed purchasing function of fast growing FMCG food, drink and office supply distributor which offers next day delivery to customers. Responsible for ensuring the business’ conformance to ISO9001:2000.