Making supply chains smart and sustainable through the innovative use of technology, data, analytics, ML and AI.Driving business value by reducing costs, increasing revenue and customer satisfaction and achieving ESG goals.X-Industries covers manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, transportation and logistics, travel and hospitality.

Development and delivery of pre-packaged services and solutions across multiple industries enabling clients to achieve their business objectives faster through the use of analytics, machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI).Industries covered included: Financial Services, Retail, Telecommunications, Manufacturing, Automotive, TransportationSubject areas including: Supply Chain, Sustainability, Fraud, Anomaly Detection, IT ModernisationInnovative approach seamlessly combining the current industry trend, specific business challenge, business solution, business case inc ROI, case studies, technical architecture and implementation approach.- Demonstrates connectivity between the business needs and an analytic solution to provide the client with a holistic understanding- Enables quick and easy engagement with the different personas of the client (from C-suite to business and technical operation levels)- Provides insights on how each solution can be part of a broader strategic roadmapSignificantly accelerates and streamlines the sales cycle, increasing internal operational efficiency and delivering revenue faster.- Pre-packaged client facing material 'on the shelf' for sales teams to simply pick up- Internal facing supporting material such as 'objection handling' and 'common roadblocks' to empower the sales teams reducing iteration cycles of client Q&A - Allows sales teams to fully qualify an opportunity before needing scarce expert resource.Innovative 'crowd sourced' selection process developed to ensure subjects selected addressed current industry challenges, delivered greatest ROI for clients and delivered maximum revenue to the business. Taking this approach also ensured strong buy in from all stakeholders due to a feeling of ownership significantly increasing likelihood of success.Solution Accelerator approach applied to both internal and partner led solutions, partners very positive about the benefits of taking this approach.

Key member of the 'Go To Market' (GTM) team directly engaging with clients, partners and industry analysts across multiple industries inc Automotive, Manufacturing, Transportation, Retail, FMCG and Financial Services.Provided thought leadership for supply chain domain by articulating vision and trends, developing the internal practice and creating blogs and discussion articles. Covered all aspects of supply chain inc operations, procurement, inventory and forecasting / demand planning.Provided thought leadership for the sustainability domain to drive both the company agenda and to support clients with their journeys. Covering profitable sustainability, lifecycle thinking, current and forthcoming legislation. Leveraged detail domain and industry knowledge to develop key consulting offers with differentiated business outcomes, return on investment and value to Customers and Prospects through the use of analytics, data, machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI).

I am currently seeking exciting new interim or permanent opportunities to use my experience, knowledge and enthusiasm to successfully deliver programmes and/or projects, drive positive culture and improve business performance. I have extensive experience of all aspects of the aerospace gas turbine industry, supply chain transformation within the automotive industry and IT enabled solutions.Key highlights of my experience and achievements are:• Defined and led the transformation programme within an automotive OEM to implement a Connected Supply Chain solution across the supplier base. Required integration of a cutting edge IT solution via a world class provider, development of business processes, change management, operating models and culture change of the OEM / supplier relationship. Led the development and execution of the commercial and contractual agreements between all parties to ensure alignment of objectives.• Set a new industry benchmark for development and execution of a large civil aero engine service readiness programme according to Customer and regulatory body feedback by defining and delivering the Trent 1000 programme.• Standardised the IT platform for cost reduction projects across global sites including integration with legacy systems. Secured buy in from key stakeholders through demonstration of benefits to the overall business and to their specific areas. • Delivered c.£0.5bn cost reduction over a 3 year period leading a global portfolio of c.300 supply chain manufacturing method and design change projects. £50m p.a. budget, c.400 personnel resource.• Delivered annual P&L targets on revenues of c.£800m for Trent 500/800 aero engine aftermarket business through management of long term service contracts and stand-alone engine repair deals.• Led on-site investigation to reduce the cost of engine overhauls through improved instruction and technical guidance. Knowledge gained incorporated into operating processes ensuring sustainment.

Leading a transformation project to deliver an e-enabled Supplier quotation submission and analysis solution (eQAF) and commercial readiness, gap analysis and recovery (CPPAP).- Submission of Supplier quotations via a web based portal in a standard format including breakdown of different cost elements such as materials, labour and overheads.- Clear version control between iterative quotation submissions allowing traceability of how costs have developed (increases or savings).- Enables easy verification and validation of stated costs through site visits.- Enables collaborative cost reduction activity between the OEM and Suppliers through identification of key cost drivers and sharing of knowledge / best practices and through application of lean methodology. - Provides a rich data set which can be utilised for optimising costs of current programmes, increasing accuracy of forecast costs for future programmes and identifying best 'bang for buck' improvement opportunities.This business transformation considers full spectrum of change including: - The development and implementation of the IT technical solution- Cultural and behavioural change required at both the OEM and Suppliers - Commercial and contractual implications- Operating models and processes- Impact on people, training and education

Leading a transformation project to deliver an inventory optimisation solution and services for bulk commodities into an automotive OEM.- IT enabled solution utilising Demand Driven MRP principles- People and process changes required to enable successful delivery of benefits from the solution- Assessment of total cost of supply ensuring lowest cost outcome for the client, not neccesarily just reduction in inventory- Development of services catalogue allowing client to purchase services rather than just the solution

Leading a transformation programme to enable real time visibility of Jaguar Land Rover supply chain and the application of predictive analytics to:- Eliminate production line stoppages due to component shortages- Optimise buffer levels reducing working capital requirements while protecting production- Reduce the use of costly 'emergency' transportation - Collaborate with Suppliers to manage and optimise across the 'End to End' supply chainThis business transformation considers business, commercial and technical aspects to deliver a fully integrated solution.The business change is enabled by an IT solution and will be delivered through partnership with an industry leading solution provider.This role covers the full lifecycle of the project from initial visioning, gaining senior stakeholder sponsorship, selecting, negotiating and contracting with a solution provider, delivering a pilot to prove the solution and finally industrialising across the wider supply chain.

Career break - Exploration of various career change opportunities culminating in the decision to work in an interim capacity allowing me to grow breadth of subject matter experience while simultaneously allowing businesses to benefit from my transferable experience, knowledge and skill sets.

- Deliver product cost reduction at a component level through design or method of manufacture change - Define and execute strategy for project selection to ensure a multi-year risk balanced portfolio - Maximise return on investment for Rolls-Royce plc - Global internal and external supply chain from simple changes to complex capability acquisition - Chair the governance board accountable for project selection, cancellation and rejection - Chair programme and business performance reviews to ensure programme and budgetary adherence - Accountable for an annual budget of £50m - Resourced with c.400 personnel including engineers, programme managers and purchasing personnel - Manage stakeholders across a complex global matrix organisation - Secured tax rebate through successful submission the UK Government RDEC scheme - Led implementation of a global IT solution to lean out the processes and improve global integration

- Development and implementation of product and services strategies- Delivery of in year P&L: circa £800m revenue p.a.- Ensure life cycle costs are fully understood and optimised - Support KPMG audits of both financials and processes- Provide short, medium and long term operational and financial forecasts- Problem resolution for operational challenges- Deliver quality investigations ensuring root causes are understood and corrective actions implemented- Develop the function through structural change, people development and process improvement activity

- Support development and implementation of product and services strategies - Support delivery of in year P&L - Ensure life cycle costs are fully understood and optimised - Support KPMG audits of both financials and processes - Provide short, medium and long term operational and financial forecasts - Problem resolution for operational challenges - Carried out ‘lean’ activities to improve contract review pack process accuracy and pace

- Defined the internal strategy, WBS and programme for delivery of a ‘flawless’ entry into service. - Managed Service Readiness requirements through development and definition of a requirements document and introduced a suitable audit processes to ensure version control and compliance. - Negotiated and agreed the product support activity element of the Trent 1000 contract with Boeing including amendment activity as the programme progressed. - Ongoing management of a programme of activities to deliver all aspects of Service Readiness for the Trent 1000, consisted of management of 15 control accounts including key area’s such as technical publications, tooling, training, maintainability and engine overhaul. - Ensured programme of work was aligned with Boeing and Partner requirements and managed interfaces - Negotiated costs and programme for all risk and revenue sharing partners activity with regard to Service Readiness, in particular the ITP Product Support activity. - Managed all financial aspects, including budget and capital schemes, of Trent 1000 Service Readiness activity covering external spend, internal spend and travel for all control accounts. - Responsible for a budget of approx. £5m per year, various capital schemes ranging from £250k to £3.6m. - Worked with Airline Customers to ensure their requirements were covered. - Organised and managed Working Together Team conferences consisting of Airline Customers, Boeing and Partners. Up to 50 participants and located in UK, Seattle, Minnesota and Tokyo

- Development and buy off of SLA’s with Customers based on complexity / urgency categorisations - Development and implementation of ‘on-line’ TV tool to ensure minimum required information is always provided at point of TV application and status tracking is visible 24/7.

- Management of all aspects of Engine Support for the Trent 700 Civil Large Aero-Engine - Liaison with Airbus personnel for specific airframe interface programmes - Three month secondment to TAESL engine overhaul shop, Texas, USA on cost reduction through optimisation of instructional processes - Two month secondment to Singapore Airlines managing a programme of ‘on-wing’ inspections and modifications. - Implementation and logistics management of modification roll programmes - Production of Engine Management Programmes to optimise the cost of engine overhauls

- Preparation and implementation of the certification strategies for compressor components. - Co-ordinating and managing the requirements of the Technology Departments (e.g. Aerodynamics, Stress, Thermals) with Instrumentation Design and the Build Shops. - Programme managing hardware to ensure it is incorporated in correct vehicles allowing clearance in the required timescale. This includes the agreement of design/make plans and visits to external suppliers.

Attachments covered: Manufacturing Logistics, Process Modelling, Trent 500 Programme Management