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A self-motivated, MCIPS procurement professional with proven ability to work with end users using excellent communication skills. Interacting with colleagues at all levels of the NHS at both local and national level. In recent years, focusing on providing advice and guidance on all matters related to public sector EU procurement regulations. Delivery of significant Procurement CIPs and QIPPs, resulting in cash releasing savings totalling £4.5m, in the last 4 financial years.Management and growth of an NHS purchasing team (inclusive of fleet management), development and implementation of a Procurement Strategy. Successful project management, development and implementation of an end to end P2P system, incorporating a marketplace punch-out facility. Implementation and development of IMS (Omnicell) within Theatre suite and ED, fully integrated with financial system. I am computer literate and fluent in most procurement office application software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint and e-procurement software such as Eros and Integra. In addition I have an appreciation of ERP software such as Agresso. I am an able and confident communicator at a senior level and am receptive to change. Goals & Objectives:To work diligently with organisations and their people on specific projects and to professionally deliver within the set remit and role expectation.To network and professionally assist fellow professionals To learn from my peers and influenceSpecialties: Project Management of Cost Improvement Programmes Contract management Leadership & Team DevelopmentMarketing & Supplier Market DevelopmentCategory Management Policy Enforcement and DevelopmentDelivery of Procurement StrategyPlanning and Organisation Research and DevelopmentResource ManagementSupply Chain