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Melbourne, Vic, Au

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

As Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) led the procurement function across V/Line, including procurement strategy development and implementation, common process definition and deployment within a high-level governance framework, procurement organizational development to support V/Line’s wider business objectives. Key accountabilities included:Ensured procurement outputs achieved efficiencies and delivered value for money and cost benefits. Provided expert advice and guidance to the Accountable Officer and V/Line executive on commercial practice strategies, policies, procedures, practices, and capability.Presided over the development, application and ongoing assessment of V/Line Procurement Strategy, Contract Management Strategy and Commercial Governance Framework.Identified innovation opportunities to drive improvement & create value.Maintained established governance structures and formal internal policies for procurement processes and approvals , compliant with State Government Legislation and V/Line policies.Developed & and implemented programs & initiatives which ensured uplift in Procurement & contract management capability.Provided assurance, assistance and advice to the Accountable Officer and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) that all commercial initiatives complied with statutory requirements.Enhanced the corporate profile of commercial practice through strategic initiatives, workplace education, workplace systems and compliance regimes.Created understanding and engagement in the value of effective procurement management. Ensured adherence to policies and processes in a time-pressured and demanding environment.Identified and managed commercial, contractual, operational, financial, reputational and ethical risks to minimize negative impacts on the business while encouraging opportunity and innovation.

Melbourne, Australia

Nufarm - An Australian based global Company involved manufacturer, marketing & sales of crop protection products designed and tailored to perform in the specific conditions of the markets it serves. Nufarm has an extensive global network, including manufacturing in 16 countries, marketing operations in more than 25 countries, and a sales presence in more than 100 countries.Head of Global Procurement. - Responsible for building capability in strategic sourcing and implementation of best practice,with the aim of driving long term, strategic outcomes and directing collaborative procurement activity across the organisation. Key outcomes:• Strategic clarity & direction: Developed & implemented strategic vision for procurement including implementation of a centre led operating model, organizational restructure and introduction of supply market analysis capability.• Policy process, systems & standards: Developed & implemented new global policies and operating standards which have been applied to Global, China & ANZ groups.• Supply cost & risk management: Improved supply & risk management of globally procured commodities through the introduction of category management & strategic rick management methodologies. Developed & implemented a coordinated cost & waste reduction program which has delivered 40 % savings above initial program target within the first 12 months of its introduction. In addition developed & commenced a 3 year program targeting to reduce the cost base by 15% against FY 2013/14 budget base line. • Operational efficiency & effectiveness: Improved by developing and implementing KPI measurement & independent results verification of procurement performance. • People & Partnerships: Developed and implemented communication methods & processes which are timely concise & relevant implemented competency based staff development.

Melbourne

Simplot – Located in Melbourne, a leading FMCG organization, with a strong heritage in vegetables and seafood. Providing high quality and innovative products to the retail and foodservice markets in Australia and internationally. Simplot employ some 2500 people nationally with an annual turnover of $2.0 billion. Simplot holds a portfolio of icon brands including John West, Edgell, Bird’s Eye, Leggo’s and Lean Cuisine.Group Procurement manager - Responsible for leadership and vision for Procurement. Policies and procedures. Cost and waste elimination, while ensuring sustainable & ethical sourcing practices. Building a high performing procurement capability. Identify and manage business risk for all critical material and products. Actively support of product innovation and development.Key outcomes:• Strategic planning and implementation: Planned, developed and delivered three consecutive, three year strategic plans for the procurement group in alignment with overall strategic direction.• Fit for purpose procurement: Developed and implemented a procurement operating model based on world best practice and business's strategic needs. • Cost management and waste elimination: Through improved procurement practices and defined cost reduction initiatives delivered a blend of budgeted & unbudgeted savings to the value of 7 million dollars for each year between 1996 to 2000. In the same period reduced supplier base from 9000 to 1800. • Risk & contingency: Developed and implemented a supplier network risk assessment and management system , improving overall supply delivery performance from 85% to 98.5%. • Policy & governance: Successfully reviewed and redeveloped all procurement policies and procedures to meet best practice requirements. • Business integration & transformation: Successfully delivered the integration of John West business including international and local supply requirements, while delivering AUD 20 million in savings.

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