About Me
I am a seasoned Procurement Professional, with considerable Purchase to Pay (P2P) experience and a keen interest in sustainability. My background in compliance, management accounting and budgeting complements my procurement proficiency. Analysing costs and variances and working with auditors enables me to:
My diversified career, in the industries of retail, government, engineering, prisons, mining, energy, banking, facilities management and technology, enables me to manage clients, suppliers and service providers at all levels. My roles have interconnected in some way. For example, renovating and managing properties has enhanced my facilities management experience.
Travelling and cultural interactions has supplemented my Master of International Management (MIM) degree and enriched my communication skills and ability to liaise with people from all walks of life. Cultural awareness and sensitivity has influenced both my personal and professional sourcing decisions, such as buying soap nuts that provide employment in the Himalayan Mountains.
- perform desktop audits;
- expose anomalies and maverick spend; and
- identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities, as a second nature.
My diversified career, in the industries of retail, government, engineering, prisons, mining, energy, banking, facilities management and technology, enables me to manage clients, suppliers and service providers at all levels. My roles have interconnected in some way. For example, renovating and managing properties has enhanced my facilities management experience.
Travelling and cultural interactions has supplemented my Master of International Management (MIM) degree and enriched my communication skills and ability to liaise with people from all walks of life. Cultural awareness and sensitivity has influenced both my personal and professional sourcing decisions, such as buying soap nuts that provide employment in the Himalayan Mountains.
Promoter
Promotion of alternatives to plastic bottles and bottles sourced in India.
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I proactively promote Procurement on an ongoing basis. Specific examples follow.
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Passionate |
I am passionate about procurement, and indeed, passionate about life. Every day is potentially a new adventure and I have high energy levels. I take my optimistic outlook to work and it impacts on my engagement with both internal and external stakeholders. I have a can-do attitude and persist with challenging projects, as far to its conclusion as possible. I demonstrate innovation in both my personal and professional life and proactively seek, and discover, solutions.
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Finally, my words and blogs reflect my own experiences in general, without references to particular companies. I appreciate other people have different ideas and experiences – your own words and contributions are welcomed.