Wayne Bell

Played a key role with indirect categories such as Facilities and Business Services, Operational Services, Packaging and Ingredients and Logistics whilst managing the complete strategic sourcing process which included category assessments, requirement definition and scope, strategy development, strategy execution, negotiation and contract award, implementation and transition and supplier relationship management. Recommended effective purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures to carry out best possible benefit. Rendered superior level of expertise in developing negotiation and contracting strategies to achieve business objectives and sustainable relationships with suppliers. Track suppliers’ efficiency to achieve best possible service delivery as per prescribed SLA. Collaborated with cross-functional senior managers to develop and institutionalise multiyear category sourcing and vendor management strategies with objective of streamlining business operations. Developed innovative ideas and procedures in order to simplify supply base issues with objective of enhancing business development opportunities. Key Contributions:  Achieved an average saving of £1.75m a year whilst managing an annual spend of £120m  Sourced supplies, forecasted inventory requirements, and identified potential risks while ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures.  Controlled overall tender process, while ensuring compliance as per prescribed standards.  Monitored and maintained sourcing processes and business performance against KPI’s to gain maximum benefit.  Fostered and strengthened relationship with key suppliers and stakeholders to obtain new business opportunities.  Managed external supplier relationships and contracts in collaboration with regional and national management teams to ensure compliance as per SLAs.

Held the credit of providing effective sourcing management techniques and supporting group sourcing managers to increase business profitability. Developed digital tools and programmes to evaluate the performance of purchasing operations and improve suppliers’ performance. Implemented effective concession skills to conduct negotiation with vendor contracts with objective of minimising cost and increasing profitability. Steered efforts towards soliciting and evaluating proposals for national contracts. Utilised Enterprise Resource Programme ERP to track and monitor inventory with objective of determining new purchases. Implemented effective sourcing management strategies in order to administrate overall sourcing operations. Examined market conditions in order to develop sourcing strategies, maintain/improve quality, and influence cost controls.

Developed digital tools and programmes to evaluate the performance of purchasing operations and improve suppliers’ performance. Identified new business opportunities and improved operational efficiencies around product sourcing, supply and availability by influencing and negotiating with qualified suppliers. Assessed area of business improvement and streamlined supplier product development process and service levels. Accelerated business revenue by implementing cost saving strategies and managing overall operations associated with purchasing. Maintained and initiated new business relationships with key suppliers to carry out best possible benefit. Confirmed presence and supported in negotiation and implementation of contracts and service level agreements.

Managing and being responsible for establishing and maintaining suitable sources of supply which on a continuing basis support the company’s commercial objectives with respect to price, quality and continuity of supply. Optimizing raw materials sourced both locally and internationally taking into account quality and costs. Establishing clear strategic guidelines for the purchasing department. Establishing and implementing suitable long-term planning processes to ensure optimal inventory levels as per agreed policies.

Dealing with critical and/or high value commodities including raw materials, services and import orders. Identifying new potential suppliers and negotiating with them for best price and delivery. Building long term relationships with my clients as well as our suppliers.