Supply Chain Development Manager

• Nov 2022 - Present

The purpose of this role is to create and nurture relationships with our external key partners that design/deliver added-value Supply Chain solutions and tendering strategies that position Babcock DST as the preferred supplier in our chosen markets. Babcock DST is developing growth opportunities beyond its current markets and is currently exploring international opportunities in a number of different countries, including Brazil, South Korea, Canada and Australia.As a key member of our high calibre Supply Chain team, I will take the lead on significant projects that are critical to the business and its growth aspirations.In this role I will be leading the Support Growth function by:• Leading bid winning processes and practices at various stages such as PQQ / ITT / ITN / BAFO• Exemplifying excellent analytical skills to support and deliver the Supply Chain solutions that are deployed at higher level within the organisation• Identifying supply risks and can identify and implement with relevant partners mitigating actions at the delivery stage.• Exhibiting great commercial knowledge, with a proven ability to use Supply Chain management approaches to unlock value for the business;• Effectively program manager, able to co-ordinate and deliver multiple supply chain outputs simultaneously;• Driving change, maintaining focus and positive attitude in the face of scepticism;• Exemplifying high commercial experience of negotiation and comfortable with challenging commercial interactions; •Leading a team to support NON-BGEM (Under £50M) and BGEM (Over £50M) growth opportunities. Show less

Supply Chain Development Specialist - Mission Systems

• Apr 2021 - Nov 2022

As a Supply Chain Development Specialist for an award-winning business growth team , I am integral to delivering innovative supply chain solutions to support future growth opportunities pursued by the business. In this role I am offered the opportunity to deliver a huge impact to the business by designing and developing supply chain strategies that deliver the maximum value add to Babcock and our customers.As a member of the Mission Systems business winning team I will be supporting and leading on a variety of opportunities to:• Deliver innovative, supply chain solutions• Identify and secure value opportunities and levers to deliver competitive advantage• Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance the supply chain involvement• Identify and mitigate risks throughout my projects• Ensure compliance to governance, restrictions and controls as required Show less

Strategic Senior Buyer - Defense Systems Technology

• Mar 2020 - Apr 2021

Ensure all Contracts within the individual’s authority meet the Babcock International Group Commercial, Health and Safety policies and procedures and are compliant within the legal entity that they are being placed. Design and develop cross business strategic supply chains that meet immediate and future needs. Source new routes to supply markets developing relationships and supply chain designs that are future forward, collaborative and mutually beneficial. Negotiate Contract Terms and Conditions both for materials and services and incorporate in flexible contract arrangements that motivate the required performanceUse contracts to stimulate the potential for innovation, best practice ways of working and encourage the generation of collaborative mutually beneficial supplier relationships.Analyse supply routes, procurement spend and capability requirements and seek to introduce the most cost effective contracting route to suit each circumstance. Manage and develop Key Supplier Relationships in line with sourcing strategies to provide dynamic supply solutions across the Babcock business. Develop value plans with these suppliers to release value through risk mitigation and opportunity realisation. Providing escalation to support project teams in execution of their projects. Identifying opportunity for improvement in ongoing contract delivery, including attending Customer meetings. Prepare and issue Invitations to Tender or requests for quotations. Chairing tender opening meetings, bid clarification meetings with Tenderers and start-up meetings. Systematically evaluate competing offers and present recommendations to stakeholders Negotiate competitive prices often against a background of demanding target savings and sole source suppliers. Work with other stakeholders to create strategic sourcing arrangements in support of business objectives. Manage contracts of significant value and impact and ensure delivery of performance and benefits. Show less

Buyer - Naval Nuclear Suppy Chain

• Dec 2019 - Mar 2020

The role is within the Central Operational Team, procuring materials in support of various Business Units and Projects. The opportunity is within the Marine and Technology Division who are the UK's leading marine support business and deliver a wide range of through-life engineering services to commercial and defence markets in the UK and overseas. The Marine and Technology (M&T) Division has over 9,000 highly skilled people contributing extensive knowledge and experience. Our collaborative approach to working with customers and suppliers aims to fully meet and exceed our customers' needs and expectations. Working side by side with our customers on concept design, project management, testing, assembly, maintenance and asset management, through to decommissioning, we aim to ensure their ultimate objectives and commitments are always achieved. As a Buyer you will commercially represent the company and provide support to the Babcock Marine and Technology Supply Chain in the provision of Goods and / or Services at the best total acquisition cost, consistent with the specified technical, quality assurance and delivery requirements which are critical to the success of this business. Show less

Plymouth Argyle Football Player

• Nov 2018 - Oct 2020

International Development Officer

• Mar 2019 - Sep 2019

Smart has a strategy to export its technology overseas primarily as a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS). Recently, Smart won an international tender to deliver PaaS for New Ireland Assurance, one of the largest pension providers in Ireland. This role is in the International Strategy team who are responsible for Smart’s expansion overseas. It is a diverse and rewarding role that touches on a number of skillsets and involves travel to priority markets across the world. - Support the Director of International in exporting Smart’s Platform-as-a-Service overseas to key target markets. - Lead specific project work in relation to market entry or at the earlier stages of market analysis. - Represent Smart overseas to a range of stakeholders ensuring a positive image is projected at all times. - Skilfully develop and maintain international relationships with key stakeholders in the public and provide sectors. - Deputise for the Director of International in certain circumstances. - Provide a range of administrative support functions to the Director of International. Show less

Contract Specialist

• May 2017 - Oct 2018

- Foreign Military Sales Division -*SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE*- Use procurement procedures to solicit country-direct assignments.- Use negotiation skills during pre-award to procure items in the best interest of the United States Government.- I apply Federal laws, regulations, and precedents governing procurements for developmental assignments or segments of large procurement actions.- I solve practical problems such as transportation commodity usage, interchange-abilities, and pricing matters as they relate to the product quality.- I write delivery orders on a $1.77 Billion Dollar Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract in support of United States Allies.- Follows up and resolves post-award problems.- De-obligate funding using PADDS contract writing system. Show less

Contract Specialist Pathways Intern

• Jun 2016 - Apr 2017

- Foreign Military Sales Division -*PRELIMINARY SECRET SECURITY CLEARANCE*As a Pathways Intern at the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) I receive on-the-job experience in Government Contracting and the procurement of goods and services in the Federal Sector. I gain experience in acquisition strategy planning, solicitations, negotiations, award, administration and closeout of contracts within your assigned customer portfolio. - Performs basic developmental assignments providing support and assistance to contracting specialists, contracting officers, and other personnel in connection with the particular segment of the organization to which assigned.- Works closely with higher graded personnel in performing support tasks in the acquisition-related field.- Assists in expediting and following up on deliveries made through various procurement vehicles.- Assists in the purchase of standard, common-use items.- Helps assemble and review acquisition packages and types of requests for proposals, bids, or quotations, checking documents for obvious errors and ensuring that standard or special provisions are current and in accordance with applicable regulations and policies. Show less

Estimating Commercial Department Coordinator

• Nov 2015 - Jun 2016

- Extract vital information from engineering plans for quotation process.- Update information of addendum’s - Complete Submittal and Operation Manuel’s for projects managers and engineers.- Serve as a mediator between customer accounts and commercial department.- Track bidding projects and ensure salesman follow-up.

Design Consultant

• Sep 2014 - Nov 2015

- Designed kitchen and bath projects in SHIMS program.- Promoted new products while also selling original items.- Displayed knowledge of plumbing expertise.- Marketing for company in home and design shows.