I am a certified MCIPS Procurement practitioner with over 15 years’ experience in Corporate / Indirect spend. As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, I provide critical support for all sourcing initiatives to ensure the security of supply and drive adherence to organizational policies. Work in collaboration with project teams to drive increases in innovation and product development. Managed contracts throughout its life cycle and ensure KPI’s are adhered to. Supplier relationship and stakeholder management is key attribute in my role, along with strong organisational skills. End to end management of quality, forecasting and delivery issues with all stakeholders to reach quick and accurate resolution. Assist buyers with the development of market forecast leading to open price determination as well as research the cost factors that may influence material forecast while recommending best practices on the needs of the category.