Carmen Mathie

• Managed Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and other sourcing initiatives.
• Administered purchase orders and expedited critical engineering parts to ensure zero production downtime.
• Monitored budget and costs effectively while ensuring project adherence.
• Acted as primary liaison between engineering and procurement teams to align technical specifications.
• Synchronized with engineering to streamline components for vehicle manufacturing.

Directed account management for over £15 million annually.

• Experience working independently and taking responsibility for the procurement strategy across all levels of the assigned organisation.
• Negotiated pricing and transportation with suppliers, leveraging strong negotiation skills and price negotiation expertise.
• Implemented cost-saving initiatives that reduced procurement expenses by £100k annually, without compromising on quality, showcasing effective buying experience.
• Collaborated with Finance and Engineering to reduce indirect spend on consulting services, contributing to overall cost reduction.

Transferred to All Metal services under the TUPE regulations due to a service provision change, continuing the same role and responsibilities.

• Sourced and purchased titanium and aluminium products within budgets and quality standards, demonstrating product sourcing capabilities.
• Maintained accurate delivery date records to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely fulfilment.
• Produced and reviewed supplier purchase order status reports for management oversight, highlighting attention to detail.
• Regularly communicated with internal and external customers regarding order status and timeframes, ensuring smooth relationship management.
• Evaluated supplier performance through reviews, addressing issues to uphold service levels and maintain strong supplier relationship management.

• Communicated with suppliers, transport companies, and other stakeholders to facilitate on-time delivery, ensuring effective supplier relationship management.
• Evaluated supplier performance through regular reviews, addressing any issues to maintain high service levels, and foster strong supplier relationships.
• Sourced and purchased all goods within timeframes, budgets, and the company's quality standards, demonstrating product sourcing and buying experience.
• Trained junior buyers on procurement strategies, negotiation techniques, and supplier management, sharing expertise in negotiation skills.

Established strong relationships with suppliers to optimise performance and ensure contract compliance, demonstrating robust supplier relationship management.

• Processed orders based on mechanical drawings, enhancing accuracy in fulfilment and demonstrating attention to detail.
• Captured customer order details efficiently through telephonic and digital platforms.
• Negotiated pricing, credit terms, and transportation with suppliers, utilising strong negotiation skills and price negotiation expertise.
• Consulted with suppliers, reviewed contracts, and evaluated quotations, contributing to effective product sourcing.
• Evaluated supplier quotations and conducted comparisons to leverage and deliver on budgets, showcasing buying experience.