[{"role":"Principal Procurement Consultant","company":"Calreative Solutions Pty Ltd.","endYear":"","endMonth":"","location":"Perth | Australia","startYear":"2024","startMonth":"5","currentRole":true,"description":"<p>Established Calreative Solutions Pty Ltd to empower businesses achieve operational excellence and cost optimization through value-driven procurement practices. Leveraging my 15+ years of expertise within international corporates and unique skillset, I offer independent consulting / contracting and interim management services on a fixed-term basis (short/med/long/periodic), focusing on building robust procurement and supply chain capabilities for long-term value creation</p>"}, {"role":"Head of Procurement & Supply Management","company":"thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions","endYear":"2023","endMonth":"3","location":"Perth | Australia","startYear":"2021","startMonth":"4","currentRole":false,"description":"<ul><li>Led a full procurement transformation during restructuring, delivering stability and cost savings.</li><li>Led a high-performing procurement team, overseeing all procurement lifecycle and contract activities across Australian operations.</li><li>Managed and implemented procurement and contract process improvements, streamlining procurement operations and enhancing efficiency.</li><li>Drove procurement transformation initiatives, including the digitisation of manual workflows and implementation of system enhancements to drive efficiency and improve user experience.</li><li>Partnered with the Finance to optimize the invoice approval workflow process, achieving a 20% increase in on-time payments and reducing average processing time by 62%.</li><li>Participated in internal audit programs, ensuring compliance and identifying continuous improvement opportunities across departments.</li><li>Championed the rollout of supplier qualification and performance tools to enhance visibility, compliance and decision-making.</li><li>Coached and developed team members, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accountability, growth, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>"}, {"role":"Strategic Sourcing (Category Management) Lead – Production Capital Projects","company":"Expro Group","endYear":"2021","endMonth":"4","location":"Perth | Australia","startYear":"2019","startMonth":"3","currentRole":false,"description":"<ul><li>Pioneered category management and strategic sourcing for production capital projects, leading global rollout of key initiatives in a first-of-its-kind role for the business line.</li><li>Managed strategic supplier relationships at a senior level, fostering collaboration and driving innovation. </li><li>Oversaw contracts performance, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and driving continuous improvement.</li><li>Accounted for end-to-end procurement and contract processes, contract strategies and contract agreements for various spend categories.</li><li>Introduced a vendor performance rating system for production capital projects.</li><li>Strengthened service quality and competitiveness by sourcing new suppliers, establishing a tiered-supplier segmentation plan, and embedding data-driven selection criteria.</li></ul>"}, {"role":"Senior Procurement Specialist","company":"Petrofac International Limited ","endYear":"2019","endMonth":"2","location":"UAE","startYear":"2016","startMonth":"4","currentRole":false,"description":"<ul><li>Delivered measurable savings and procurement efficiency across multi-billion-dollar EPC contracts through full-cycle sourcing leadership.</li><li>Led procurement execution for diverse material and service categories across major projects, ensuring adherence to procurement policies and best practices.</li><li>Conducted commercial negotiations with suppliers, securing optimal pricing and favourable terms and conditions.</li><li>Provided procurement support and guidance to project teams, facilitating efficient and cost-effective project delivery.</li><li>Analyzed and reported on procurement data, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.</li></ul>"}, {"role":"Project Procurement Lead","company":"Petrofac International Limited ","endYear":"2016","endMonth":"4","location":"UAE","startYear":"2014","startMonth":"1","currentRole":false,"description":"<ul><li>Led end-to-end procurement activities for a $500 million oil and gas project, from sourcing to contract close-out. </li><li>Achieved 12% cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiation, contributing to overall project profitability.</li><li>Managed a team of project professionals, ensuring effective collaboration and achievement of project objectives.</li><li>Mitigated risks and ensured compliance through effective contract management and supplier performance monitoring.</li></ul>"}, {"role":"Supplier Contract Management (Field Expediting)","company":"Petrofac International Limited ","endYear":"2014","endMonth":"1","location":"Italy | UK | Germany","startYear":"2012","startMonth":"10","currentRole":false,"description":"<ul><li>Managed contract deliveries at vendor premises, ensuring timely and cost-effective completion of high-value equipment packages.</li><li>Coordinated with cross-functional teams to expedite deliveries and resolve any issues.</li><li>Built and maintained strong relationships with suppliers, fostering open communication and collaboration.</li></ul>"}, {"role":"Procurement Specialist ","company":"Petrofac International Limited ","endYear":"2012","endMonth":"10","location":"UAE","startYear":"2008","startMonth":"9","currentRole":false,"description":"<ul><li>Executed sourcing strategies and managed the RFP process for multibillion-dollar proposals and projects, involving international suppliers and stakeholders.</li><li>Evaluated supplier proposals, conducted commercial negotiations, and ensured compliance with procurement procedures.</li><li>Contributed to successful tender submissions and project executions, demonstrating strong procurement fundamentals and attention to detail in a global context.</li></ul>"}]