Matt Stanhope-Smith

Experience

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  GEV Offshore Ltd

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2017

  Purchasing Manager

  • Oversee buying function for GEV Offshore, GEV Windpower, Oxifree UK and Subsea Masters• Lead mediation between procurement, finance and stores functions• Develop and manage relationships with both suppliers and clients• Lead negotiation and deal shaping with key suppliers• Ensure that the department is working to company expected standard• Arrange and expedite all freight and logistical shipments• Continually evaluate and innovate the supply chain and procurement process in line with proposed ISO 9001 plans and wider legislative requirements• Provide in-house training for everybody accessing the procurement function• Generate purchase orders and expedite the order process• Maintain product database within the purchasing system• Delegate relevant activities to supporting members of staff Show less

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  Leidos Innovations UK

  Jan 2017 - now

  Subcontract Manager

  • Provide procurement advice to internal stakeholders to ensure best possible value to external customers• Drive best value within procurement opportunities using competitive tendering and price negotiation• Negotiate and sign corporate agreements including general terms and conditions of purchase and master service agreements• Identify and mitigate potential risks within the supply chain• Setup and manage subcontracts• Provide departmental advice on software procurement as the designated subject matter expert• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company best practice and legislative requirements• Build and manage supplier relationships as the key relationship manager • Liaise with senior management to provide regular updates in respect to procurement activities• Support the delivery of the firm's functional procurement strategy• Support other departments with bid and proposal pricing• Actively monitor and contribute towards business rhythm reports including savings log and historical pricing data• Process purchase orders and purchase requisitions• Expedite invoices through the internal review process Show less