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Christopher Evans

Christopher Evans

Purchasing Manager

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Procurement & Supply Chain Leader | Track Record of Delivering Savings & Driving Operational Efficiency Gains | Expert in Digital Panel Products, Sustainability, and Product Development

  • Education

    • The Weald Sixth Form

      2003 - 2005

    • The Weald

      1998 - 2003

    • University of the West of England

      2006 - 2009
      BA Business Studies

  • Experience

    • European Office Products PLC

      Oct 2011 - Nov 2014
      Purchasing Manager

      Purchasing Manager for European Office Products PLC – A national Office Solutions Company based in West SussexForming close relationships with Stakeholders. Sales, Finance, Customer Service, Marketing and key suppliers in the supply chain.Responsibilities:Stock Management, Supplier Negotiation, Forecasting, Production & Supply, Content Management

    • Edge & Wax

      Dec 2014 - Oct 2015
      Category Buyer

      Category Buyer for Outdoor RetailerResponsible for sourcing new brands and suppliers into the portfolio, stock management and replenishment across the snow sport category. Core function to maximise profit by adding value to the supply chain. Forming collaborative supply business partners, negotiating better pricing and payment terms helping ensure healthy margins are maintained.

    • Clear Channel UK

      Nov 2015 - Jul 2022

      Digital, Construction and New Product Development Buyer for Clear Channel - One of the UK’s leading Out of Home media owners.Covering categories in Direct & Indirect Procurement

      • Head Of Direct Procurement, Europe

        Dec 2020 - Jul 2022

      • Category Lead

        Mar 2018 - Dec 2020

      • Buyer

        Nov 2015 - Feb 2018

    • Clear Channel Outdoor

      Jul 2022 - now
      Project Manager: Procurement, Supply Chain & Delivery

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • BA Hons Business Studies

      University of the West of England
      Jul 2009

    • Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement

      CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
      May 2019