Andrew Gardner

Background

About Andrew Gardner

PURCHASING SKILLS Strategic responsibility for the purchase of over 140kt pa of flat carbon steel for sites based in the UK, Netherlands, Turkey, Dubai & Thailand. Global understanding of the Steel Market & Non-ferrous metals and associated cost drivers. Experience in managing continuous cost reduction programs. SUPPLY CHAIN SKILLS Led project team, redesigning the structure of a supply chain, including both customers and suppliers. Knowledge of recent supply chain management principles Expertise in segmenting customer order books, allowing differentiated service offering Experienced in the implementation of a Sales and Operations Planning process into a number of businesses Experienced in the use of postponement, allowing reduced lead-times and increased manufacturing flexibility Expertise in the introduction of a Vendor Managed Inventory system with a number of customers. Experienced in the introduction of cross business Key Performance Indicators and Service Level Agreements, giving 'total supply chain' benefits. SALES/COMMERCIAL SKILLS Managing a commercial organisation with sales exceeding £50million per annum. Experienced in managing a Commercial office of 15 employees. Increase account profitably through targeted price negotiation and implementation Pro-active approach to new business recruitment Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the work place Strong focus on working closely with customers for mutual benefit and growth Effectively work with sales targets Specialties: c, drivers, financial, management, marketing, negotiation, purchasing, quality, sales, strategic,