Gavin Jarman

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About Gavin Jarman

Supplier Relationship Manger with a proven track record of strong business acumen, relationship management, data analysis, strategic thinking, and Communication. Currently I'm the Contents Supplier Performance Manager at AA Insurance, managing a wide range of supplier categories, ensuring the categories and suppliers are performing to their optimum. I am passionate about reducing leakage, process blockages, redefining strategies, achieving company goals and targets. Technical Skills Strong Negotiator (Scotwork Negotiation course). Strong ability to write agreements. Strong analytical interpretive skills. Excellent Microsoft office skills. Relationship Management Excellent relationships built with varying levels of seniority, both internally and externally. Excellent ability to facilitate meetings. Strong negotiator for service and cost. Ability to discuss anything in a constructive manner. Experienced in developing relationships with different industries. Strategy Excellent at understanding strategy. Writing reports to highlight areas of improvement with recommendations to the business for strategic gains. Writing SOAP’s to specify why a certain strategic direction maybe advantages or not. Being aware of the environment, understanding internal and external factors, capitalising on opportunities, and looking for ways to mitigate negative exposure. Communication Throughout my career, I have communicated excellently. I can build rapport quickly, inspiring confidence and fostering these relationships for longevity. I am an excellent communicator. Communicate feedback and process improvement. Develop processes with suppliers that accommodate the needs of both businesses. Confident in meeting or presenting to anyone. Calm and positive under pressure, and able to confidently discuss objections. Understanding different businesses comes easily to me, and I am confident in making suggestions for development.