Dave Jones MCIPS 's Linkedin Analytics

I am a dynamic and target driven MCIPS qualified procurement leader with a high success rate in driving ambitious procurement strategies for leading global organisations e.g. Yorkshire Water, John Lewis, Waitrose, Thames Water, Efficio, Yell and Vodafone. 7 years regulated procurement experience. I have the proven ability to move to any industry and size, bringing my experience from a range of sectors such as telecoms, retail, media, consultancy and utilities. I have led teams delivering multi year commercial strategies in all areas of indirect spend including IT, Marketing, HR, property, professional services, travel (covering several hundred million pounds of spend). My passion is technology procurement as I love the pace of change and constant innovation. I have a track record of engaging teams and improving delivery performance. I am experienced in working at board level - providing leadership, clear commercial strategy, and collaboration - as well as on a global scale Specialities >Department leadership >Building strategic category plans to address hundreds of millions of spend >Coupa Source to Settle transformation >IT / technology sourcing including : outsourcing, managed services, software, hardware, professional services, implementation, EUC and telecoms >Indirect procurement including : HR, FM, marketing, travel, consultancy, property and professional services. >Category management >Building pragmatic policies, systems and processes >Risk management and governance >Team and function development >Major deal negotiation (advanced GAP training) >Outsourcing and offshoring >Contracts + terms and conditions >Dispute resolution >Supplier relationship management frameworks >GDPR, data protection and compliance >Systems including Coupa end to end implementation >Regulated procurement (UK public procurement regulations) All posts represent personal views. Outside of work I love family life ferrying my kids to various activities. I am the treasurer of a local charity which is focussed on saving tiny lives. I also volunteer at Beavers, enjoy exercising and seeing friends. Always interested in expanding my network - please do send me an invite.