Daniel Fernando
Senior Category Advisor - Electrolyser Procurement Hydrogen Supply Chain @bp
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Category Advisor - Electrolyser Procurement Hydrogen Supply Chain @bp
Leadership across governance, assurance, risk and stakeholder engagement in complex P&O Projects portfolio.Enablement, Governance & Ways of Working• Influenced redesign of Power-BI reporting and developed ToR to improve efficiency, visibility and accountability across P&O Projects Procurement.• Delivered QPF‑driven analysis mapping project funds and cost phases to identify opportunities and validate targets with data, enabling structured, decision‑ready prioritisation.• Influenced LT level decisions through concise, executive‑grade presentations combining commercial, financial and technical insights.Strategy, Standardisation & Supplier/OEM Governance: • Coordinated approval and roll-out of the Global Category Strategy, including a 3‑year roadmap and governance tools.• Strengthened supply chain risk management by challenging inaccuracies in external analysis and securing reassessment of risk outputs.• Delivered market intelligence and geopolitical risk analysis to inform senior decisions.Contracting, Negotiation & Assurance Outcomes:• Negotiated Cyber Security contracts and supported execution of multiple Master Agreements, embedding security and governance requirements.• Cleared major audit findings by resolving contract discrepancies, ownership issues, and data‑quality gaps.Cyber Risk Leadership & Behaviour Change:• Developed four strategic category risk scenarios, improving anticipatory risk management and mitigation planning).• Delivered training on secure, effective use of Copilot and AI tools to improve safe adoption and productivity.Leadership & Stakeholder Management:• Electrolyser Category Manager during leadership commitments for the last 12 months, maintaining delivery continuity and stakeholder alignment.• Organised CEO Networking Events and mentored interns.• Successfully managed high‑pressure stakeholder escalations, including attempted last‑minute cancellation of green hydrogen projects.
EDUCATION
City St George’s, University of London
Master of Science - MSc, Renewable Energy & Power Systems Management
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Master of Business Administration - MBA, MBA Essentials
London South Bank University
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT DANIEL FERNANDO
I have several years of commercial and technical experience. My role in the Procurement Team has enhanced my skills in supply chain interactions, contract negotiations, and strategy development. Recently, I completed an MBA (Essential) at LSE, London, and a course in Private Equity and Venture Capital at Bocconi University, Italy, to further develop my commercial and business knowledge. I have expertise in developing market insights and an analytical approach. My competencies encompass strategic planning, business development, complex and large-scale data analysis at both strategic and tactical levels, and stakeholder management. These skills are crucial for supporting Strategic Planning and Business Development teams.I excel in fast-paced, agile environments where I can leverage my technical background, commercial acumen, and strong organisational skills to drive results. My ability to manage sensitive information, anticipate needs, and adapt quickly to changing priorities makes me well-suited for a role that requires close collaboration with senior leadership. I am enthusiastic about utilising my skills and experience to contribute to strategic planning to achieve the company targets and objectives.
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