James Thom
Group Head - Vendor and Procurement Management @Santa Fe Relocation
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WORK HISTORY
Group Head - Vendor and Procurement Management @Santa Fe Relocation
London, GB
Group Head of Global Procurement and supply chain management over seeing a Global spend in excess of GBP 120 Million per year. Develop strategic processes for short and long term cost savings with improved cash flow measures through contract renegotiations and service streamlining. Lead global audit and cost saving projects across a network of 46 Global Offices. Supporting the business in new business development and pricing initiatives for securing and extending existing contracts. Drive compliance practice throughout the organization and develop a training platform to be able to demonstrate supplier compliance.
EDUCATION
Techinicon South Africa
Personal Management
ABOUT JAMES THOM
I am a dedicated and highly pragmatic Procurement and Supply chain executive (CRP Certified & ISO2015 audit accredited). Progressive 26 year career in the Relocation, transportation and global mobility industry leading to current role as Group Head of Procurement at a market leading Global Relocation Company. Extensive supplier relationship management, Implementation, contract negotiation skills combined with a exceptional understanding of HR operational requirements, immigration, taxation methodologies and an excellent understanding of assignment life cycle and the associated matters. Demonstrable track record of cost saving initiatives both short and long term across various service lines.
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