Nicola M.

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ABOUT NICOLA M.

Senior Procurement, Operations and Supply Chain executive with UK and International market expertise in FMCG, Packaged Consumer Goods and Technology industries. Good knowledge and experience of local laws and EU regulations for global sourcing, contracts and service. A strong leader with good strategic vision and excellent customer focus. Able to build, implement and execute project plans delivering significant value to changing business requirements. Passionate about building strong relationships and working collaboratively to deliver best in class product/services/solutions from an efficient and effective procurement and supply chain function. Adaptable and flexible, enjoys fast paced, collegiate environments, managing change and working across different cultures and international territories. Ardent advocate of developing people and motivating/engaging teams, having a strong ability to connect with people to get the best from them. Key Skills:* Procurement: raw materials, POS, promotional items, print and packaging * E2E supply chain including strategy development and execution * Supplier selection and contract management * Territory & JV start up operations, outsourcing, managing commercial alliances * Identifying supply chain developments and business process re-engineering * NPD Stage & Gate implementation and management, new product releases * Relationship building with internal and external customers and stakeholders * Leadership across diverse geographies, multiple cultures and languages