Tim Foster

Partner, Consulting, Risk & Outsourcing (Cr & o) @BDO UK

Birmingham, GB

As the leader of our Operational Excellence team within BDO Consulting, I am dedicated to driving the highest standards of performance and innovation for our clients. With more than 26 years of experience in consulting and advisory roles, I specialise in delivering business transformation and process optimisation for major organisations in the UK and internationally.My core expertise lies in overseeing complex operational improvement programmes—from Shared Services Centre (SSC) transformation and finance function enhancement to IPO readiness, target operating model design, and strategic roadmapping. I am passionate about guiding large-scale business change initiatives and providing robust project and programme management to ensure sustainable outcomes.Our Operational Excellence and Consulting Services are designed to help organisations navigate complex challenges, leveraging advanced methodologies, technology, and the expertise of our team to manage risk, drive performance, and realise their strategic ambitions. My sector focus spans aerospace and defence, automotive, manufacturing, wholesale and retail, and utilities, where I have been privileged to work with renowned companies such as GKN Plc, SuperDry Plc, Mitchells & Butlers, Bodycote plc, Dignity plc, TNT/FedEx, Travis Perkins, and JCB.My commitment is to empower our clients to achieve operational excellence, foster innovation, and ensure resilient, future-ready businesses through every engagement with BDO Consulting.Other roles at BDO since February 2013:2013 – 2019 – Head of RAS (Midlands)2019 – 2025 – Head of RAS (UK)