Charlotte Astles

Strategic Buyer @ Kingspan Water & Energy

About

CIPS Level 4 qualified procurement specialist with international experience across various industries including manufacturing, construction, travel and electrical. Skilled in sourcing, contract negotiation, problem-solving, and building supplier networks in UK, Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. Spanish speaking conversationally, through university study and work in Spain, I bring cultural awareness, adaptability, and a passion for driving innovation, sustainability, and value — ready to make an impact in any sector.

Country

United Kingdom

City

Milton Keynes

Industry

Consumer Goods

Skill

Project Management, Global Sourcing, Commercial Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Procurement, Event Planning, Organization Skills, Creative Problem Solving, Product Strategy, Team Leadership, Language Teaching, Spanish Translation, Supplier Performance, Supplier Management, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Spanish, Teamwork, Communication

Experience

Strategic Buyer

Kingspan Water & Energy

2023-10 - Present · 3 yrs

Driving initiatives focused on cost savings, sustainability, operational efficiency, quality improvement, and stock control. Managing and delivering cross-functional projects in collaboration with suppliers, production, sales, accounts, and engineering teams. Optimising supply chain performance, enhancing supplier relationships, and aligning procurement strategy with broader business goals.

Trip Director

Lake of the Woods & Greenwoods Camps

2023-6 - 2023-9 · 4 mos

Michigan, United States

Summer contract in Michigan, United States. Head lifeguard on Lake Michigan.

Buyer

Joseph Giles Ltd

2022-6 - 2023-5 · 1 yr

London, England, United Kingdom

Supplier performance management, tracking KPIs on OTIF, quality and lead times. Stock management, updating MOQs and MSLs in line with sales forecast and fast moving products vs made to order. Ensuring all products meet high standards Negotiating with suppliers on pricing, quantities and delivery schedules. Working closely with the operations, projects and warehouse teams to meet OTIF at 98%. Project management to ensure client schedules on track and meeting deadlines

Assistant Buyer

Joseph Giles Ltd

2021-1 - 2022-6 · 1 yr 6 mos

Product Manager

Tropical Sky

2018-11 - 2020-12 · 2 yrs 2 mos

West Sussex, England, United Kingdom

Sourcing/ managing product and supplier relationships for Asia and Latin America Launched the Latin America programme from scratch. Managed international stakeholder relationships, contracts and rates with luxury brands including Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, Accor Group and smaller boutique style hotels Identified margin growth opportunities Hosted training and webinar sessions to UK, Irish and homeworkers sales teams Attended UK & international trade shows, FAM trips, supplier meetings and networking events