Deep Bhimani

Procurement Manager @ Nationwide Paper

About

I am a dynamic and goal-oriented commercial leader who is dedicated to driving company growth. My expertise lies in utilizing my extensive knowledge of the UK retail market and supply chain to develop new products, establish valuable supplier relationships, and implement strategies that enhance margins. At the core of my approach is a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. I strive to ensure that every business decision prioritizes the customer, offering the highest quality products that are accessible to a wide range of customers while simultaneously fostering growth for our suppliers. I firmly believe in seeking ethical solutions that have a positive social impact on both people and the environment. My aim is to drive progressive and sustainable change within the food and drinks industry. My specialties encompass negotiation, product development, packing development, branded packaging solution, global export, understanding the UK retail market, implementing margin-enhancing strategies, finding packaging solutions, managing social impact, and leading matrix teams.

Country

United Kingdom

City

Harrow

Industry

Packaging & Containers

Skill

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, Logistics and Distribution Management, Supply Chain Analytics, Risk Management and Compliance, Leadership and Change Management, People Management, Logistics Management, Supplier Evaluation, Supplier Audits, Quality Assurance, Inventory Planning, Purchasing Processes, Negotiation, SAP Inventory Management, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Cost Management, Engineering, Mechanics, Design

Experience

Procurement Manager

Nationwide Paper

2020-10 - Present · 6 yrs

High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

Responsibility of tender processes and commercial negotiation as well as the ongoing management of existing and new relationships with suppliers and other key stakeholders. Management of domestic and global export listed and promotional products, buying on behalf of all across the world. Creation and rationalisation of data reporting on product release; responsible for ensuring products are made and released to the highest QA & safety standards. Experience in successful end to end procurement functions from RFQ planning, conducting the tender, and analysis, through to business award. Negotiation: delivered significant savings whilst mitigating against many cost increases and exploited multiple cost efficiency strategies to drive further cost savings. Deliver bottom line savings against year on year spending and budgets. Evaluate opportunities for global sourcing and utilising corporate leverage. Develop purchasing policies and procedures to ensure purchasing efficiencies and audit compliance. I am most acclaimed for my innovative thinking which has led to many successful changes in the business, with supply chain improvements accompanying total cost to company reductions.