simon west

To develop, lead and direct all business areas to ensure that the Industrial Projects division delivers its targets for market share, operational excellence and profit. To ensure people of all areas of responsibility comply with global IP strategy. To position the IP division for future growth.

Set up and implementation of entire operations department following handover of workload mid way through a major construction contract. Reviewed and streamlined existing practices and processes in order to maximize profit margin without jeopardizing service levels and in some instances actually improving them.

Responsible for the successful implementation of a new department following the award of a major contract. Liaison with client's procurement team and expediting, shipping and monitoring of purchase orders. Extensive contract with HMRC to ensure client's IPR schedule was regularly maintained and submitted. Negotiations with award of contracts to sub suppliers. Monitoring and reporting of service levels to client as well as sales and profit reports to directors.

Responsible for shipment of materials for various projects. identified and exploited new business opportunities such as more cost effective routing, cross trade shipments and client sub contractors as direct customers.

Thorough training within the Project Forwarding Industry. Preparation of tenders. Visiting and entertaining new and existing clients. Interface with Freight Industry media concerning press release, news worthy shipments etc.

Responsible for the management of coordinated and timely delivery of materials for the construction of world class oil and gas production facilities. Extensive interface with suppliers, contractors and client procurement and delivery management teams to ensure excellent performance whilst optimizing cost savings. Extensive monitoring and reporting of KPIs through a variety of management tools.