Stuart Boog

• Partnered with senior stakeholders to develop sustainable supply chain strategies, enhancing overall value. • Built and mentored a high-performing procurement team, achieving all targets and fostering professional growth. • Transitioned logistics to a single-source supplier, reducing costs by 25% on a $4.5M annual spend. • Managed a $12M tender for truck tyres, realizing an 8% annual cost saving.

I played a pivotal role in enhancing procurement strategies at Holcim Australia, achieving substantial cost savings and operational improvements. • Sourced 100,000L of Adblue during a supply shortage, securing lower pricing than existing contracts. • Led the tender process for explosives, consolidating suppliers and saving 20% on a $17M spend. • Oversaw fleet management and represented procurement in Holcim's RAP working group, driving strategic initiatives.

I successfully led procurement initiatives that aligned with Pacific National's strategic goals, resulting in measurable impacts. • Formulated and implemented procurement strategies that reduced overall spend by 15%. • Enhanced supplier relationships, leading to improved quality and delivery timelines. • Streamlined risk management processes, ensuring project timelines were met without compromising quality.

• Drove strategic sourcing and contract negotiations to enhance procurement practices at Kinrise. • Managed the pallet transition project, achieving significant cost savings through effective contract analysis. • Developed go-to-market strategies for contingent labor, resulting in estimated savings of 10% on a $24M spend.

I successfully led category management initiatives at WaterNSW, driving procurement excellence and sustainable value. • Analyzed procurement spend and market trends, identifying opportunities that resulted in a 15% cost reduction. • Developed and implemented sourcing strategies, enhancing supplier engagement and contract negotiations. • Conducted regular supplier performance reviews, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and standards.

I successfully developed and managed the local procurement function at Beiersdorf Australia, driving significant improvements in supplier collaboration and cost efficiency. • Implemented global procurement principles, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational effectiveness. • Identified and qualified key suppliers, fostering innovation and timely delivery of materials. • Developed purchasing policies that aligned with company standards, optimizing procurement activities.

• Supported the development and management of category strategies to enhance competitive advantage for Caltex. • Led sourcing strategies that resulted in significant cost savings, contributing to Procurement’s annual benefits target. • Fostered collaboration with stakeholders to challenge the status quo and achieve business objectives. • Managed a team of 2 and acted as Acting Category Manager, ensuring seamless operations in the absence of leadership.

• Managed the end-to-end sourcing process for materials and services, ensuring alignment with business objectives. • Collaborated with stakeholders to understand their needs, enhancing sourcing strategies and contract negotiations. • Implemented risk mitigation strategies, successfully reducing procurement-related issues by 20%.

I successfully managed procurement strategies at Integral Energy, driving efficiencies across an $8 million indirect spend portfolio. • Developed strategic plans that optimized supplier relationships, resulting in improved service delivery. • Conducted regular reviews of procurement processes, leading to enhanced operational effectiveness. • Leveraged strong negotiation skills to achieve cost savings across multiple categories, including travel and advertising.

• Managed the indirect category contract and spend, ensuring optimal utilization of Mission Australia’s buying power. • Implemented category strategies that led to continual cost and process improvements across the organization. • Developed and monitored KPIs/SLA for supplier performance, enhancing accountability and service delivery.