Vanessa Goodridge MCIPS

Core Skills - A strong negotiator - Proven ability to manage total spend within category and overachieving cost reduction targets. - Category management - Incorporating supplier and stakeholder engagement and, identifying and driving opportunities to generate category growth whilst maximizing profits - Project Management – Creating product launch schedules for multiple projects to ensure project launches deliverables by agreed deadlines - Supplier Relationship Management – Site visits to manufactures to maintain relationships and drive supplier performance. Where required overseeing trial and first productions - Risk Management – Producing risk management programs for all suppliers to ensure product availability and cost control - Internal and External Stakeholder Management – Working with stakeholders in various locations around the globe effective communication is essential - Mentoring and coaching – participate in the internal intern program to share expertise and contribute to their development Product areas responsible for during my career with Amway: Lingerie Clothing Handbags Jewellery Christmas collection Table Top Small electricals Promotional Products Food (Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar) Beverages (Tea and Coffee) Food Supplements (Hardshells, Tablet, Softgels) Sports Nutrition (Powders, Gels)

· Responsible for small electricals which included both branded and own brand products · Management of suppliers across Europe and based in the Far East · Regular travel oversees for supplier visits Biggest successes in role: · Responsible for market analysis to identify potential products and suppliers for the Christmas promotional catalogue for Europe and Russia

·Buying assistant to the buyer supporting categories clothing, lingerie, handbags and small electricals

· Responsible for Ministry Of Defence (IT & Software contract) negotiating annual service plans and catalogue of core products. · Maintenance of SAP system to ensure correct allocation of contracts and orders.

· Apprenticeship position supporting administrative function of Procurement · Promoted to Buying Assistant within 12 months