Caroline Berry

Strategic, commercially astute Purchasing & Operations Professional with over 15 years' experience leading procurement, supplier management, and cross-functional coordination across Infrastructure, Construction, and Medical Manufacturing. Known for strengthening supplier performance, reducing operational risk, and driving measurable cost efficiencies. Skilled in building high-performing supplier networks, negotiating commercially helpful agreements, and implementing robust procurement governance.

Data-driven mindset enhanced through the Multiverse Data Fellowship, using Power BI to create KPIs and insights. Calm, analytical, dependable, and ready to deliver senior-level impact.

Buyer & Operations (Energy, Water, Highways Frameworks) - Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure - Central Team

(2019-05)

• Lead procurement activity for major infrastructure frameworks, ensuring materials meet engineering, commercial, and sustainability requirements.
• Build and keep a strong supplier base, negotiating pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Use Power BI to transform procurement data into KPIs improving supplier performance.
• Oversee procurement documentation ensuring compliance with audit and sustainability standards.
• Resolve procurement and invoice issues with QS and Finance teams.
• Deliver training on Viewpoint, SharePoint, and sustainability modules; maintain gold status in the Supply Chain Sustainability School.
• Standardised document control and mentored colleagues on data governance.
• Strong understanding of Duty of Care waste carrier verification, disposal documentation and compliant waste handling processes across construction and manufacturing environments.
• Committed to using sustainable waste-management practices, prioritising recycling, re-use and diversion from landfill through compliant documentation and supplier governance.

Procurement Lead - Barton Plant

(2018-05 - 2019-05)

• Managed procurement for groundwork and civils products across multiple sites.
• Coordinated aggregate sourcing, delivery schedules, and supplier performance.
• Maintained compliance documentation including COSHH, permits, and environmental requirements.
• Supported QS teams with cost planning and pricing updates.
• Improved operational efficiency through correct order management and invoice reconciliation.

Purchasing & Administration Manager - Ken Hall Ltd / Halo Medical

(2008-01 - 2018-05)

• Led procurement and administration teams, improving productivity through workflow optimisation.
• Managed supplier relationships, pricing structures, and quality issues.
• Reduced indirect spend and optimised inventory levels.
• Produced KPI reporting and supported operational decisions.
• Supervised administrative teams and introduced new organisational systems.

Data Fellowship - Power BI, Data Ethics, GDPR - Multiverse

Level 3 - Procurement - CIPS

Level 5 Certification - Supply Chain Sustainability School

Practical People Management - Leadership (2016)

NVQ Level II - Business Administration