Richard Leech

A keen learner, who is willing to draw on the many skills developed, whilst working as a Procurement specialist (Buyer) within Supply Chain Teams. I have gained key experience regarding issues and processes not only within Procurement but also R&D engineering departments. Logistics, operations & production and Customer Services.

I believe this has given me a fundamental understanding of the Supply chain business. I am a highly driven and determined individual who is honest, punctual, efficient and reliable. I am well disciplined, organised and enthusiastic towards new challenges at work.

I am an adaptable individual who draws from my many experiences and understanding of people. I am a first-class communicator at all levels and have excellent customer service skills.

Willing to relocate: Anywhere

Procurement Specialist buyer - Evoqua Water Technologies Xylem-Manchester - Greater Manchester

(2024-02)

Contractor

Procurement Specialist (Buyer) - Landis + Gyr Ltd Gas - Electric Smart metering Global EMEA Company - Manchester

(2011-08 - 2023-03)

• Maintaining and updating the accuracy and integrity of the Indirect / direct Purchasing system (SAP)
• Building relationships with key suppliers / stakeholders
• Negotiations
• Ensuring NDA's and contracts are in place
• Tendering and framework agreements
• New vendor creation and approval
• ensuring all procurement processes and procedures are followed in line with the supply chain business requirements
• training new employees — requisitioners, approvers
• Issuing of purchase orders to suppliers
• Running SAP data reports
• KPIs - O.T.D / Cost savings / supplier performance

Warehouse Operative - Landis + Gyr - Manchester, Greater Manchester

(2011-02 - 2013-08)

Warehouse operative in the logistics team, at Landis&Gyr

• Daily stock control, stock rotation and stocktaking of gas meters and parts to all production areas to ensure there is a continuous supply of stock to keen the production lines in operation
• Communicating with all levels of management, including deputy leaders, team leaders and the engineering department

Warehouse Operative - Warehouse operative-Republic - Republic, MO

(2010-01 - 2011-02)

• Distribution of new line stock
• Communication with all lines of management and customers

Senior quality auditor - Soreen Ltd - Manchester, Greater Manchester

(2007-01 - 2009-12)

Assisting the technical department in developing, maintaining and continually improving existing quality systems, incorporating functions outlined in the company's policies, procedures, customer requirements and legislation. Establishing and maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction through process monitoring, auditing and communicating to ail levels. Worked closely with production staff, bringing technical expertise where possible to achieve a high-quality product.

Bakery operative - Soreen Ltd - Manchester, Greater Manchester

(2001-07 - 2007-01)

• Prepared recipes for the factory under a tight schedule
• Due to my input various improvements were made to my work area
• Designed and implemented a traceability system
• Covered the store manager in his absence
• Worked in the technical department preparing test mixes for development of the new product
• Accompanied the project manager to assist with testing of new pudding machines and helped to decide which one to purchase and determine where to locate it

Sales assistant - HRPC - Manchester, Greater Manchester

(2000-01 - 2001-12)

• Supplied parts to tradesmen
• Undertook general office duties and deliveries

Sales assistant - Time Computers - Manchester, Greater Manchester

(1999-01 - 2000-12)

• Sold computers and insurance on a commission basis
• Achieved and often exceeded weekly individual and store targets to drive sales

Bakery operative - Soreen Ltd - Manchester, Greater Manchester

(1997-01 - 1999-12)

Worked shifts in different departments in the factory, gaining a good understanding of the business.

Hygiene operative - Soreen Ltd

(1996-01 - 1997-12)

Maintaining hygiene of factory machinery.

A level - physical education - South Trafford College (1995 - 1997)

GCSEs - maths, science, photography, environmental science, drama (in English) - Wellacre High School (1989 - 1994)