Vahid Kahkeshani

Supply Chain & Procurement Lead with 14+ years of experience in the engineering and manufacturing sectors. Secured over GBP 61K in Innovate UK and Horizon Europe funding for novel R&D projects. Accelerated supplier lead times, allowing Diverse R&D and manufacturing initiatives to enable early project completion. Directed end-to-end supply chain and procurement operations for GBP 6M+ R&D programs, overseeing hundreds of components from design through manufacturing.

Supply Chain & Procurement Leader with extensive experience in engineering and manufacturing sectors. Skilled in strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, inventory optimisation, and end-to-end supply chain planning. Proven track record in reducing lead times, controlling costs, and supporting R&D and new product development initiatives.

Experienced in MRP/ERP systems, logistics planning, and supplier performance management, with a strong ability to lead cross-functional teams, engage stakeholders, and deliver operational excellence. Adept at balancing technical understanding with procurement strategy to ensure projects are completed efficiently, on time, and within budget.

MBA in Strategy, University of Tehran, Iran – Focused on strategic management, operations, and supply chain leadership.

PgCert MSc in Welding Engineering, Cranfield University, UK – Specialised in welding processes, inspection, and technical quality management.