Geoff Chalmers is applying for a procurement position and provides a cover letter and CV highlighting over 20 years of experience in procurement across various industries, including oil and gas. He has a track record of delivering cost savings through strategic sourcing and managing procurement functions. His most recent role was as a sourcing specialist for bp managing laboratory supplies and MRO categories in Germany.

1. To whom it may concern 43 Latimer Road
Wimbledon
London
SW19 1EW
Application date/postmark
07866 958575
geoffchalmers@hotmail.com
Cover letter to support Geoff Chalmers CV in application for post advertised
In supportof my application for postadvertised,I would like to draw attention to my
Purchasing/Procurement experience to date.
I have worked in this field,by way of differentroles, Private & public sectors, for over 20 years in Oil & Gas,Steel,
Engineering and professional services environments.I have dealtwith a multitude ofcategories across a broad
spectrum ofgoods,services and commodities.Ihave also been involved in outsourcing activities,primarilyin
Facilities Management,IS services and an elementofInternational travel. I am CIPS Foundation level qualified.
My prime drivers in Procurementactivity are to deliver value for money, improve service,minimise risk and align
with bestin class procurementstrategies for business.Deploying marketand procurementexpertise to the
organisation across diverse supplycategories,such as Completions,Wireline,Instrumentation,MRO, Fleet,
Marine, Forklifts, Hydraulics,Steel, HR, professional services,FM & Travel, to name buta few.
My remitincludes global supplychain management.I manage commercial details including costs and compliance
with regulatoryrequirements such as HSEQutilising AccountManagementand detailed MI.
I work closelywith internal/external stakeholders up to Board level to ensure "buy in" and measure success both
directly & indirectlyby delivering cost reductions and improved service lines.
My current position is working for an Oil Major in an interim capacityresponsible for SAP – NIKE projectfor
lubricants – NPR in Germany. I manage and train a network of administrators/local Buyers atlocal Office level.
My previous permanent position was a Greenfield site covering 32 Offices with no Procurementdepartmentin
place.The internal audience was very positive in its approach to my appointmentwhich made the task rewarding
and interesting.I managed and trained a network of administrators/local Buyers who facilitated all National
Contracts at local Office level.
I was a member ofGlobal Sourcing team in which I played a key part in sourcing,leading,planning and
implementing projects whilstgaining experience in developing sourcing strategies atEMEA level. In conjunction
with this I ensured alignmentwith category strategies and specific business objectives (both National and
Global).I have negotiated contracts on basis ofprofitability,secure supply,mitigating risk and provided
contractual coverage for all relevant terms within the category.
Where required,I effectively "sell"the Procurementfunction to be viewed as a complimentaryaccompanimentto
all departments within the organisation.Ibelieve Procurement acts as an independent"added value"safeguard
for areas of spend/expertise/marketknowledge thatthe stakeholder maynot have considered or be aware of.
With regards on how I execute my function, I have gained extensive experience in Tendering & award, used
OJEU, Contractwriting, KPI's, SLA's, CSR and in recent years, I have utilised e-auction platforms and on line
procurementtools with excellentsuccess.
To conclude,I challenge the status quo and seek outnew opportunities where possible.
Yours faithfully,
Geoff Chalmers

2. GEOFF CHALMERS
43 Latimer Road
Wimbledon
SW19 1EW
Mobile 07866 958575
Email: geoffchalmers@hotmail.com
An experienced CIPSqualified (foundation) Procurement Professional with a proactive “can do”
approach to work. Experienced in material planning, fastpaced high value project planning/costing,Purchasing
across multisite/multi Countryenvironments.Experienced in Strategic Purchasing on Global basis.Negotiated
Master Service Agreements, SLA’s/KPI's for categories/commodities/services. Contracttendering/award.
Supervised and mentored Buying/Materials team. Works well on own initiative and within team environment.A
reliable companyrepresentative with excellent interpersonal skills who communicates effectively with
stakeholders in conjunction with external suppliers and contractors to deliver bottom line results.
My OBJECTIVES are to continue in Procurement in conjunction with Project Management.
SOURCING SPECIALIST - (initial 6 Month contract)
bp Europa – splitbetween Hamburg/Swindon Nov 14 - present
Main responsibilities
 Supportthe Sourcing Strategy Manager for SAP/MM Nike initiation Projectin bp Germany
 Understand currentSupplier database with Supplier reduction strategyin mind
 Identified critical Goods/services under MRO and associated maintenance categories
 Laboratory Supplies Tender – Pan European
 Work closelywith key German Stakeholders and engage with them with Projectplan
 Third Party testing (Scuffing, pitting, Engine Loading tests)
 Engage with NIKE/P2P team for smooth upload ofSupplier data into SAP
 Created ITT/RFQ documents,initial and final negotiations with suppliers,drafting ofcontracts and
accompanying SLA’s – German & English – whichever is prevalent
 Knowledge ofbp commercial contractlaw/contractual terms and conditions.
 Identified future marketleverage potential relative to the overall sourcing strategyas envisaged
Commodity Savings Achieved £
Laboratory Supplies/consumables 23% £120K
Capex Lab equipment 15% £45K
MRO 12% £80K
PPE 23% £25K
Waste Management 10% £35K
Pumps/Mech Services 18% £60K
Procurement Lead – Interim June 14 – Nov 14
ASCO Oil Service Company
Main responsibilities
 Managed UK Procurementfunction via buying personnel across multisites in UK/Europe
 Initiated tendering processes,creation ofITT/RFQ documentation packages.Pre & postnegotiations
with suppliers,drafting ofcontracts and accompanying SLA’s utilising LOGIC T’s & C’s.
 Maintained Project procurementdatabase ensuring keycomponents are tracked,ordered and costed in
a timely manner. Utilised e- tool platforms,e-auctions,on line tenders to realise same
 Understands contractual scope,keyrisks/criticalities working with Suppliers to mitigate possible risks
 Managed relationships with Projects Dept.,including other disciplines,Bids team,DocumentControl,
Project Managementand critical suppliers
 Involved in creating order platform interface enabling demand for goods/services fulfilled efficiently
 Arranged kick-off meetings with Suppliers and ensure requirements are aligned with Projectdemands
 Key Procurement interface with Microsoft AX installation Project
Categories involved with:-
MRO, Fleet Management,Environmental Waste,Travel, Metering, IS, PPE, Cranes,Forklifts,Branded materials,
Mobile Phones,Fuels, Lubricants, Water,Office Supplies,FM.

3. Procurement Manager May 05 – Jan 14
Grant Thornton UK LLP
Main responsibilities
 Managed UK Procurementfunction via buying personnel across multisites in UK (32 Offices)
 Member of GPT to tender categories/services on strategic Global level.
 Created new tendering processes,creation ofITT/RFQ documentation packages.Pre & post
negotiations with suppliers,drafting ofcontracts and accompanying SLA’s
 Co-ordination ofInternational Group procurementactivities with Member Firms
 Ensured professional procurementand managementoftenders seeking outthe best Suppliers
 Streamlined procurementprocesses on behalfofbusiness partners,pro-activelyseek out and own
process efficiencies within end to end supplychains to increase their efficiencyand effectiveness.
 Centralised all Supplier liaisons in order to leverage volume on commercial deals
 Utilised e- tool platforms,e-auctions,on line tenders
 Lead complexprocurementnegotiations and be directlyinvolved in major supplier negotiations.
 Initiated and developed creative and innovative procurementprocesses.
 Personal ownership for utilisation ofcontracts ensuring order channel strategyenables internal business
customers to order goods/services efficientlyand for contracts to reflect customer requirements
 Provided inputinto the future direction/education ofthe procurementfunction
Main Achievements
 Created new internal PO Requisition system
 Implemented new travel on line solution and policy
 Set up UK wide Purchasing database for all National Contracts
 Member of Corporate Social ResponsibilityTeam/ISO 14001 implementation project
 Initialised BS 8903 Sustainable procurementproject
 Secured initial target costsavings againstannual budgets (examples below)
Commodity Savings Achieved £
Marketing pre-printmaterials 23% £80K
National Mobile Phones 33% £450K
Travel spend reduction 15% £250K
Stationery 46% £700K
Waste Management 22% £65K
National Printer fleet 42% £3.5M
Archiving 30% £800K
SOURCING SPECIALIST (initial 6 Month contract)
bp Oil April 04-May 05
Main responsibilities
 Supportthe Sourcing Strategy Manager through the sourcing strategydevelopment,supplier sourcing.
 Developed and continuallyimproved on sourcing managementprocesses and procedures.
 Identified long lead time components and services essential to S & H sites
 Established KPI's to measure and monitor business critical components and managed same
 Created ITT/RFQ documents,initial and final negotiations with suppliers,drafting ofcontracts and
accompanying SLA’s
 Knowledge ofcommercial contractlaw/contractual terms and conditions.
 Broughtexternal knowledge of other BP ‘bestpractice’ procurementactivities.
 Identified future marketleverage potential relative to the overall sourcing strategyas envisaged.
Main Achievements:
Defined and implemented;Service Level Agreements,supplier performance bymonitoring and review processes.
Receiving and interpreting MI
Secured initial target costsavings againstannual budgets (examples see below)
Commodity Savings Achieved £
PPE 40% £85K
Tank Painting 23% £45K
Valve & Meter M & R 15% £26K
Stationery 40% £70K
Security 20% £32K
Valves/Instrumentation 15% £11K

4. PURCHASING Co-ordinator (Contract Position) Mar 03-Feb 04
Adecco-European Recruitment Agency
Main responsibilities
 Member of GPT team to introduce consolidated purchasing practice across the UK.
 Deliver added value and tangible advantages to internal customers
 Implementation ofSupplier Performance and Relationship Managementprocedures
 Project Managementofgroup-wide procurementsavings with regular reports to GPT
Main Achievements:
Reduced Supplier Base
Introduced regular HOD review meetings to identify new projects
Secured initial target costsavings againstannual budgets (see below)
Commodity Savings Achieved £
Print 40% £23K
Stationery 30% £45K
Couriers 40% £60K
Travel and Accommodation. 10% £30K
OTHER EMPLOYMENT
Purchasing Manager Oct 00 - Aug 02
Howco Materials Management plc - Global Steel Stockholder
Responsible for team of 4 Buyers buying high end Steel (Tube & Bar) globallyfor supplyto Oil & Gas markets in
UK/USA and emerging markets.Approx spend PA £120 Mill
Purchasing Officer Sep 99 - Sep 00
Scottish Legal Aid Board - Provision of Legal Aid for the Public
Responsible for supplying materials/professional services for Legal Aid board using OJEU
Project Buyer Aug 96 - Jun 99
Rigtech Limited - Manufacturer of Shale Shaker Machines
Sourced wide range engineering components/parts/spares (Elec/Mech) for Shale Shaker machines
Quotation/Proposals Engineer Sep 89 - Aug 93
Otis Pressure Control - Down-hole Completions Manufacturer
Prepared high value Proposals ($000Mills - Europe/N.Africa) for down-hole equipment,packers,completions,
SSSV, Coiled tubing.Safety Baskets and Offshore Personnel Hire.
COMPUTING EXPERIENCE
SAP, Microsoft Office Suite, MS DOS, Internet, e-mail
AutoCAD 12, Sage, Concorde,Stelplan
EDUCATION/TRAINING
RGU University, Aberdeen Aug 95 - Jul 96
HNC Mechanical & Offshore Engineering
Napier University, Edinburgh Sep 93 - Jun 95
HND Business Studies
Aberdeen College Jan 98 - Jun 98
NC Purchasing Practices
Lothian ManagementCentre Aug 99 - Sep 99
ManagementTraining Course
MEMBERSHIPS
C.I.P.S Foundation Stage – Membership 005111787
PERSONAL DETAILS
Health Excellent
Interests Rugby, squash,mountain biking,Volunteer on Steam Railway