Ben Smithson is a skilled procurement professional with extensive experience in category management and supplier relationship management. Currently serving as a Procurement Technician at Associated British Ports since May 2022, Ben focuses on implementing best practices across various categories to maximize cost savings. Previous roles include Senior Category Manager, Category Manager, and Category Sourcing Lead at British Steel, where management of Hard FM, Soft FM, Agency Labour, and Industrial cleaning categories was key. Ben also gained practical experience as a Technical Assistant at SPIE UK and a Trainee Recruitment Consultant at Meridian Business Support during an industrial placement. Educational qualifications include Level 5 and Level 4 certifications from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, and a BA (Honours) in Business Studies from Northumbria University.
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