AF’s Head of Livestock inputs and General, Kristian Dunham, and Business Development Manager, Paul Molloy, have obtained a new certification: Membership from Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS). This milestone marks a significant step in development of their procurement expertise.
An internationally recognised certification for procurement professionals. MCIPS equips individuals with skills and knowledge to manage procurement processes effectively, ensuring best practices in sourcing, supply chain management, and cost efficiency.
It’s recognised globally as the “gold standard” within procurement and there are now 3 MCIPS qualified colleagues in your AF team.
At AF, Paul has moved into a business development role. Members reap the benefits of what he has learned, bridging the gap between AF’s procurement expertise and our Members’ needs.
I won’t talk farming with you - that’s what our farming experts do. But thanks to MCIPS I can talk procurement professionally, identifying cost savings and time efficiencies that we can create for your business.
Kristian works in the heart of our procurement team. Studying for this qualification has built on his existing knowledge and skills so his team are at the top of their game. Why? To maintain the best supplier relationships, negotiate the best prices for our Members and deliver outstanding service.
MCIPS gives AF real procurement clout within the supply chains we operate in. Buying is easy - we all do it daily. Procurement is complex and built around long-term relationships. Businesses that fail to recognise the difference can’t get the best from their suppliers. That’s what me and my colleagues at AF are here to do for our Members and MCIPS means we have the right tools to do it.
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