Product category:
Facility Management and Building Services
News Release from: Ian Williams
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 24 July 2006
Social building maintenance and
refurbishment
As part of the drive to achieve Ian Williams' expansion plans, Andrew Blackmoor has been appointed in the new role of Strategic Buyer.
As part of the drive to achieve Ian Williams' expansion plans, Andrew Blackmoor has been appointed in the new role of Strategic Buyer Ian Williams is one of the UK's leading property service companies for the built environment, specialising in building maintenance and refurbishment to the social housing, education, and commercial sectors
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 17 Feb 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Andrew's facilities services and procurement experience, gained while working for Emcor, among others, means he is well suited to his role in both strengthening and extending businesses supply chain partnerships.
Amongst his new objectives Andrew will also be driving forward the company's initiatives and processes towards its commitment to the Accelerating Change report.
Andrew is clear about his new objectives: "This is a very exciting time to join Ian Williams.
Part of my new role involves implementing a centrally led sourcing policy.
Nationwide pricing policies will be applied to ensure our customers benefit from the economies of scale, with buying being done through our local branches at agreed best value costs.
We continue to work closely with our clients to select the right supply partners.
Our philosophy is one of continuous improvement.
I will be integrating the services suppliers deliver to us and apply them to our customers down the supply chain.
Reduction in waste and controlling service levels day to day are the ingredients in a successful partnership." Andrew came to Ian Williams through word of mouth.
"I knew of the company's reputation before I joined but I've been even more impressed since working here.
Ian Williams has a real focus on long-term partnering, and with its commitment to flexibility, it caters for each customer's needs.".
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