Ben Hards

Ben Hards is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as an Electronics Buyer at Apollo Fire Detectors since September 2023. Prior to this role, Ben held the position of Operational Buyer at Meggitt from January 2021 to September 2023, where responsibilities included managing machining and raw materials, overseeing procurement for new product introduction projects, and maintaining relationships with global suppliers. Ben's earlier experience includes positions as an Apprentice Buyer at TK MAXX and a Sales Associate at Serco, along with a brief stint as a Security Guard at Pfizer. Ben is currently pursuing professional education with the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, having completed earlier studies with the same organization and earning A-Levels and GCSEs from HSDC Havant & South Downs and The Petersfield School, respectively.