Alex Birkin

Alex Birkin has a diverse work experience in procurement and purchasing roles. Alex started as an Office Administrator at Arnold Laver and Co Ltd in 2007, where they improved stock accuracy and office efficiency. In 2013, Alex worked as a Purchasing professional at Knight Warner Ltd, where they negotiated and purchased various components and implemented purchasing quality procedures. Alex then returned to Arnold Laver and Co Ltd as a Project Coordinator Group Joinery, streamlining purchases and improving efficiency. In 2015, Alex joined Kier Group as a Buyer, managing procurement for construction materials and tools. Alex later progressed to Procurement Officer, where they reviewed contracts, negotiated with subcontractors, and raised purchase orders. Alex then became a Procurement Manager, leading procurement activities. Currently, they hold the position of Procurement Lead at Kier Group.

Alex Birkin attended Eckington School from 2002 to 2007. The summary does not provide information about any degrees or field of study obtained during this time. Alex also has additional certifications, including an Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply obtained in 2019, a Diploma in Procurement and Supply, and a Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply, all obtained from CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply. However, specific information about the months of obtaining these certifications is not provided.