Doug Sheppard

Doug Sheppard has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Doug currently holds the position of Managing Director at Parvalux Electric Motors since January 2022. Prior to this, they served as the Director of Operations from July 2020 to December 2021. Doug also had previous roles within the same company, including Supply Chain Manager from January 2019 to July 2020 and Purchasing Manager from March 2018 to January 2019.

Before joining Parvalux Electric Motors, Doug worked at AmSafe Bridport USA. Doug held the position of Purchasing Manager from November 2014 to March 2018. In this role, they were responsible for leading the Purchasing, Inventory Control, and Goods Receiving functions. Doug achieved cost savings of 8% through developing a supply chain strategy and negotiating strategic agreements. Doug also played a key role in implementing ERP across multiple manufacturing sites and establishing lean manufacturing principles.

Prior to their time at AmSafe Bridport USA, Doug worked at AmSafe Bridport. Doug held various roles within the company, including Senior Buyer from March 2012 to November 2014, Buyer from September 2008 to March 2012, Commercial Trainee from September 2007 to September 2008, and Cost Analyst from March 2006 to September 2007.

Overall, Doug Sheppard has gained extensive experience in supply chain management, purchasing, operations, and leadership throughout their career.

Doug Sheppard's education history includes the following:

- Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply: Field of study in Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management.

- British Standards Institution: Degree in Implementing ISO 14001, with a field of study in Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering.

- Institute of Learning and Management: NVQ Level 5 degree in Managing and Leading People.

- Sir John Colfox: No degree or field of study specified.

- Institute of Directors (IoD): No degree or field of study specified.

In addition to their education, Doug Sheppard has obtained several certifications, including Sales Foundations from Sandler, Leadership Masterclass with Pat Lencioni from WOBI, and Managerial Accounting: Cost Behaviours, Systems, and Analysis from Coursera.