We have a dedicated team of experienced professionals who are committed to managing and guiding you through every aspect of your procurement needs, they are seasoned procurement experts who are fully equipped with delivering professional management, bring industry knowledge, and deliver social value support to benefit local communities.
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Gemma Ellis
OM of Commissioning and Procurement
Penny Haywood
Senior Category Manager
Simon Robison
Strategy & Development Manager
Simon Robison leads the Strategy and Development team, driving policy and strategic initiatives while ensuring the effective delivery of carbon reduction measures and community well-being benefits across all procurement activities whilst also overseeing Ardal’s systems and data management functions to support operational excellence.
Luke Howells
Category Manager, Highways, Waste & Parks, SEWH Framework Manager
Samantha Harry
Category Manager, Social & Community Services
Lucy Williams
Category Manager, Buildings & Estates, SEWSCAP Framework Manager
Trystan Paynter
Category Manager, Professional Services & ICT
Trystan Paynter is responsible for managing the Professional Services and ICT category across the four authorities. In this role, Trystan leads efforts to maximise collaboration, deliver value for money, and ensure compliance with procurement regulation. By fostering strong partnerships, Trystan aims to achieve efficient, effective outcomes that benefit all stakeholders.
Alexandra Tombs
Acting Category Manager, Corporate & Transport
Alexandra Tombs is responsible for the management of the corporate and fleet team. In her capacity as Category Manager Alex will ensure effective coordination and collaboration across the team to deliver efficiencies and positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
Jemma Downes
Category Manager, Framework Management
Jemma Downes is responsible for leading and coordinating framework activities and ensuring effective management across the collaborative frameworks. In this role, Jemma will maximise opportunities and deliver efficiencies and positive outcomes for customers and clients.
