Centrick is pleased to welcome Richard Jones MCIPS as its new Procurement Manager.
Richard brings deep expertise in strategic procurement, supplier management, and cost optimisation, developed across a broad career that spans housing, automotive, and aerospace sectors. His data-driven strategic approach has consistently delivered cost savings, enhanced compliance, and built strong, value-led supplier partnerships.
With a proven track record of delivering value for money, enhancing compliance, and embedding sustainability into procurement practices, Richard has consistently driven impactful outcomes. His data-led, strategic approach has resulted in significant cost savings and the development of high-performing supplier partnerships.
In this new role, Richard will lead Centrick’s procurement strategy in line with the company’s growth plans. His key priorities will include delivering continued value for clients and customers, streamlining the supplier base, strengthening risk and compliance frameworks, and embedding ESG principles into sourcing decisions. He will also spearhead initiatives to enhance contractor accreditation, onboarding, and contract management processes to ensure consistently high-quality service delivery.
Richard commented:
I’m excited to join Centrick at such a pivotal point in its growth journey. My focus is on building a procurement function that adds strategic value, supports sustainability, and strengthens our supplier partnerships. Ultimately, it’s about delivering better outcomes for our clients, residents, and teams, while ensuring strong financial discipline.
Matt Brace, Group Compliance Director, added:
Richard’s appointment marks a key step in advancing our procurement function. His experience and strategic mindset will be invaluable in upholding the high standards our customers expect and delivering long-term value across the business.
Richard’s arrival reinforces Centrick’s commitment to responsible, innovative procurement in support of its ambitious goals and ESG commitments.
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