Andrew Donnelly (MCIPS)

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DISC Type : Dcs

Senior Global Procurement Manager at Energizer Holdings

Greater Newport Area, United Kingdom

Overview

Andrew is a Senior Global Procurement Manager at Energizer Holdings, specializing in strategic sourcing and supplier performance management. A qualified MCIPS professional with a BSc from the University of Lancashire, he excels in data-led negotiation and developing global procurement strategies that drive cost optimization and value creation across complex supply chains.

Outside of his direct professional duties, Andrew believes his superpower is creativity, which helps him see the bigger picture and think beyond conventional solutions. He is a proponent of continuous learning, having completed Dale Carnegie Leadership Training and recently earned a certification in Practical GitHub Copilot.

Unique fact: He once established an entire brake fluid supply chain in EMEA after regulations halted US imports, sourcing from the company whose founder invented brake fluid.

Personality Overview

Fast But Analytical

Thorough Evaluator

Hard To Convince

They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there  They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service

Topics They Care About

Value-Driven Sourcing
He advocates moving beyond simple cost-cutting to focus on creating value and sustainable growth, building resilient and cost-efficient organizations.
Future of Procurement
He actively discusses how the procurement function is evolving, emphasizing the new skills professionals need to stay ahead in a rapidly changing landscape.
Supplier Collaboration
He focuses on improving supplier accountability, service levels, and performance by building trust and implementing clear, data-driven KPIs.

Media Appearances

Andrew has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2023
Senior Global Procurement Manager at Energizer Holdings
11-2017 - 7-2023
Procurement Manager EMEA at Energizer Holdings
8-2016 - 11-2017
Operations Controller at Spectrum Brands, Inc
10-2007 - 8-2016
Senior Sourcing Manager at Spectrum Brands, Inc
7-2002 - 10-2007
Supply Chain Team Manager / New Product Implementation Manager at Salton Group

Education

1987 - 1989
BSc from University of Lancashire
1980 - 1981
Computer Science from Blackburn College (UK)

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Insights For Selling To Andrew

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like ‘the ROI of this’, ‘X% more’ etc.
  • Showcase your competitive superiority clearly when possible or address it at the minimum
  • Keep a professional, business-like approach; especially if you tend to get informal quickly

DONT's

  • Don’t focus on relationship, focus purely on the merit of your product
  • Avoid inviting them for any social interactions until you have built some rapport with them
  • Avoid too much small talk, just a few formal pleasantries should be fine

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andrew is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andrew

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andrew move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Andrew take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Andrew

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