Simon Bardsley

Simon Bardsley is the Founder and Director of Drive Procurement Limited, a company specializing in hospitality procurement services.12 With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Simon is a seasoned expert in strategic sourcing and supply chain management.1

Professional Background

Simon's career in hospitality has been extensive and successful. He has:

• Been part of the management team for leading hotel groups
• Managed costs exceeding £30 million
• Specialized in identifying key savings opportunities
• Leveraged supply chain relationships to deliver significant value to clients1

Drive Procurement

As the founder of Drive Procurement, Simon leads a company that:

• Offers outsourced procurement services primarily to independent and small groups in the UK hospitality sector
• Focuses on making savings and improving profitability without compromising quality
• Manages relationships with over 150 suppliers
• Has saved clients over £1 million in the past five years through consolidation projects and contract renegotiations1

Expertise

Simon's areas of expertise include:

• Strategic sourcing
• Supply chain management
• Negotiation and product sourcing
• Commercial appraisals
• Consultancy services for the hospitality industry1

Simon's approach to procurement is characterized by a focus on sincere and respectful dialogue, using up-to-date market intelligence, and finding innovative ways to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.1