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Rebecca Dermody-Simmons
I have worked in the Public Sector procurement for 20 years. Since joining EEM in 2014 I have seen the business grow from 22 members to where we are today with 286 members. My focus now for EEM is to lead the business in our continued growth whilst ensuring that we meet and exceed member expectations and remain true to our core aim of achieving best value and efficiencies through intelligent procurement.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
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Louisa
Joining EEM in 2015 I have seen the membership grow exponentially in the last 7 years and the EEM team evolve to be a strong and well-established team. Within my current role as Head of Operations I will continue to support and expand the EEM team to ensure our service delivery meets and exceeds the high standards that our members require, whilst ensuring our aims and values are at the heart of everything we do.
HEAD OF OPERATIONS
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Amy
I was very pleased to join EEM in November 2015 as Procurement Officer. My role is to undertake mini competitions and establish frameworks that our members can procure from to ensure they achieve best value and greater efficiencies.
HEAD OF PROCUREMENT
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Ros
My role as a Procurement Officer is to undertake mini competitions and establish frameworks that our members can procure from, to ensure they achieve best value and greater efficiencies.
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
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Olivia
I joined EEM in 2023 after working for local government for over 8 years working in various roles including Procurement and Contracts Management. As an Assistant Procurement Officer within EEM I support members in undertaking mini competitions, ensuring value for money is achieved and regulations are adhered to. I also assist in developing new DPS's and Frameworks for our members to use. I'm excited to work alongside such a hardworking and knowledgeable team whilst developing my experience in Procurement.
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
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Rosie
Joining EEM after experience in building merchants and buying within private sector housing has given me a great set of skills and background knowledge in procurement. As an Assistant Procurement Officer, I am available to support members with procurement needs, involving mini competitions, and framework tenders. I am excited to enhance my knowledge in a new sector and learn alongside procurement professionals.
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
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Charlie
Charlie is here to gain hands-on experience, explore the ins and outs of procurement in the public sector, and work towards achieving a Procurement & Supply Level 3 qualification.
PROCUREMENT APPRENTICE
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Shannon
I have worked in a variety of sectors including Healthcare, Transport & Aerospace, from being heavily involved with both customers and business contracts, to planning works within an operations team. Procurement is new to me, but is something I am excited to evolve in. It’s a pleasure to work for EEM, who’s values strive in a positive and supportive environment with a focus on mentorship and professional development. I am delighted to be a part of such a hard working team, and to be able to support our members every step of the way, ensuring that their experience is at the forefront of our efforts.
SENIOR MEMBER SUPPORT OFFICER
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Simone
My role as a Member Support Officer is to issue advice on the best procurement routes and call-off guidance to members, and to provide support throughout the duration of contracts.
MEMBER SUPPORT OFFICER
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Hollie
My role as a Member Support Officer is to issue advice on the best procurement routes and call-off guidance to members, and to provide support throughout the duration of contracts.
MEMBER SUPPORT OFFICER
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Alice
My role as a Member Support Officer is to issue advice on the best procurement routes and call-off guidance to members, and to provide support throughout the duration of contracts.
MEMBER SUPPORT OFFICER
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Rowena
I have worked in a variety of sectors (including Engineering, Social Housing Finance, and Further Education Funding) so you may say my path to EEM has been a bendy one! In all my roles I have Excelled at Excel (and other data applications) for data interpretation, analysis and management. Having joined EEM in February 2016 I have brought this insight to support our members, contractors and the EEM team to identify savings and efficiencies in the materials, services and work we do.
SENIOR DATA ANALYST
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Carl
My goal as Supply Chain Manager is to enhance the service we provide to our membership and to boost the current £25m per annum spend through our material supply chain. Following the successful renewal of our Merchants Framework, I am responsible for the continued development of relationships with our manufacturers, merchants and member organisations.
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
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Mike
My role at EEM as the Pricing and Data Officer is to ensure reviews, accuracy, and support in all areas. The main parts of my role involves the monthly maintaining of contractor and material price files, monitoring changes between files, and producing spend data reports for our members, contractors, and manufacturers. I also build relationships with our contractors buying through our supply chain to ensure continued support and management to deliver best price.
PRICING & DATA OFFICER
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Katy
I joined EEM in 2023 after 20 years working within various roles in the Fire Service and Education sector, so procurement is very new to me, but I am very excited about joining EEM, and I really identify with their ethics and values.
In my role as Senior Finance and Compliance Officer, I will be responsible for managing commission income and internal records to improve accuracy of reporting and financial management of the business.SENIOR FINANCE & COMPLIANCE OFFICER
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Sophie
I became a part of EEM in 2024 following eight years of diverse experience in roles within the accounts departments of fire, security, and electrical companies. I am eager to contribute to the growth and enhancement of my skills within EEM, while also assisting the company in fulfilling its objectives of delivering high quality procurement solutions and nurturing community support through its not-for-profit social ethos.
FINANCE OFFICER
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Sophia
I joined the team in September 2014 and I am now in my third role at EEM as Marketing Executive.
My focus is to keep the EEM network informed of upcoming frameworks, opportunities and events, spread the news of various projects that are completed through EEM and shout about the fantastic community projects that take place via the EEM Community Donation scheme.SENIOR MARKETING EXECUTIVE
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Molly
Joining EEM in 2022 was a massive change for me. The world of procurement is completely new to me, however I am learning and developing my knowledge and skills with the support from the amazing team at EEM. After being supported through a Digital Marketing apprenticeship, I am looking forward to developing my skills within the business to help EEM succeed further.
MARKETING OFFICER
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Lucas
I am completing a Level 3 Marketing Apprenticeship at EEM with DBC Training.
MARKETING APPRENTICE
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Our Board
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Niall Clark
Following an early career in the private sector undertaking engineering work in a number of sectors, including retail, MOD, NHS and manufacturing, I moved to the public sector.
Focusing on procurement and becoming a full member of CIPS has provided me with the opportunity to be a member of the EEM board.
For the last 12 years I have worked for an award-winning housing provider in the east midlands.CHAIR OF THE BOARD
Director of Customer & Strategic Partnerships (Deputy MD) at Rykneld Homes
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Chris Lambert
I've been lucky to gain extensive experience in Local Authority housing, having worked for a number of City and District Councils, including Head of Housing with North West Leicestershire District Council, and a Board Member of Leicestershire Rural Housing Association.
The focus on member benefits rather than profit was a key consideration for me when joining the EEM Board in 2018, and I hope to see the organisation go from strength to strength.VICE CHAIR OF THE BOARD
Experienced senior housing and property professional
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Shaun Bennett
I began my career as a Joiner at a local building firm, later becoming a building surveyor at Derby City Council in my early 20s. Highlights of my work include implementing the decent homes standard and constructing some of Derby's initial new council houses. I played a role in advocating for HRA reforms, contributing to the nationwide development of the next generation of Council homes. I have a passion for the environment and have led on numerous initiatives to help reduce fuel poverty. As an advocate for collaborative working I encouraged organisations to work together, and EEM was formed soon after this.
BOARD MEMBER
Director of Investment and Maintenance at Derby Homes
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Louise Beardsley
Louise Beardsley is a highly experienced HR Generalist with circa 24 years in the HR industry, having worked across Private Sector; Public Sector Local Authority and the Healthcare.
Whilst currently working for Nottingham CityCare Partnership, Louise also under takes HR consultancy for the Local Government Association and EEM.
Louise is passionate about people and dedicated to working to ensure the workforce of organisations are included at the heart of business decisions.BOARD MEMBER
Highly experienced HR Professional
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Mario Preite CMIOSH
Following over 25 years in the public sector undertaking Building Surveying and Construction Project management roles in a number of sectors, including social housing, I moved to the NHS and focused on Health & Safety, becoming a Chartered Practitioner with IOSH. I am currently the head of Health & Safety for the Estates & Facilities Division in a large NHS Trust, as a Health & Safety Quality Manager, I have a passion for risk management, health, safety, and well-being of staff and ensuring that EEM develops and grow with these as some of its key drivers.
BOARD MEMBER
Health & Safety Quality Manager at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
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JOIN OUR BOARD
If you are interested in joining the EEM Board, please email our Chief Executive, Rebecca Dermody-Simmons, on Rebecca@eem.org.uk to discuss.
Could you be our next Board member?
Email Rebecca@eem.org.uk to discuss