Manufacturing businesses are working harder than ever, yet opportunities to improve profitability are often hiding in plain sight.

I help Business Owners and Managing Directors of UK manufacturing and engineering SMEs uncover those opportunities, improve operational performance and build stronger, more profitable businesses.

With over 40 years' experience in manufacturing, including more than 25 years in purchasing and supply chain management, I've worked across senior operational leadership, quality management and Managing Director roles.

Through RLB Purchasing Consultancy, I combine that experience with a practical, hands-on approach to improving purchasing costs, supplier performance, production efficiency and overall business performance.

I provide project-based consultancy, business performance reviews and fractional purchasing and operational leadership, giving businesses access to experienced support without the commitment of another full-time senior appointment.

My aim is simple: to help business owners make more money, waste less and build businesses that are more resilient and valuable.