Celia Jordaan
Principal Commercial Consultant
Celia Jordaan has been an integral part of the dynamic evolution in business and procurement and how we negotiate, contract and purchase goods and services.
In the ever-changing economy and global markets, the dynamics of supply and demand have undergone a significant transformation, especially as a result of the world pandemic, how it impacted on business and supply chains and the flow on effect thereafter. Business needs to adapt and become even more agile than expected previously.
Traditional approaches to how we run a business and procurement no longer suffice. Adapting to the changing landscape is crucial for success and profitability.
With over three decades of vast business experience, backed by real-life, hands-on expertise, Celia’s perspective on commerce, business and procurement is truly unique.
Celia appreciates that successful procurement is based on
- understanding and managing supply and supplier risk,
- asking questions and
- looking at alternative ways to do procurement.
She understands that
“business should question the traditional ways and find solutions that are fit for purpose and will add tangible value to business. Procurement should play its part in the bigger business team to ensure that both internal and external customer demands are met and exceeded.”
Her clients know her for her pragmatic, down to earth style; for asking lots of questions in order to find and develop solutions that are right for her clients.
At Ichiban Commercial Solutions, we offer practical commercial and procurement solutions, expert business advisory services and comprehensive tendering support. Our innovative approach and deep industry knowledge empower your business to stay ahead in this ever-evolving landscape.
Let us guide you through the challenges of running a business, procurement and achieve sustainable success.
A Bit More about Celia Jordaan
For Celia, it is important to:
- Find and resolve problems in the best fit-for-purpose way;
- Develop the capabilities and capacities of business and procurement leaders and teams;
- Understand the real issues and objectives and what needs to be achieved;
- Determine the optimal path to reach those outcomes;
- Collaborate with the correct stakeholders – both internal and external to the business;
- Develop a strategic direction, actively participating in business planning and execution;
- Ask the right questions to comprehend the true problem;
- Implement the appropriate solution or process that is appropriate for the specific client, thus avoiding cookie cutter solutions.
In order to:
- Finding appropriate, practical and pragmatic commercial solutions;
- Supporting implementation;
- Simplify procurement procedures, removing complexity;
- Deliver mutually beneficial outcomes that create a win-win solutions;
- Make a positive impact on the bottom line;
- Deliver value for money;
- Effectively manage risk exposures;
- Increase productivity
- Empower procurement teams to thrive;
- Support women in procurement.
Celia focuses on achieving desired outcomes, outputs and results, taking into consideration financial, cost, service, specification, risk, and operational requirements.
This approach ensures the best value for money and total cost of ownership.
With extensive experience in commerce, business, procurement, supply chain, contract management, law, and risk across various countries, locations, and cultures, she has a strong background in risk management, Indigenous procurement, contractor management and safety practices.
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