The new and exciting company restructure has brought about new job roles.
Ratna Choudhary joins us as 'BUYER'
''Ratna has joined our team with a wealth of overseas buying experience, with the uncertainty of Brexit looming over us, she is ideal to help us battle this changing market. She has joined our team mid restructure, but is settling in well and picking things up quickly'' (John Till, Production Coordinator)1. Can you give us a bit of a background of your previous role/any qualifications/uni etc.
My previous role was strategic sourcing manager in Stainless steel industry. I worked in centralised sourcing team responsible for buying raw material for the plant from global supplier.
My first job after engineering in Metallurgy was in sourcing in Sterlite group of industry.
2. Can you give us a bit of background on your life e.g. where you live/married/kids/hobbies- what you do in spare time etc- any interesting facts.
I live in Stafford with my spouse and 5-year-old son. I moved to UK few years back. I love listening to music and singing during my spare time.
3. What is the proudest moment of your working career so far?
I was part of the team who contributed to increase Supplier base through new vendor engagement to cater raw material for new factory.
Implemented complete procure to pay cycle in record time of 12 months for new unit.
4. What are you most excited about working for Allett?
Allett is surely one of the few companies in Staffordshire who has such a long history of over 50 years. The company offers innovative and challenging environment which encourages organisational and personal growth.
I feel very grateful to be a part of it.
5. What does your new job role involve on a day to day basis?
My job as a junior buyer will be to procure the best quality component needed to produce best quality machines. My focus will be to get on time delivery to support manufacturing plan.
I appreciate the team, who has in-depth knowledge and supportive to newcomers like me. We all are working together to deliver brand value for the company.
Fun questions
1. Favourite film
My favourite Netflix series is Merlin and Crown.
2. Favourite holiday destination
Connecticut, US
3. Favourite food if you had to choose 1 meal!
Chicken Curry
4. Fav Sports team?
None
5. What famous people would you have around your dinner table and why?
I would like to go for dinner with Jennifer Aniston. I like her personality and the way she carries herself.
6. Any hidden talents/ claim to fames!
Singing