Ash Piotrowski
About Ash Piotrowski
Ash Piotrowski is a Senior Buyer at Nationwide Building Society, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in civil engineering and human resources, with extensive experience in procurement and risk management.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Ash Piotrowski has held multiple roles at Nationwide Building Society, contributing to various departments since 2012. Initially, he worked as a Resourcer for nine months before transitioning to the role of Divisional Resourcing Consultant for Group Distribution from 2013 to 2016. Following this, he served as the SM&CR and Material Risk Taker Regulation Manager from 2016 to 2020. Currently, he is employed as a Senior Buyer, a position he has held since 2020. His work primarily takes place in Swindon, England.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Ash Piotrowski worked as a Recruitment Consultant at Hays from 2011 to 2012. He also gained experience as a Surveyor at URS/Scott Wilson from 2008 to 2010. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in recruitment and surveying, which he later built upon in his career in human resources and procurement.
Education and Expertise
Ash Piotrowski studied Civil Engineering at Swindon College from 2007 to 2009, earning a qualification in the field. He furthered his education at CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, where he studied Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contracts Management, achieving a Foundation degree from 2020 to 2023. His educational background supports his expertise in business relationship management and risk management.
Skills and Specializations
Ash Piotrowski possesses strong skills in business relationship management and risk management, which complement his extensive background in human resources. He has transitioned to focus on procurement, managing diverse categories including Marketing, Customer Communications, Collections & Recoveries, Treasury, BPO, and Credit Risk. His ability to navigate these areas reflects his comprehensive understanding of procurement processes.
Career Transition and Development
Ash Piotrowski's career has evolved from a focus on resourcing and regulation to procurement in recent years. This transition highlights his adaptability and commitment to professional growth within the financial services sector. His diverse experiences across various roles have equipped him with a broad skill set applicable to his current position as Senior Buyer.