Head of Procurement and Contract Management at the Royal British Legion Wayne Bell on effective collaboration in procurement for the greater good
THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION
Head of Procurement and Contract Management at the Royal British Legion Wayne Bell on effective collaboration in procurement for the greater good
There are some charitable institutions in the UK that feel as if they are part of the fabric of society . The Royal British Legion is one such institution .
From providing expert advice and guidance to recovery , through to transitioning to civilian life , the Royal British Legion provides a lifeline for serving personnel , veterans and their families , supporting them in the face of hardships , injuries and bereavements . The RBL is the champion of Remembrance and is , of course , well known for the annual Poppy Appeal and its emblem , the red poppy .
And behind the scenes , procurement plays an essential part in the RBL ’ s work , helping ensure the organisation manages supply chain risk while maximising value for money from donated funds .
Last year saw the RBL mark its 100th anniversary with events that cast light on its proud past , highlighting its preparedness for a second century of service in a centenary celebration that focused on the future , along with the challenges and contributions yet to come .
The RBL was born out of the First World War , when four organisations came together to fight injustices and financial hardship faced by those returning home after service .
Founded as a campaigning organisation , the Legion fought for the fair treatment of those who had given so much for their country – and for whom it provided much-needed welfare and comradeship . At the same time , it committed to a pledge of Remembrance for the selfless service of the Armed Forces ’ community .
216 January 2023