About
THE BESPOKE ALTERNATIVE
Our values
At the heart of our approach lies a deep commitment to putting our clients and their unique needs at the forefront of everything we do. We collaborate closely with you to tailor our services to seamlessly integrate with your team and specific work methods.
Our core team work exceptionally well together and place a big emphasis on value, communication and transparency. We are driven to ensure that your project will achieve a successful outcome, and will push the limits to consistently exceed expectations.
The Bespoke approach
Seamless integration
By working with your organisation every step of the way, & nurturing an exceptional client relationship, our teams will build strong bonds operating as an extension of your own team.
Deep pool of experience
While we operate as a compact core team, we have the invaluable support of an extensive network of trusted professional partners specialising in FMCG sector. This ensures that we can confidently manage projects of any scope, from enhancing production lines to constructing entirely new facilities.
Quality of work
The BespokePM team pride themselves on their strong work-ethic. By leading the way with a transparent and open approach, our quality of work is plain to see. We continuously review and adjust to ensure that projects achieve the best outcomes.
Comprehensive offering
Our comprehensive range of project management services covers every stage, from concept development through to product validation and smooth project handover.
A tailored solution
Concept evaluation
At BespokePM we take a full life-cycle approach to projects. This means we work with you from concept to completion and beyond. Making sure that you achieve the best outcome for the current and future projects. Upfront integrity is at the heart of our philosophy.
Careful design
Our specialists are on hand at every stage to provide unique insights. We firmly believe in thorough planning and front-end loading to achieve the best possible start. By understanding your precise brief and immersing ourselves in your vision we can save you time and money
Efficient implementation
Following meticulous planning and design, BespokePM will move your project forward, developing sustainable & cost-effective solutions to meet your needs. Through a continuous planning review cycle, we remain agile, feeding back into the project, maximising quality, time & money.
Smooth transition
By working with your organisation every step of the way, and nurturing an exceptional client relationship, our teams will build strong bonds. On-going support will ensure that your team is given all the skills and confidence required for a seamlessly smooth transition
Optimisation
We won’t just walk away once your project has gone live. All engines need fine tuning and the same goes for projects. After hand-over, we will be there to make sure your business is operating both sustainably and profitably, so you can make the most of your resources.
Meet the team
About our core team
Jon Ibbotson
Project Director
Jon’s ability to motivate and empower teams drives success in the organisations he serves.
John Pinder
Finance Director
John is honest, hardworking and reliable. He will make sure that your project stays on track.
Dave Stevenson
Project Director
Dave is profoundly motivated, leading by example. Providing inventive solutions for projects.
Stephanie Clarke
PMO Director
Stephanie ensures seamless execution of projects and drives organisational growth.
Jon Ibbotson
Project Director
Jon is a highly accomplished professional specialising in manufacturing operations, logistics, engineering, and change management, boasting a rich and varied career with distinguished Blue-chip organisations, including Britvic Soft Drinks, Mondelez International, Kraft Foods, Cadbury, Mars Inc., and Saint-Gobain. His extensive experience spans technical expertise, strategic insight, and effective leadership. This enables him to make substantial contributions in program management, capital engineering projects, manufacturing operations enhancement, and supply chain strategy development. With a demonstrated record of fostering positive change and consistently achieving results in dynamic environments, Jon is a valuable team member.
As an experienced leader and coach, Jon has also played a pivotal role in team development and recruitment, nurturing a culture of growth and excellence. His commitment to delivering excellence and innovation, coupled with an ability to motivate and empower teams, continues to drive success in the organisations he serves.
John Pinder
Finance Director
John is a commercially astute supply chain finance specialist. He has 25 years of experience in FMCG, building expertise in site operations, logistics, corporate control and reporting, category management and finally project control.
Comfortable working as part of site management teams, supporting the delivery of lean/optimization programs where multiple low-level saving projects mean an eye for detail is essential. Also, he is equally as comfortable working with large investments, providing cost control and contract management.
Covering new product launches, factory build, line installation, packaging changes, and supply chain rationalisation developing a strong customer focus with the ability to manage a broad range of stakeholders’ requirements to stretching deadlines. Furthermore, he is able to turn data into meaningful insight at operations and senior level enabling operational efficiencies and strong financial controls. John is happy to work with direct and indirect management responsibilities, developing ways of working and process improvements enabling the delivery of short- and long-term objectives to a high standard.
Dave Stevenson
Project Director
Dave is an exceptional Engineering and Project Leader, specialising in the food manufacturing sector with a remarkable expertise in bakery operations, intricate chilled foods processing, and various other domains. He has consistently been a pivotal figure in numerous projects, establishing crucial partnerships with prominent high street food retailers such as M & S, Tesco, Waitrose, Aldi, and more, operating at an advanced and technical capacity.
With a proven track record, Dave has delivered multi-million-pound, high-profile, and mission-critical projects, strategically handling them at both a tactical and strategic level. His ability to propel engineering cultures to new heights has earned him a reputation for consistent delivery. His core proficiencies encompass project design, comprehensive building layout, scoping, and adept management. He excels in engineering leadership, steering transformative changes that elevate engineering structures, cultures, systems, and overall business performance.
Dave is profoundly motivated and leads by example, achieving significant success in mentoring and nurturing emerging talents. He thrives on innovation, consistently identifying inventive solutions that serve as the driving force behind any team’s success.
Stephanie Clarke
PMO Director
Stephanie is an accomplished PMO Lead, who brings a wide-range of experience in overseeing project management operations and delivering successful outcomes. With a track record of driving efficiency and effectiveness, she excels in optimising project portfolios, improving processes, and fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams. Meticulous in her approach, she is adept at analysing data and mitigating risks. Stephanie also inspires and motivates teams to deliver quality results within the defined scope, timeline, and budget. With a strong commitment to continuous improvement, she is dedicated to ensuring the seamless execution of projects and driving organisational growth.