{"id":908,"date":"2025-05-13T11:25:40","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T10:25:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuildchain.co.uk\/news\/?p=908"},"modified":"2025-06-09T10:45:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T09:45:32","slug":"announcing-mark-robinson-as-non-executive-chair-of-the-build-chain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuildchain.co.uk\/news\/announcing-mark-robinson-as-non-executive-chair-of-the-build-chain\/","title":{"rendered":"Announcing Mark Robinson as Non-Executive Chair of The Build Chain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Strengthening Leadership to Build a Smarter Future for Construction Procurement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Build Chain is proud to announce the appointment of Mark Robinson as our new Non-Executive Chair<\/strong>\u2014a move that marks a significant milestone in our mission to digitally connect contractors with local suppliers across the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With decades of experience in procurement, construction, and public sector leadership, Mark brings a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the challenges\u2014and opportunities\u2014facing today\u2019s construction supply chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neil, CEO of The Build Chain said this<\/strong> “Thrilled to have you on board, <\/a>Mark Robinson<\/a> Your leadership, experience, and shared values are a perfect fit for where we’re heading with The Build Chain<\/a> Exciting times ahead as we work together to drive smarter procurement and real impact across the industry.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark\u2019s appointment signals not only growth for The Build Chain but a deeper commitment to tackling the real challenges that the construction sector faces\u2014fragmented supply chains, lack of supplier visibility, and inefficiencies that hurt both time and budget. With his industry insight, we\u2019re ready to scale our impact and bring greater value to contractors, suppliers, and the communities they serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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See the Features Driving Smarter Procurement<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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A Leader in Procurement and Public Sector Innovation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mark Robinson is widely respected across the UK construction and procurement landscape. As the Chief Executive of Scape Group<\/strong>, he leads one of the country\u2019s most influential public sector procurement frameworks\u2014delivering billions in social and economic value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Throughout his career, Mark has consistently focused on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Improving SME access to public and private sector projects<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Driving transparency, compliance, and efficiency in procurement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Strengthening regional supply chains and local economies<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Empowering both buyers and suppliers with tools to succeed<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His approach aligns perfectly with The Build Chain\u2019s mission: using smart digital tools to remove procurement barriers and help construction businesses work faster, smarter, and more sustainably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why This Appointment Matters to the Industry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mark\u2019s appointment isn\u2019t just a leadership addition\u2014it\u2019s a strategic step forward. His knowledge and guidance will support The Build Chain as we scale and continue to innovate across the construction supply chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Mark\u2019s support, we\u2019ll accelerate our ability to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Connect more national contractors with local suppliers
\u2705 Improve supplier visibility and performance insights
\u2705 Strengthen ESG tracking and sustainable sourcing
\u2705 Support the industry\u2019s shift toward full digital transformation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark understands the importance of future-ready procurement systems. With economic pressures, net-zero targets, and modern construction methods all reshaping the industry, the right tools\u2014and leadership\u2014are more critical than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Empowering the Supply Chain with Better Tools<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At its core, The Build Chain is about solving everyday procurement problems with technology that works for subcontractors and housebuilders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re a site team that needs quotes fast or a buyer managing a tight schedule and tighter margins, our platform is designed to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Match you with nearby, vetted suppliers
\u2705 Deliver competitive quotes in hours, not days
\u2705 Centralise communication, order tracking, and pricing history
\u2705 Reduce delays and carbon impact through local sourcing
\u2705 Give you full visibility into every part of your materials procurement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark’s appointment will help us take that offering even further\u2014bringing more value, influence, and innovation to the way the industry buys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Final Thoughts: A Smarter Future, Built Together<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mark Robinson\u2019s appointment is a turning point for The Build Chain. It signals our readiness to lead the construction sector into its next era: one defined by transparency, data, and digital collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re thrilled to have Mark\u2019s experience and leadership on board as we continue empowering contractors, suppliers, and the wider construction ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to The Build Chain, Mark.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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