At APA Procurement Training, we’re always proud to see our learners making a positive impact beyond the workplace. We’re delighted that so many of the organisations we work with actively support charity and volunteering initiatives. Not only are our students super smart, but they’re also super kind too.
Today, we’re shining a spotlight on James Ormondroyd, Procurement Specialist at Morrisons, who shared his experience with us.
APA: James, can you tell us about Morrisons’ charity and volunteering work?
James: Morrisons does quite a bit of charity and volunteering work. In November 2024, we selected Marie Curie as our charity partner, and we’ll be consistently raising funds across the business for three years. Recently, the Procurement team supported the Marie Curie Hospice in Bradford with gardening and making thank you cards for supporters.
APA: What made you want to volunteer?
James: I wanted to give something back to the community and use some of my skills outside of work.
APA: What do you enjoy most about volunteering?
James: I enjoy seeing the direct impact of the work we do and meeting new people along the way.
APA: What skills have you developed through volunteering?
James: Volunteering has strengthened my teamworking skills and improved my ability to problem-solve on the fly.
APA: Why would you recommend volunteering to others?
James: It’s incredibly rewarding and a great way to develop personally.
A huge thank you to James for sharing his story. It’s inspiring to see procurement professionals making a difference both in and out of the workplace.