Darryl is an accomplished business development professional with a wealth of experience spanning multiple industry sectors. He relocated from New Zealand to the United Kingdom in 2003 and has since been instrumental in driving the growth of businesses and assisting owners in developing long-term strategies to increase sales, profits, and overall satisfaction in running their businesses.

Darryl has established a robust and reliable network of professionals with whom he collaborates regularly, contributing to the success of global networks such as BNI and Corporate Connection. Trust is the cornerstone of Darryl’s professional relationships, and he values ethical standards and high personal and professional values among his peers.

With a proactive and creative mindset, Darryl excels at finding solutions to complex problems, making him an invaluable asset to his clients. He prides himself on establishing enduring partnerships that extend beyond the boardroom, fostering success in both business and personal life.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Darryl enjoys spending time with his wife Laura, playing golf, and exploring new cultures.

With an innovative, astute commercial mindset, keen leadership skills and a naturally positive approach to business, Mark Sneddon is helping Global Supply Solutions reimagine international procurement.

No stranger to complex projects, Mark has almost two decades’ experience guiding teams and delivering on strategic objectives, including running the high-performing sales and operations teams as Commercial Franchisee Operator for one of the leading commercial companies in New Zealand’s South Island.

With his passion for sales, business development and revenue growth, Mark brings a uniquely strategic eye for identifying and enhancing business opportunities in the commercial market to GSS.

Combining entrepreneurial expertise with executive leadership, Mark is building a dedicated team and network of partnerships to deliver GSS’s full global supply and procurement solution to New Zealand.

Nathan is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in the building and construction industry. He has worked within one of New Zealand’s largest commercial supply chains and has built an extensive network of people and resources in his hometown of Canterbury. Nathan is highly skilled in working with people and fostering relationships across various sectors and channels throughout New Zealand.

With his vast experience in key account management, business development, sales management, and operations, Nathan is committed to growing long-term relationships with key decision-makers and business owners. He is well-positioned to help your business identify the solutions you need and achieve your goals.

If you’re looking for a reliable and experienced professional to support your business growth, Nathan is the perfect candidate. He can leverage his expertise and connections to provide valuable insights and develop effective strategies that can help you achieve success. Don’t hesitate to contact Nathan today to discuss your business needs and explore how he can help you reach your objectives.

With over 25 years on the frontlines of New Zealand’s building industry, extensive experience across B2B and B2C building supply channels, and first class commercial acumen, Chris Clark is GSS’s building merchant consultant.

With his significant professional experience in management and sales with some of New Zealand’s biggest building suppliers, Chris understands the challenges – and the opportunities – that the building industry currently faces. Enterprising, ambitious, and with a highly collaborative approach, Chris works closely with GSS clients to truly understand their pain points and challenges, provide market insights, and identify innovative procurement solutions.

The result? More peace of mind, better margins, and competitive local market advantage for GSS clients.

A born and bred Cantabrian, when he’s not helping clients unlock better procurement processes, the father of two can be found in the gym or running around Burwood’s Bottle Lake Forest Park recreational park.

“At GSS we’re on a mission to develop more consistent product supply for the Kiwi building industry, to bring real innovation to the market, and to provide truly game changing products to New Zealand’s building industry”.

Kai is an accomplished procurement expert with a unique skill set. Hailing from China and educated in New South Wales, Australia, Kai’s procurement journey was bolstered by strong family ties to Chinese suppliers.

Armed with a bachelor’s degree in construction management and property, Kai possesses a profound understanding of building materials and structures. As Procurement Manager, he guarantees the sourcing of top-quality materials while maintaining rigorous standards.

Kai excels in harmonising Chinese and Western business practices, bridging cultural divides, fostering supplier relationships, managing internal logistics, and preserving product quality. He’s also adept at identifying new manufacturing and supply opportunities for GSS.

Kai is at the forefront of forging relationships with suppliers, tirelessly sourcing supplies and establishing strategic communication channels. His remarkable ability to quickly grasp diverse products underscores his dedication. In a rapidly evolving industry, he remains vigilant in staying current with certifications, testing, and product nuances, reinforcing GSS’s commitment to quality assurance.

In Kai, GSS has discovered not just a Procurement Manager but a diplomat, cultural ambassador, and guardian of quality, all rolled into one. His expertise, cultural fluency, and unwavering dedication make him an invaluable asset in the world of procurement.

Jack Lin was born in China, into a successful business family well established in the local manufacturing and property development industries. Based in Guangdong, the Lin family have a long history – and deep family connections – across manufacturing and trade in the region, originally importing timbers from Indonesia to be made into boards and furniture, before moving into hardware and air conditioning componentry, and then into property development.  

With over a decade of experience in procurement, and a bevy of close personal relationships with international manufacturers and distributors, Jack leverages his unique personal and professional skills to help GSS deliver a more robust global supply and procurement solution for New Zealand.  

With an outstanding track record in development projects, property acquisition and management, and international entrepreneurship, Fred Rahme has accrued an enviable diversity of business knowledge, commercial expertise, and international connection.  

Years of work across Asia and the Middle East has seen Fred establish significant trade connections with international government trade commissioners and develop a deep understanding of international trade.  

Currently living in Christchurch, Fred has played a lead development role in managing property acquisition, overseeing design, engineering, and sales in several large property development projects in the area.