Consulting
Elevating Procurement from Transactional to Strategic
Procurement is more than purchase-to-pay and contract management—it's a lever for growth. I partner with leaders to elevate procurement from transactional to strategic, helping teams drive measurable results across the entire lifecycle: from cradle-to-grave sourcing through supplier relationship management.
No two procurement organizations are the same—yet too often, they are treated as if they are. Many focus narrowly on purchase-to-pay and contracting, leaving behind the true strategic potential of procurement.
I change that.
With decades of leadership experience at Barclays, Thomson Reuters, British Telecom, and American Express, I've built a career on elevating procurement beyond transactions into a strategic engine for growth, resilience, and innovation. Today, I bring that same expertise to consulting clients across industries, including health tech, insurance, and financial services.
My hallmark is finesse in negotiations and a proven ability to elevate functions —transforming even the most complex stakeholder or supplier challenges into opportunities for alignment and success. I blend analytical rigor with a people-first approach, ensuring transformation is both measurable and sustainable.
What I Deliver
Through tailored consultancy, your organization will achieve:
Procurement Strategies that Deliver – Streamlined supply chains, reduced costs, and procurement teams positioned as value creators.
Leadership Development in Action – Practical coaching that equips leaders to make confident, informed decisions.
Operational Excellence – Processes and people aligned to accelerate growth and impact.
Sustainable Transformation – Solutions built on collaboration, designed to last.
The Results
Reduced costs, stronger supplier partnerships, and a procurement function that operates at the center of business strategy—not in the rabbit holes of operations. Organizations unlock procurement's full potential and move into their strategic potential.
Case Studies
Transforming Vendor Engagement & Product Alignment in Financial Services
Challenge
A financial services firm’s tool modernization initiative faced critical barriers: fragmented strategic sourcing, inefficient vendor engagement, and missed partnership opportunities. At the same time, the product team was disengaged, struggling with misalignment, reduced motivation, and disconnection from broader strategic objectives. These systemic challenges jeopardized the initiative’s ability to deliver transformation and long-term value.
Action
A comprehensive transformation strategy was implemented in partnership with the Transformation Office and Joint Strategy Office. Key steps included:
Developing a sourcing playbook with structured RFP processes and clear vendor engagement protocols.
Establishing robust governance frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability.
Realigning product owners with business objectives through enhanced communication channels and a unified strategic vision.
Fostering cross-departmental collaboration to break down silos and create an integrated execution model.
Result
The modernization initiative delivered transformative outcomes:
A structured RFP process generated higher-quality, strategically aligned vendor proposals with precise evaluation criteria.
Product owners became actively engaged in vendor selection, improving buy-in and accountability.
Enhanced communication frameworks enabled more strategic negotiations, directly aligning vendors with business goals.
Vendor relationships shifted from transactional to strategic partnerships, sparking greater collaboration and innovation potential.
Contract Visibility & Indirect Spend Optimization in Healthtech
Challenge
A healthtech company specializing in revenue cycle management faced fragmented procurement processes across several indirect spend categories. Expiring contracts were tracked inconsistently, exposing the organization to renewal risks and unfavorable terms. The corporate travel program was underdeveloped, with limited preferred supplier agreements, unclear policies, and no dedicated leadership. Office supplies spend was unmanaged, leading to inefficiencies and missed savings opportunities.
Action
A comprehensive procurement improvement initiative was delivered, including:
Establishing contract visibility tools and processes to proactively monitor expirations and manage renewals.
Designing a structured managed travel program, including:
Negotiating preferred hotel and air agreements.
Developing policy recommendations to guide cost-effective and compliant travel.
Supporting the recruitment and onboarding of a dedicated travel manager for program oversight.
Conducting an office supplies review to rationalize suppliers, improve pricing, and enhance service levels.
Result
Achieved greater visibility into contract expirations, reducing risk of unfavorable renewals.
Implemented a formalized travel program, generating cost savings, policy compliance, and an improved traveler experience.
Successfully transitioned ownership of the travel program to an internal travel manager, ensuring long-term sustainability.
Reduced indirect spend in office supplies, unlocking additional savings and efficiencies.
Ready to transform your procurement function?
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