Andrew Swift

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ABOUT ANDREW SWIFT

As a globally experienced Chief Procurement Officer, I bring over three decades of leadership across complex, regulated sectors including financial services, consulting, media, telecoms, hospitality, FMCG, and public procurement. Currently, I lead global procurement at the British Council, overseeing a high-performing team of 110+ professionals across 100+ countries, driving strategic sourcing, supplier innovation, and sustainable value creation.A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (FCIPS), I have consistently delivered transformative procurement strategies that align with broader organisational goals, enhance resilience, and unlock commercial advantage. My leadership is grounded in data-driven decision-making, stakeholder collaboration, and a relentless focus on ethical, sustainable, and inclusive supply chains.As a Non-Executive Director, I bring governance expertise, commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of risk, compliance, and ESG imperatives. I am passionate about leveraging procurement as a strategic lever for innovation and growth, particularly through the integration of AI and emerging technologies to drive efficiency, transparency, and agility in global supply ecosystems.Beyond the boardroom, I am an entrepreneur and published author of My Reason for Hope and This Page Left Blank, exploring themes of resilience, purpose, and transformation. I am also a vocal advocate for neurodiversity in leadership, championing inclusive cultures that harness diverse cognitive strengths to fuel innovation and performance.I thrive at the intersection of strategy, technology, and purpose—partnering with organisations to reimagine procurement as a catalyst for sustainable, intelligent growth.