Barbara van Doorn

Head of Csl, Supply Chain & Packaging Procurement @Fuerst Day Lawson

London, GB

Leading the Global CSL & Supply chain division at Fuerst Day Lawson to ensure seamless integration across customer service, supply chain, logistics, and planning, while managing third-party operations and driving procurement strategies. Additionally, tasked with executing a complex business transformation initiative using Microsoft D365 and Microsoft DynamicsSpearheaded the oversight of procurement and sourcing strategies to align business needs with supplier capabilities and service providers. This included executing both tactical and strategic sourcing, cultivating relationships with new and existing suppliers and third-party manufacturers, and overseeing tender processes (RFQ and production trials). Collaborated cross-functionally with Innovations and Quality Assurance to drive new product launches, reformulations, and vendor approvals. Led vendor management, driving improvements in supply chain efficiency, regulatory compliance, and international trade logistics.Achieved significant improvements in cost-effectiveness, supplier relationships, and overall service excellence, while boosting profitability through efficient material and operational cost structures. This included optimizing procurement costs, improving supply reliability, reducing lead times, and consistently ensuring high service levels. Successfully led a team development program to foster continuous improvement and enhance skill sets within CSL, Packaging Procurement, and Third-Party Operations teams.

Thomas More College, Netherlands

Business Management

Breda University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor’s Degree science, Economics - International T. Management