Catherine Cooper

Head of Group Procurement @GBG Plc

Chester, GB

First hire to start up a new central global procurement function within GBG. Responsible for shaping the function including new procurement policy and processes, building the procurement team, and digitally transforming supply management activities across the Group (source to contract and SRM). Strategic sourcing and negotiations to onboard and/or maintain the most suitable, capable, compliant, innovative suppliers and to achieve savings and value for the Group. Trusted advisor to other GBG functions (incl. supplier relationships owners), leading or guiding as necessary to acheive the best strategic outcomes for the Group.

The University of Salford

BSc, Business Studies with Quantitative Business Management