Elizabeth Thomlinson
Director @Visa
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WORK HISTORY
Director @Visa
Key Responsibilities:• Business: Monitor market trends, assess stakeholder needs, and contribute to strategic planning and execution. Identify value creation opportunities and support innovation initiatives aligned with organizational goals. Foster cross-functional collaboration and drive operational resilience.• Technical: Implement consistent demand planning and forecasting; analyze sourcing projects, prepare management reports, advocate for best practices, and support AI adoption and continuous improvement.• Leadership: Set direction, resolve issues efficiently, engage teams in decisions, foster a high-performance, inclusive culture, and champion change initiatives.Role Scope:• Product and Benefits category, including insurance, broker services and card embedded procurement.• Collaborate with business stakeholders to enable revenue generation and harmonize practices across regions.Category Management & Performance:• Translate strategic sourcing plans into actionable projects at the category/sub-category level; manage supplier relationships, preferred supplier lists, and responsible sourcing objectives.• Lead sourcing planning, performance reporting, and supplier management, ensuring robust risk controls and audit readiness.• Apply process optimization tools (e.g, Lean Six Sigma) to drive efficiency, integrate sustainability, and maintain high ethical standards.Capability Development & Communication:• Integrate digital tools and emerging technologies, lead change initiatives, and ensure effective internal and external representation of Europe Sourcing.• Promote continuous improvement, talent development, succession planning, and a learning-focused environment.Specialties: In depth knowledge of category strategic sourcing methodologies; Ability to engage and gain buy-in from key internal and external stakeholders; Introducing innovative cost saving initiatives.
EDUCATION
Udemy Alumni
Six Sigma Yellow Belt
SKILLS
ABOUT ELIZABETH THOMLINSON
As a Director of Product Sourcing, I am currently responsible for supporting the Product and Benefits Category. My role encompasses the oversight of key areas such as insurance, brokerage, and card embedded benefits. In addition to my present responsibilities, I have previously managed categories including Corporate Services, HR Services, and Corporate Events at Visa.While my primary focus is on the European market, I also extend support to global teams when required, ensuring consistency and best practices across various regions.I deliver advanced procurement expertise and possess a proven ability to drive strategic initiatives. My approach is centered on fostering collaborative, resilient, and high-performing relationships that contribute to the overall success of the organisation.
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