Tony Bottomley

Tony Bottomley is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in managing procurement and category management across diverse industries. Currently serving as a Senior Procurement Manager at AAK, Tony oversees a Direct and Indirect spend exceeding £55 million and leads a team of five procurement specialists. Prior roles include Category Manager for Speciality Oils at AAK, managing a £15 million spend, and Procurement Manager at JZ Flowers International Limited, where responsibilities included the purchasing and stock control of fresh flowers valued at £80 million annually. Tony holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management and Logistics from the University of Hull and has advanced qualifications from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.