Phil Panas

Phil Panas is an experienced professional in IT sourcing and vendor management, currently serving as the Director of Global IT Sourcing and Category Management at Assurant since March 2018. In this role, Phil oversees all aspects of IT procurement, including software, cloud services, hardware, and telecommunications, acting as a trusted advisor to align supplier solutions with business objectives. Previously, Phil held the position of Director of IT Vendor Management at Anthem, Inc., where responsibility included vendor governance and the execution of the Application Development Vendor Management strategy. At McKesson Corporation, Phil served as Director of Enterprise Sourcing, focusing on software vendors and licensing, as well as directing product management efforts. Phil's career began at Hewlett Packard Company, where various roles emphasized program management and supplier relations. Phil holds an MBA from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Computer Science with honors from the University of Manitoba.