Samantha Royston

Samantha Royston is a seasoned procurement professional with a decade of experience in both direct and indirect purchasing, particularly in the automotive sector, and is currently serving as Senior Manager of Commercial Procurement for Marketing at Burberry since March 2023. Previously, Samantha held positions such as Category Manager for Marketing Services at AXA UK and Director at SLR Procurement Consultancy Ltd, showcasing expertise in global media contract sourcing, strategy development, and process optimization. Additional roles include interim positions at Philips and Inmarsat, where responsibilities encompassed project management and procurement improvement projects, as well as significant experience at Jaguar Land Rover across various purchasing roles targeting marketing, estate management, and powertrain components. Educational qualifications include a BA in Economics and Politics from The University of Sheffield.