Michelle Marie McIps

Michelle Marie MCIPS has extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management. Michelle currently serves as the Global Head of Procurement and Sustainable Sourcing at Croda, a position they have held since September 2020.

Prior to this, Michelle worked at Foodbuy UK & Ireland, where they held the role of Chief Procurement Officer from December 2017 to September 2020. During their time at Foodbuy, they led the strategic vision and development of category development, sourcing, supply chain, project management, and support line departments. Michelle was also responsible for implementing best-in-class procurement practices focused on transparency, collaboration, and sustainable growth, resulting in global recognition for the organization.

Before joining Foodbuy UK & Ireland, Michelle held various leadership roles at Foodbuy, starting from 2004. As Vice President of Distribution, they led a team responsible for the strategic development and execution of supply chain projects. Michelle also served as the Sr. Director of Distribution & Compliance and Sr. Director of Category Development, where they directed sourcing, category development, and supply chain strategies.

Michelle's work experience also includes roles at Compass Group, where they served as Purchasing Executive, Senior Manager of Non-Food Purchasing at Compass Group/Foodbuy, and DOT Compliance Manager. In these positions, they created and directed corporate programs, established national compliance programs, and negotiated contracts for various categories.

Overall, Michelle Marie MCIPS has a strong background in procurement, supply chain management, and sustainability. Michelle has a proven track record of implementing best practices, driving collaboration, and achieving financial goals in the organizations they have worked for.

Michelle Marie MCIPS has a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Marketing and Administrative Management from the University of Wisconsin. Michelle also holds a Masters of Business Administration Degree from Queens University of Charlotte. Additionally, they have obtained a Six Sigma Green Belt Certification from Central Piedmont Community College. In 2020, Michelle earned the MCIPS designation from CIPS - The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.