Nicola Shannon McIps

Nicola Shannon MCIPS (Chartered) is an accomplished procurement professional with extensive experience in the government sector, currently serving as Head of Procurement - Associate Commercial Specialist at Crown Commercial Service since October 2016. With previous roles including Commercial Lead and Commercial Manager within the Government Commercial Function, Nicola has demonstrated strong leadership in procurement and commercial management. Prior to joining the government sector, Nicola held various positions at Arvato UK and Lloydspharmacy, showcasing a diverse skill set in project analysis, sales management, and bid management. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Modern Languages & Linguistics and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Linguistic Studies from the University of Oxford, along with advanced diplomas in CIPS, culminating in Chartered status.