Robert Batley McIps

Robert Batley MCIPS is an accomplished procurement professional with extensive experience in contract and category management across various industries. Currently serving as Contract and Category Manager for Digital and Professional Services at The Crown Estate since July 2022, Robert oversees procurement processes, develops category management plans, and ensures effective supplier performance. Prior to this, Robert held significant roles at Landsec, focusing on facilities management strategies and IT procurement, as well as at BAE Systems Applied Intelligence, where responsibilities included the development of procurement plans and supplier negotiations. Additional experience includes procurement coordination at Daewoo Electronics and supply chain analysis at Kuwait Petroleum North-West Europe. Robert holds a BA (Hons) in Business Studies from the University of Surrey and an HND in Business & Finance from the University of Hertfordshire.