James Watson McIps

James Watson MCIPS, CSAM is an experienced procurement and vendor management professional, currently serving as the Director of Vendor Management & Procurement Services at Culture Amp since January 2022. Previously, James held various roles at Transurban, including Vendor Manager and Senior Vendor and Licensing Specialist, where responsibilities included guiding software licensing and developing a license management framework. James also worked at BHP Billiton as a Supply Specialist, managing global contracts, and at BP as a Contracts Specialist, contributing to major projects such as Quad 204 and the Clair Ridge installation. James holds a Master's degree in Economics and Accounting from The University of Edinburgh and has completed additional studies at the University of Melbourne. The early career began as a Kitchen Hand at Vianni's Cafe, showcasing a diverse professional background.