Mark Leather

Mark Leather is an experienced supply chain and procurement leader currently serving as the Group Supply Chain and Procurement Director at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since October 2021. Previously, Mark held various roles including Operations Director at Thermo Fisher Scientific, overseeing manufacturing facilities across multiple countries, and Operations Director at Life Technologies, focused on DNA testing reagents. Other notable positions include Head of Group Manufacturing and Logistics Improvement at SSL International and leadership roles at HSS Hire Ltd and HB Fuller, where Mark was recognized as a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt. Mark's educational background includes an MBA from The University of Bolton and a BSc in Technology and Management from the University of Bradford, along with various certifications in project management and supply chain practices.