Barry Edwards

Barry Edwards MBA is an experienced procurement professional currently serving as the Head of Procurement - Indirects at Hotel Chocolat since 2025. Prior to this role, Barry held the position of Head of Procurement at edyn, contributing to the company's extensive network of serviced apartments and aparthotels. Barry's career includes significant roles such as Senior Procurement Manager at Costa Coffee, Procurement Manager at Whitbread, and Senior Buyer at Sainsbury's, showcasing a strong background in strategic sourcing and supplier management across various sectors. Barry began the professional journey at ELEXON as a Commercial Manager, overseeing procurement and contract management. Barry holds an MBA from The Open University and a BSc in Economics from Royal Holloway, University of London.