Jim Connell is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management. Currently serving as the Chief Procurement Officer and Head of Global Supplier Services at JPMorgan Chase & Co. since February 2014, Jim Connell has held multiple leadership positions within the organization, including Managing Director roles overseeing Third Party Operations and Corporate Third Party Oversight. Prior to JPMorgan Chase, Jim Connell served as SVP and Chief Procurement Officer at Citizens Bank, leading a procurement team responsible for significant third-party spending. Jim Connell began their career in sales and contract management, with roles at companies such as Comverse, PC Connection, CompUSA Corporate, and Circuit City. Jim Connell holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Fine Arts from Merrimack College.