Deborah Walker MCIPS

Deborah Walker MCIPS is an accomplished Head of Procurement and Procurement Excellence Leader with over 25 years of experience in diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals, financial services, and building technology across the UK, US, and Australia. Currently serving as Senior Manager for Procurement Effectiveness at Mars, Deborah oversees performance management and strategic planning for the European Commercial team. Throughout their career, Deborah has excelled in contract negotiation and process optimization, successfully managing large-scale sourcing initiatives and mentoring sourcing teams globally. A graduate of the University of West London and London Metropolitan University, Deborah combines professional excellence with personal pursuits, balancing career responsibilities with motherhood, travel, and self-improvement endeavors like learning to swim.