Sam de Frates is an accomplished procurement leader with extensive experience across various industries, currently serving as Vice President of Procurement for Europe, CIS, and Turkey at Mars since February 2019. Previous roles include Global VP of Commercial Performance, Capabilities & Services and Senior Director of Commercial Digitalisation at Mars, and Senior Procurement Director at GSK, where significant contributions included leading the technology transformation of Global Procurement and achieving substantial savings through strategic negotiations. Prior to GSK, Sam held key positions at Home Retail Group PLC, Barclays, A.T. Kearney, and Rolls-Royce, demonstrating expertise in sourcing, supplier management, and operational improvements. Educational qualifications include a First Class Honours in International Business from Aston University and a distinction in Supply Chain Management from the University of Staffordshire, complemented by training at London Business School.
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