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James Austin

Managing Director, Procurement

James Austin is an accomplished procurement professional with extensive experience in managing multi-million dollar spends across various sectors, including IT and outsourcing. Currently serving as the Managing Director of Procurement at Smart DCC since April 2024, James previously held senior procurement roles at Mars, where notable achievements included delivering significant P&L savings and leading complex commercial initiatives. With a career spanning multiple prominent organizations such as Dentsu Aegis Network, London Stock Exchange Group, Barclays, EDF (UK), and Lloyds Banking Group, James has demonstrated expertise in category management, strategic sourcing, and stakeholder collaboration. James holds a BSc in Business Management with Global Economics from the University of Sussex and is a full member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

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