Michael Chapman

Michael Chapman has extensive experience in procurement and purchasing, currently serving as the Procurement Team Leader at Softcat plc since June 2013. In this role, Michael leads procurement team meetings and provides updates on business objectives, ensuring the procurement function aligns with overall company goals. Previously held positions at Softcat include Senior Buyer, where responsibilities expanded to include risk analysis to mitigate fraudulent orders, and Hardware Buyer, managing purchase orders for hardware products, specifically for Cisco and Cisco Meraki. Michael began the career as a Hardware Purchasing Assistant, handling various operational tasks. Prior to Softcat, Michael worked as a Sales Associate at Aventus Global Trading LLC. Michael's education includes GCSE and A-Level qualifications in Maths, Graphics, and Media from Cox Green.