Carmel Leahy Chartered McIps

Carmel Leahy Chartered MCIPS is an experienced procurement and contract management professional currently serving as the Supplier Engagement & Contract Manager at Southern Water since June 2023. Prior roles include Contract & Supplier Management Manager for the Capital Programme at Southern Water, Procurement Category Manager and Commercial Business Partner at RSPCA, and Senior Indirect Buyer at Elekta. Carmel has extensive experience in supplier relationship management and procurement across various sectors, including animal welfare and healthcare, with a proven track record in managing significant indirect spend and ensuring optimal service delivery for frontline operations. Additional experience includes roles in procurement and financial oversight at Damovo, DST Innovis, Gillette, and Duracell Batteries, establishing a solid foundation in finance and supply chain management.