Stephen R Blackburn

Stephen R Blackburn has extensive work experience in procurement and leadership roles. Stephen R held the position of CPO & Vice President Group Procurement at Synthomer plc from 2018 to 2019 and again from 2019 to present. Prior to that, they served as the Procurement Director Asia at Synthomer plc from 2018 to 2019. Before joining Synthomer plc, Blackburn worked as the Principal Director at Broomfield Ltd, where they focused on business strategy, development, and procurement. Stephen R also worked at AkzoNobel, where they held various roles such as VP Procurement Business Area Performance Coatings, Procurement Director, and Global Spend Area Director. Blackburn started their career at ICI plc, where they held progressive roles in functions such as technical, sales, marketing, business, and change management. Overall, Blackburn has a strong background in procurement and leadership positions within the chemical and coatings industries.

Stephen R Blackburn received their Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Chemistry from the University of Nottingham between 1980 and 1986.