Sarah Orchard

Sarah Orchard is an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in category management and strategic sourcing. Currently serving as Head of Procurement for Waste at Thames Water since November 2022, Sarah has previously held significant roles within the Government Commercial Function, including Category Lead for Professional Services at the Ministry of Defence and Assistant Head of Commercial. Prior experience includes senior positions at Seqirus and CSM Bakery Solutions, where responsibilities encompassed managing pan-European supplier relationships and indirect strategic sourcing programs. Sarah holds an MCIPS degree in Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contracts Management from Neil Fuller Associates.