Steve Butler McIps

Steve Butler MCIPS has extensive experience in procurement and supplier management, currently serving as Procurement Category Manager at Virgin Active since October 2017. Previously at Ladbrokes Coral Group, Steve focused on conducting a comprehensive spend analysis following the merger of the company, strategic sourcing, and renegotiating contracts to achieve cost synergies. Prior roles at Ladbrokes included Supplier Relationship Management Lead, where Steve designed and implemented a global SRM program, and Retail Head of Buying, responsible for a team overseeing retail procurement across various sectors. This diverse background reflects strong capabilities in strategic procurement, supplier relationship management, and process development.