The 10 Most Iconic Leaders in Procurement to Watch, 2023

Larry Phelan: The Definitive Procurement Powerh ouse

The past couple of years have challenged the way how supply chains operate. Networks have been disrupted, with growth and profitability at stake. Today’s supply chain leaders must be agile, willing to embrace change and show an ability to reimagine the existing networks to adapt to the supply challenges of tomorrow.

Larry Phelan, Chief Supply Chain Officer at

EY Global Services Limited, is a leader who has risen to the challenges of the current economic and geopolitical environment by adopting a truly global mindset.

Sebastian Chua: A Resolute Leader of Procurement

che Commencing his career in the procurement niche with HP/Agilent Technologies as the Regional Procurement Manager, Sebastian Chua. He then moved on to join Microsoft, Citibank & Alcatel Lucent as Head of Procurement to transform their procurement organization in the Asia Pacific region.

Since 2014, he reports to the CEO of the Health Promotion Board, Ministry of Health Singapore, as Head of Procurement. From 2020 to 2022, Sebastian led a team of procurement and contract management officers in the nation’s fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. In recognition of his contribution to this national effort, he received a Special Mentioned Covid19 Award from Supply Chain Asia and was conferred a Public Administration Medal by the Singapore Prime Minister’s Office.

Thiago Braga: Combining the Aspects of Coheren cy with Excellence

Standing apart as one of the prominent personalities in the procurement niche is Thiago Braga, an accomplished global Supply Chain & Procurement leader with over 20 years of experience modernizing organizations, creating innovative solutions, unlocking value and improving customer service.

Working as the Senior Program Officer at Alberta Health Services, Mr Braga’s commitment to results, value creation, and customer satisfaction is embarking upon the horizons of success. As a change enabler and enterprise leader, Mr Braga is driven by transformation and the promotion of a healthy work environment.

Helen Mackenzie: An Odyssey of Excellence

Individuals with strong self-awareness understand how their actions impact those around them and proactively take responsibility for said actions.

Procurement professionals are able to shift out of tactical mode to start thinking—and strategically. Strategic thinking involves stepping back to consider the bigger picture rather than focusing solely on the immediate problems at hand. Standing out with the attributes is Helen Mackenzie, Head of Community Outreach at Art of Procurement.

In an interview with Insights Success, Helen shares valuable facts highlighting her professional tenure and the journey in the niche.

Kathy Golding: Exhibiting Sheer Excellence

Effective leaders invest in their team members. They are committed to growing and mentoring their staff. They realize that the goal isn’t having people impressed with your work; the goal is building new leaders who can accomplish more than you can. All these traits spotlight Kathy Golding, Procurement & Supplier Ecosystem

Services Leader at EY Global Services Ltd. In an interview with Insights Success, Kathy shares valuable facts highlighting her professional tenure and journey in the niche.

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