Kathryn Wilson
About Kathryn Wilson
Kathryn Wilson serves as the Procurement Operations Manager for Europe at Brambles, where she has worked since 2015. She plays a crucial role in aligning European procurement policies with global standards and ensures compliance with purchase order policies.
Work at Brambles
Kathryn Wilson has been serving as the Procurement Operations Manager for Europe at Brambles since 2015. In this role, she focuses on aligning European procurement policies with global standardization initiatives. She collaborates closely with the Accounts Payable function to ensure compliance with purchase order policies. Prior to her current position, she worked as the Purchasing Processes Team Leader for EU Indirect Procurement from 2013 to 2015. In this capacity, she managed the centralized purchase order creation process for the European Procurement team.
Education and Expertise
Kathryn Wilson studied at The University of Manchester, where she earned a BA Hons in Geography from 1994 to 1997. Earlier, she attended Leigh Sixth Form College from 1992 to 1994, achieving A Levels in History, Geography, and English Literature. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in procurement and operations management.
Background
Before joining Brambles, Kathryn Wilson worked at CHEP as an Audit Analyst from 2005 to 2010. This five-year tenure allowed her to develop skills in auditing and compliance, which are critical in her current role. Her career in procurement began with her experience in various positions that contributed to her understanding of procurement processes and operations.
Achievements
In her role at Brambles, Kathryn implemented a system optimization initiative that increased catalogue usage within the European Procurement operations. She also manages the monthly validation process for supplier Chain of Custody certification, ensuring that procurement practices align with compliance requirements. Her contributions have been significant in enhancing operational efficiency within the procurement team.