Simon Barber
About Simon Barber
Simon Barber serves as the Senior Director of Global Procurement - Indirects at Brambles, where he has worked since 2018. With extensive experience in procurement and a background in leadership roles at Chep, he has contributed to significant advancements in procurement strategies and processes.
Work at Brambles
Simon Barber has been employed at Brambles since 2015, initially serving as Director of Global Procurement - Indirects for nine years. In 2018, he advanced to the role of Senior Director, Global Procurement - Indirects, where he has continued to contribute for six years. His responsibilities include overseeing procurement strategies and optimizing indirect spend within the organization.
Experience at Chep
Simon Barber has a significant tenure at Chep, where he has held various roles since 2004. He started as Field Service Manager and later transitioned to Manager of the Field Support Management Team - Planning and Strategy. He also served as Sourcing Manager for the UK and Ireland. Since 2013, he has been the Senior Manager of Indirect Procurement - Europe, based in Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom.
Education and Expertise
Simon Barber attended Aylesbury Grammar School from 1982 to 1988. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in procurement. He has developed expertise in procurement strategies, category management, and supplier relationship management, which he applies in his current and past roles.
Achievements in Procurement
Simon Barber has made notable contributions to procurement practices. He developed a comprehensive training program for procurement teams, focusing on category expertise and best practices. He led cross-functional teams using Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and implemented a strategic procurement framework that improved supplier relationships.
Industry Engagement
Simon Barber actively participates in industry forums, sharing insights on procurement strategies and innovations. He has played a key role in the digital transformation of procurement processes, leading initiatives that resulted in significant efficiency improvements within the procurement function.