Stephen Lake Mbe, MBA
About Stephen Lake Mbe, MBA
Stephen Lake is a seasoned professional in strategic sourcing and supplier management, currently serving as Director at Brambles in London. He has extensive experience in procurement and logistics, having held various leadership roles at UPS and Burberry, and possesses an MBA from the University of Nottingham.
Current Role at Brambles
Stephen Lake serves as the Director of Strategic Sourcing, Category & Supplier Management (Indirect) at Brambles, a position he has held since 2021. Based in London, England, he focuses on procurement transformation and talent development. His role emphasizes delivering commercial and stakeholder benefits through strategic sourcing initiatives.
Previous Experience at UPS
Stephen Lake has a significant history with UPS, where he worked in various capacities from 1996 to 2013. His roles included UK & IE Industrial Engineering Manager, Director of Strategy for the Europe Region, Director of Industrial Engineering for the South Europe District, and Senior Integration Manager. His tenure at UPS spanned over 17 years, during which he developed expertise in logistics and supply chain management.
Experience at Burberry
At Burberry, Stephen Lake held multiple positions from 2013 to 2020, culminating in his role as Director of Procurement - Supply Chain. He played a key role in securing the Authorized Economic Operator status for the company, which was essential for its Brexit mitigation strategy. His experience at Burberry focused on procurement and supply chain management.
Education and Qualifications
Stephen Lake studied at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Nottingham. He also earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Birmingham City University. His educational background supports his extensive career in logistics and procurement.
Military Background
Before entering the corporate sector, Stephen Lake served in the British Army as part of the Royal Engineers and the 3 Commando Brigade Royal Marines from 1989 to 1996. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in leadership and teamwork, which he has carried into his professional career.