Christian George
About Christian George
Christian George serves as the VP and Global Head of Procurement at Condé Nast, where he leads a team of over 25 professionals and supports 27 global brands. He has extensive experience in procurement across various sectors, having held senior roles at companies such as Virgin Atlantic, Liberty Global, and BBC.
Current Role at Condé Nast
Christian George serves as the Vice President and Global Head of Procurement at Condé Nast since 2022. In this role, he leads a team of over 25 procurement professionals across 12 countries. His responsibilities include supporting 27 global brands, such as Vogue, GQ, Wired, and The New Yorker, in their procurement functions. He is also a member of Condé Nast's F&O Leadership Team, where he focuses on transforming the procurement function to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Previous Experience at Virgin Atlantic
Christian George worked at Virgin Atlantic in various capacities from 2016 to 2020. He initially served as Head of Category - Technology & Outsourcing for three years, followed by a year as Vice President of Procurement. During his tenure, he contributed to significant procurement initiatives that supported the airline's operational needs.
Background in Procurement
Christian George has extensive experience in procurement, having held several senior roles prior to his position at Condé Nast. He worked as a Senior Procurement Manager at Liberty Global, focusing on digital projects and technology, and also managed indirect spend. His earlier career includes positions at the BBC as Category Marketing Manager and at GlaxoSmithKline as Sourcing Manager for Marketing.
Education and Professional Development
Christian George holds a BA (Hons) in Social Policy and Administration from Leeds Metropolitan University, where he studied from 1991 to 1994. He also earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Sociology and Social Policy from the University of Southampton. Additionally, he is a member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (MCIPS), reflecting his commitment to professional development in procurement.
Achievements in Procurement
At Condé Nast, Christian George has contributed to exceeding savings targets on a spend of over $900 million. His expertise spans both indirect and technology procurement, as well as commercial and consumer marketing categories. His leadership in procurement has been instrumental in driving cost efficiencies and enhancing supplier relationships.