Brett Allen
About Brett Allen
Brett Allen serves as the Global Procurement Lead at Glencore, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Accenture, Peabody Energy, and Ford Motor Company.
Current Role at Glencore
Brett Allen serves as the Global Procurement Lead at Glencore, a position he has held since 2018. His role involves overseeing procurement strategies on a global scale, focusing on cost reduction and the optimization of supply chain management. Allen's expertise in transformational supply chain management is a key aspect of his contributions to the organization.
Previous Experience at Accenture Australia
Before joining Glencore, Brett Allen worked at Accenture Australia from 2015 to 2018. Based in Brisbane, he contributed to various projects across Australia during his three-year tenure. His experience at Accenture helped him develop skills in consulting and strategic procurement.
Educational Background
Brett Allen holds a Master's degree in International Business from the University of Melbourne, which he completed from 1999 to 2001. He also studied at Federation University Australia, where he earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from 1988 to 1992 and a Post Graduate qualification in Occupational Hazard Management from 1992 to 1994. Additionally, he achieved the MCIPS designation from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply between 2011 and 2012.
Professional Qualifications
Brett Allen is a full member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), reflecting his professional recognition in the procurement field. He also holds a Master Black Belt qualification from the Six Sigma Academy, which indicates his advanced expertise in process improvement methodologies.
Career History and Roles
Brett Allen has held various significant roles throughout his career. He was the Director of Supply Chain Management at Peabody Energy from 2010 to 2012 and served as Contracts Manager at BHP Billiton from 2008 to 2010. His experience also includes positions at GVK as General Manager of Procurement and Contracts from 2012 to 2014, and at Ford Motor Company, where he worked as Purchasing Manager for the Asia Pacific region from 1999 to 2008.