Paul Labelle
About Paul Labelle
Paul Labelle serves as the Director of Sourcing & Procurement Americas at IPG and has held this position since 2013. He also works as the Strategic Sourcing & Risk Director at Jack Morton Worldwide, where he specializes in event management risk mitigation and drives process improvement initiatives.
Work at Interpublic Group
Paul Labelle has served as the Director of Sourcing & Procurement Americas at Interpublic Group (IPG) since 2013. In this role, he has been instrumental in leading procurement excellence initiatives that emphasize value-driven client activities. His efforts focus on enhancing procurement operations across the IPG network, with a particular emphasis on process improvement. Labelle's work aims to optimize the procurement processes to better serve clients and improve overall operational efficiency.
Role at Jack Morton Worldwide
Since 2016, Paul Labelle has held the position of Strategic Sourcing & Risk Director at Jack Morton Worldwide. In this capacity, he specializes in event management risk mitigation, ensuring that events are executed smoothly while minimizing potential risks. His role involves developing and implementing strategies that enhance sourcing processes and manage risks effectively within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Paul Labelle studied at Illinois State University from 1986 to 1989, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and Business Management. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in procurement and sourcing, enabling him to apply strategic thinking to his roles in both IPG and Jack Morton Worldwide.
Background
Paul Labelle has over a decade of experience in procurement and sourcing roles, with a significant tenure at IPG and Jack Morton Worldwide. His professional journey reflects a commitment to driving process improvements and implementing insourcing strategies that aim to retain revenue within the IPG network. His leadership in procurement excellence initiatives demonstrates his focus on delivering value to clients.