Chris Clements
About Chris Clements
Chris Clements is a Partner and Global Functional Lead in Procurement at KPMG Australia, specializing in transformational change through organizational redesign and technology enablement. With over 25 years of experience in supply chain and procurement, he has held various leadership roles in notable firms across multiple countries.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Chris Clements serves as Partner and Global Functional Lead for Procurement at KPMG Australia. He has held this position since 2020, focusing on transformational change through organizational redesign. His expertise lies in leveraging technology to achieve sustainable improvements in procurement processes and outcomes.
Previous Experience at KPMG Australia
Prior to his current role, Chris Clements was the Director and National Head of Procurement Advisory at KPMG Australia from 2007 to 2012. During this five-year tenure in Sydney, he contributed to the development and implementation of procurement strategies that enhanced operational efficiency.
Professional Background
Chris Clements has over 25 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, and supplier risk management. His career includes roles at A.T. Kearney as a Director from 2013 to 2014, and at Capgemini Ernst & Young in Canada as a Senior Management Consultant from 1998 to 2001. He also worked at Portland Group and Bubble Group in Australia and the United Kingdom, respectively.
Educational Background
Chris Clements holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the University of West London, where he studied from 2001 to 2003. He also earned a degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Johannesburg, completing his studies from 1993 to 1997.