Edward Agg
About Edward Agg
Edward Agg serves as the Associate Director of Procurement Advisory at KPMG Australia, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in procurement and strategic sourcing, having held various roles at GSK and KPMG, and he holds an MBA from the University of Portsmouth.
Current Role at KPMG Australia
Edward Agg serves as the Associate Director of Procurement Advisory at KPMG Australia, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he engages with C-level stakeholders across various industries to assist in achieving their strategic goals. He leads and develops cross-functional teams that include both KPMG and client employees. Additionally, he manages KPMG's budgeting process, which encompasses work-in-progress reporting to clients and managing partners.
Previous Experience at GSK
Edward Agg has extensive experience at GSK, where he held multiple roles from 2014 to 2017. He worked as a Commodity Buyer for European Indirects in London, followed by a position as Business Planning Associate in Brentford. He then served as Global Facilities Outsourcing Procurement Manager in Ermington, Sydney, and later as Global Indirect Procurement Manager in Singapore. His tenure at GSK involved conducting strategic sourcing events that resulted in significant savings for the company.
Education and Qualifications
Edward Agg earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Portsmouth, where he studied from 2011 to 2012. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Comparative American Studies from the University of Liverpool, completing his studies from 2003 to 2007. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge for his roles in procurement and advisory.
Career at KPMG Australia
Before becoming an Associate Director, Edward Agg worked as a Manager at KPMG Australia for 11 months in 2017. His responsibilities included leading teams and managing projects that focused on procurement strategies. His transition to Associate Director allowed him to further develop his expertise in procurement advisory and enhance his engagement with clients.
Leadership and Talent Development
Edward Agg actively participates in talent development at KPMG by interviewing university graduates through the KPMG vacationer program. This initiative aims to attract top talent and effectively represent the KPMG brand. He has also developed a personal brand as a trusted advisor, fostering an environment where clients feel comfortable seeking his input and validating their thoughts.