Daniel Keyworth Mcips
About Daniel Keyworth Mcips
Daniel Keyworth is the Chief Procurement Officer at Legal & General, where he leads procurement transformation and organizational change initiatives. With extensive experience in procurement across various sectors, he has held multiple roles at CSC and Legal & General, focusing on IT procurement models and strategic business requirements.
Current Role at Legal & General
Daniel Keyworth serves as the Chief Procurement Officer for Group Procurement & Supplier Management at Legal & General. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's procurement transformation and organizational change initiatives. His role involves providing innovation and thought leadership to align procurement strategies with strategic business requirements. He focuses on enhancing procurement toolsets and fostering business partnerships with key stakeholders within the organization.
Previous Experience at Legal & General
Prior to his current role, Daniel Keyworth worked at Legal & General in various capacities. He was the Head of Group Procurement from 2014 to 2016, where he managed procurement strategies in Kingswood, Surrey, and the City of London. He later became the Head of Group Procurement & Supplier Management from 2016 to 2018. His tenure at Legal & General has been marked by a strong focus on improving procurement processes and stakeholder engagement.
Career History at CSC
Daniel Keyworth has an extensive background at CSC, where he held multiple roles over several years. He served as the Head of Procurement Operations in Global Supply Chain Management from 2011 to 2012. Before that, he was involved in strategic initiatives as the Supply Chain Manager from 2008 to 2011. His experience also includes roles as Senior Buyer for Networks and Fixed/Mobile Telecommunications from 2000 to 2004, and as Procurement Manager for Hardware, Services, and Mobile Communications from 2004 to 2008. He was also the Head of Sourcing and Contracts from 2012 to 2014.
Educational Background
Daniel Keyworth studied at Brunel University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Management & Technology from 1992 to 1995. He has also participated in the CSC Computer Sciences Emerging Leaders Program, focusing on Leadership, Strategy, and Business Management since 2010. Additionally, he is pursuing the MCIPS designation from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, further enhancing his expertise in procurement.
Expertise in IT Procurement
Daniel Keyworth has developed a strong interest and expertise in IT procurement models, particularly in negotiations related to 'Cloud / As a Service / Utility storage'. His experience extends to financial services platform sourcing, where he applies his knowledge to improve procurement strategies and outcomes. His focus on these areas reflects his commitment to advancing procurement practices within the organizations he has served.