Mark Zafra
About Mark Zafra
Mark Zafra is the Chief of Procurement at LiveRamp and has over twenty years of experience in sourcing and supply chain management. He has held leadership roles at various companies, including Twitter, McKesson, and Allianz, and is active in the nonprofit sector.
Current Role at LiveRamp
Mark Zafra serves as the Chief of Procurement (Head of Source to Pay) at LiveRamp, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he manages global strategic sourcing, purchasing, travel, and accounts payable. He oversees sourcing responsibility for all supplier spend, ensuring efficient procurement processes and cost-effective solutions for the organization.
Professional Experience
Mark Zafra has over twenty years of experience in sourcing and supply chain management. He has held various leadership positions, including Director of Supply Chain at Verigy, Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing at OCLARO, and Head of Global Strategic Sourcing at Twitter. His tenure at McKesson involved leading strategic sourcing for technology, contributing to the company's procurement strategies. He has also worked at Allianz as Senior Director of Sourcing & Vendor Management.
Education and Expertise
Mark Zafra holds a Bachelor of Arts from Trinity College-Hartford and a Master of International Management from Thunderbird School of Global Management, where he focused on International Marketing and Finance. He also earned an MBA in Supply Chain Management from the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. His educational background complements his extensive experience in supply chain and procurement.
Board Memberships and Community Involvement
Mark Zafra has actively participated in the nonprofit sector, serving on the Boards of the Leukemia Society of Greater San Francisco, GiveADayGlobal, and EachOne/ReachOne. He was also a member of the Board of Directors for the Edgewood Center for Children and Families for six years. His volunteer work includes involvement with AIDS Lifecycle and the American Cancer Society, highlighting his commitment to community service.
Global Experience and Leadership
Mark Zafra has lived and worked across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, bringing a global perspective to his roles in supply chain management. He has led diverse teams in various organizations, including HP and Agilent Technologies, focusing on innovation and business transformation. His leadership in enterprise-wide sourcing transformation at Twitter exemplifies his capability in managing complex procurement processes.