Sarah Leslie
About Sarah Leslie
Sarah Leslie is an Associate with expertise in acquisition diligence, outsourcing, and IT strategy. She has held various CIO positions and has extensive experience in procurement, team development, and operational management.
Work at Mason Advisory
Sarah Leslie has been serving as an Associate at Mason Advisory Limited since 2020. In this role, she leverages her extensive expertise in acquisition diligence, integration, and IT strategy. Her responsibilities include advising clients on procurement and supplier contracts, as well as leading program initiatives. Sarah's focus is on optimizing operational efficiencies and enhancing supplier partnerships.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Leslie studied Mathematics with Statistics at the University of Bristol, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1985 to 1988. Her academic background supports her professional expertise in areas such as acquisition integration, outsourcing, procurement, and IT strategy. She has developed a strong skill set in team development and CIO advisory, which she applies in her current and previous roles.
Background
Sarah Leslie has a diverse professional background, beginning her career at United Biscuits as a Graduate Trainee, Business Analyst, and Project Manager from 1988 to 1998. She later held various roles at United Biscuits, including Programme Controller and Consultant. Sarah transitioned to CIO positions at IGLO FOODS GROUP LIMITED and Nomad Foods, where she served from 2011 to 2019. Additionally, she was involved with CIO Connect for a decade, including roles as Chair and Advisory Board member.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Sarah Leslie has demonstrated a proven ability to establish and motivate teams, both in-house and third-party, to achieve results in a lean environment. She has extensive experience in acquisition integration and optimizing outsourcing contracts, contributing to effective supplier partnerships. Her ability to balance strategy development with operational management has been a hallmark of her professional journey.