Sarah Willmott
About Sarah Willmott
Sarah Willmott is the Chief Procurement Officer at Nationwide Building Society, having previously served as Group Head of Procurement at the London Stock Exchange Group for four years. She possesses extensive leadership experience in procurement and supplier management across various financial institutions and has a strong focus on collaborative approaches and sustainable change.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Sarah Willmott currently serves as the Chief Procurement Officer at Nationwide Building Society. She has held this position since 2023, bringing her extensive experience in procurement and supplier management to the organization. In her role, she focuses on enhancing procurement strategies and fostering collaboration within the supplier ecosystem to drive efficiency and innovation.
Previous Experience at London Stock Exchange Group
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Sarah Willmott worked at the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) as the Group Head of Procurement from 2019 to 2023. During her four-year tenure, she was responsible for overseeing procurement activities and implementing strategies that aligned with the organization's objectives.
Background in Financial Services Authority
Sarah Willmott has a background in the Financial Services Authority, where she served as a Business Consulting Partner from 2011 to 2014. This role contributed to her understanding of the financial sector and equipped her with skills relevant to procurement and supplier management.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Willmott studied at the University of Nottingham, where she achieved a degree in History. Her educational background, combined with her extensive professional experience, has equipped her with a unique perspective on procurement and supplier management, enabling her to advocate for collaborative approaches that optimize cost and innovation.
Leadership and Specialization
Sarah Willmott has broad leadership experience in various aspects of procurement, including IPOs, mergers, and company restructures. She specializes in designing target operating models and leading large complex change programs, focusing on achieving sustainable benefits through stakeholder engagement and cultural change.