Sue Mcbride
About Sue Mcbride
Sue McBride serves as the Security Lead at Nationwide Building Society in Swindon, United Kingdom, a position she has held since 2018. With a diverse background in strategic sourcing across various industries, she has accumulated extensive experience in roles such as Procurement Manager, Sourcing Manager, and Category Manager.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Sue Mcbride has served as the Security Lead at Nationwide Building Society since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing security measures and protocols within the organization. Her tenure at Nationwide spans six years, during which she has contributed to enhancing the security framework in Swindon, United Kingdom.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Sue Mcbride held various positions in procurement and sourcing. She worked as a Procurement Manager at Runfold Medical Limited for 11 months in 2009. From 2000 to 2009, she was a Sourcing Manager at Motorola, where she spent nine years. Additionally, she served as a Commodity Manager at Matra Marconi Space Ltd from 1994 to 2000. Her experience also includes a role as a Buyer at CooperVision from 2012 to 2014.
Current Role at BAE Systems
Since 2014, Sue Mcbride has been employed as a Category Manager at BAE Systems, located at Portsmouth Naval Base. In this position, she has accumulated ten years of experience in managing categories and supplier relationships, contributing to the company's strategic sourcing efforts.
Education and Background
Sue Mcbride studied at Patchway High School from 1976 to 1978. She possesses a diverse background in strategic sourcing across multiple industries, including telecommunications, electronics, aerospace, and building. This varied experience has equipped her with a broad skill set applicable to her roles in procurement and security.
Professional Approach and Teamwork
Sue Mcbride is recognized for her dynamic and enthusiastic approach to her professional roles. She enjoys collaborating with teams and thrives on challenges and variety in her career. Her ability to adapt to different environments and work effectively with others has been a key aspect of her professional journey.