Philip Soumakis
About Philip Soumakis
Philip Soumakis is a Procurement Manager currently working at Netomnia since 2021. He has a background in procurement and sales, having held various positions at CityFibre and National Grid, among others.
Current Role at Netomnia
Philip Soumakis serves as the Procurement Manager at Netomnia, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing procurement processes and ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services necessary for the company's operations. His experience in procurement and supply chain management contributes to the strategic sourcing and cost-effective purchasing decisions within the organization.
Previous Experience at CityFibre
Philip Soumakis has extensive experience at CityFibre, where he held multiple roles in procurement. He began as a Procurement Assistant from 2018 to 2020, followed by a position as Junior Procurement Specialist in 2020. In 2021, he advanced to the role of Procurement Specialist, where he worked for six months. His time at CityFibre equipped him with valuable skills in procurement strategies and supplier management.
Early Career at National Grid
Philip Soumakis started his career at National Grid, where he worked as a Student Volunteer in 2016 for one month. He later took on the role of System Capability Officer from 2017 to 2018, serving for 11 months. These positions provided him with foundational experience in the energy sector and insights into operational processes.
Education and Qualifications
Philip Soumakis studied at WMG Academy Coventry, where he achieved a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering from 2015 to 2017. Prior to that, he attended Myton Secondary School, obtaining 10 GCSEs from 2013 to 2015. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and analytical skills relevant to his career in procurement.
Early Work Experience
Before his roles in procurement, Philip Soumakis gained experience in retail as a Sales Assistant at Lidl UK and Tustains in 2016. His work in these positions helped him develop customer service skills and an understanding of sales operations, which are beneficial in his procurement career.