Ben, Mac Donald Fcma
About Ben, Mac Donald Fcma
Ben Mac Donald is the Finance Director of Operations, Technology & Sustainability at Smiths Detection, where he focuses on sustainability leadership and driving net zero and biodiversity initiatives. With extensive experience in finance and operations across multiple roles at Smiths Detection and Smiths Medical, he has a strong background in managing complex global initiatives.
Work at Smiths Detection
Ben Mac Donald has been serving as the Finance Director for Operations, Technology & Sustainability at Smiths Detection since 2022. His role emphasizes sustainability leadership, focusing on achieving net zero and enhancing biodiversity within the organization. Prior to his current position, he held various finance director roles at Smiths Detection, including Finance Director for Global Operations, Service, P&T and Systems from 2020 to 2022, and Finance Director for Global Operations, Service & Systems from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Smiths Detection has been marked by a commitment to operational excellence and sustainability.
Education and Expertise
Ben Mac Donald has an extensive educational background in finance and sustainability. He studied at the University of California, Los Angeles, completing an Executive Leadership Education program in 2017. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Sustainability Leadership at the University of Cambridge, which he began in 2022. Additionally, he has achieved professional qualifications such as ACMA and FCMA from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and MCIPS from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply. His education supports his expertise in financial management, sustainability, and procurement.
Background
Ben Mac Donald has a diverse professional background spanning multiple industries and roles. He began his career in procurement and purchasing, working at Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd. and Johnson Controls. He transitioned to Smiths Medical, where he held various finance director positions from 2000 to 2014. His roles included Finance Director for Global Analytics Centre of Excellence and OUS Operations & Global Supply Chain. He has been with Smiths Detection in various capacities since 2005, demonstrating a strong commitment to operational and financial leadership.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ben Mac Donald has played a significant role in driving operational excellence and globalization within organizations. He has contributed to improvements in working capital and productivity at Smiths Detection. His leadership in sustainability initiatives has positioned him as a key figure in advancing the ESG agenda within the company. His ability to build effective teams and influence stakeholders has been recognized as a vital component of his professional success.