Rod Love (Mcips)
About Rod Love (Mcips)
Rod Love is the Head of Procurement, Vendor Management and Facilities at Thredd, with over 20 years of experience in procurement and supply chain consultancy across various sectors. He has a strong track record in managing stakeholder relationships and negotiating complex contracts, having held senior roles at several notable organizations.
Current Role at Thredd
Rod Love serves as the Head of Procurement, Vendor Management, and Facilities at Thredd since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing procurement strategies, vendor relationships, and facility management. His leadership focuses on optimizing procurement processes and enhancing vendor performance to support organizational goals.
Professional Experience
Rod Love has extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was a Partner at TCG - Partners Ltd from 2013 to 2020, and served as Procurement Project Lead at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation for one year from 2021 to 2022. His previous positions include Senior Commercial Manager at LCH.Clearnet, Supply Chain Consultant at Royal & SunAlliance, and Supply Chain Manager at Alcatel. He also held the position of Head of Vendor Management and Procurement at Standard Bank from 2010 to 2013.
Education and Qualifications
Rod Love studied at Brunel University London, where he earned a BA Hons in American Studies and History from 1990 to 1993. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive career in procurement and supply chain management.
Specializations and Skills
Rod Love specializes in delivering significant savings and improved terms through multi-million pound contractual negotiations. He has a strong background in managing senior stakeholder relationships, particularly in the context of Mergers and Acquisitions. His expertise includes leading strategic sourcing and governance transformation projects across the UK, Channel Islands, Europe, and Africa.
Industry Experience
With over 20 years of experience, Rod Love has worked across diverse sectors including IT Procurement, Legal, Financial Services, Insurance, Telecoms, and Government. His broad experience encompasses both direct and indirect procurement categories, showcasing his capability in handling complex procurement challenges.