Richard Edwards
About Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards is the Head of Procurement and Supply Management at thyssenkrupp in Perth, Australia, with extensive experience in international procurement and supply chain management.
Current Positions
Richard Edwards holds multiple senior roles in procurement and supply management across several companies. He is currently serving as the Head of Procurement and Supply Management at thyssenkrupp in Perth, Australia. Additionally, he works as a Contracts and Procurement Manager, and China Procurement Manager at Clean TeQ Limited. He also serves as a Procurement Specialist for Covalent Lithium Pty Ltd, and is the Proprietor of DIY (Do Imports Yourself) in Bunbury, Western Australia.
Previous Roles
Richard Edwards has previously held several key positions in procurement and supply chain management. He was a Senior Category Manager at Alcoa in Perth, Australia for six months in 2016 to 2017. From 2013 to 2016, he worked as the Group Manager Procurement and Supply Chain at AGC. Prior to that, he served as the Contracts and Procurement Manager at Grange Resources from 2012 to 2013 and the Manager Procurement and Logistics at Roy Hill from 2010 to 2011.
International Procurement Experience
Richard Edwards has extensive international procurement experience, having worked in both Australia and China. His roles at Clean TeQ Limited underline his capacity to manage procurement operations effectively across different regions. Currently, he is based in Beijing for his role as China Procurement Manager, showcasing his adaptability to various international markets.
Industry Expertise
Richard Edwards brings over a decade of experience in procurement and supply chain management to his roles. He has managed procurement operations for major companies such as Alcoa, AGC, and Roy Hill. His expertise spans across industries including mining and manufacturing. His background denotes a strong understanding of both strategic and operational aspects of procurement.
Experience in Strategic and Operational Roles
Richard Edwards has a balanced experience in both strategic and operational procurement roles. His career includes positions that required oversight of large-scale procurement processes, as well as hands-on involvement in the logistics and supply chain management. This dual expertise enables him to create efficient procurement strategies that align with organizational goals, ensuring seamless operational execution.