Catinca Draper
About Catinca Draper
Catinca Draper serves as the Head of Procurement Policies at UBS, where she has been shaping procurement strategies since 2021. With over a decade of experience in procurement and operations, she has held various roles at prominent companies including UBS, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and EF Education First.
Current Role at UBS
Catinca Draper serves as the Head of Procurement Policies at UBS, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she has been instrumental in shaping procurement policies within the organization. Her focus includes developing strategies that enhance procurement efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at UBS
Prior to her current role, Catinca Draper worked at UBS as the Director of Supply Chain from 2019 to 2021. During her tenure, she managed supply chain operations and contributed to optimizing procurement processes. Her experience at UBS spans two years, during which she gained significant insights into the financial services sector.
Experience at Anheuser-Busch InBev
Catinca Draper was employed at Anheuser-Busch InBev as a Global Category Manager - Indirects from 2017 to 2019. In this role, she managed indirect procurement categories and was responsible for strategic sourcing initiatives. Her work in Zug, Switzerland, contributed to the company's operational efficiencies.
Educational Background
Catinca Draper holds a Master’s degree in European Contract Law from The University of Edinburgh, where she studied from 2009 to 2010. She also earned an MSc in Business Administration with a focus on Strategic Management from RSM Erasmus Universiteit in 2011. Additionally, she obtained a BSc in International Economics and Management from Università Commerciale 'Luigi Bocconi' from 2006 to 2009.
Professional Experience Overview
With over a decade of experience in procurement, negotiations, and operations, Catinca Draper has worked in various international settings. Her career includes roles at Philips Consumer Lifestyle as a Business Analyst and at EF Education First as a Senior Procurement Manager. She has also completed internships at A.T. Kearney and BRD, enhancing her expertise in procurement management.