Laura Magee
About Laura Magee
Laura Magee is the Director of Indirect Procurement at US Foods, where she has worked since 2018. With extensive experience in procurement across various industries, she is known for her strategic development focus and strong communication skills.
Work at US Foods
Laura Magee serves as the Director of Indirect Procurement at US Foods, a role she has held since 2018. In this position, she focuses on strategic development and continuous improvement within the Indirect Service categories. Magee leads a team that is responsible for category performance and contract compliance, ensuring that agreements are utilized effectively to maximize value and return on investment. Her leadership style emphasizes communication and motivation, enabling her team to perform under pressure.
Previous Experience in Procurement
Before joining US Foods, Laura Magee accumulated extensive experience in procurement across various industries. She worked at Pfizer as Global Associate Director of Procurement for Indirect Services from 2013 to 2018. Prior to that, she held the role of Associate Director of Procurement at Kraft Foods from 2001 to 2010. Magee also served as Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing at Georgia-Pacific LLC from 1998 to 2001 and as Senior Buyer in Strategic Sourcing at Allstate Insurance from 1989 to 1998.
Consulting Experience
From 2011 to 2013, Laura Magee worked as an Independent Consultant, providing services as a Strategy Architect and Business Development Advisor. During this period, she offered her expertise to various clients, leveraging her extensive background in procurement and strategic sourcing to help businesses improve their operations and achieve their goals.
Education and Expertise
Laura Magee earned a Bachelor of Arts in Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University. Her educational background includes a focus on Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions, and Contracts Management. Magee possesses expertise in supplier relationship management and project management, which she has applied throughout her career in various sectors, including financial services, consumer packaged goods, and health sciences.
Professional Skills
Laura Magee is recognized for her strong communication skills and her ability to motivate teams. She is adept at making decisions under pressure and has a proven track record in strategic development and continuous improvement. Her focus on category performance and contract compliance reflects her commitment to ensuring that procurement processes deliver maximum value and return on investment.