Chris Walton
About Chris Walton
Chris Walton serves as the Sourcing Director at Hiab, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in procurement, having previously worked at Magna International and Grupo Antolin.
Work at Hiab
Chris Walton has served as the Sourcing Director at Hiab since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the sourcing strategies and procurement processes within the organization. His tenure at Hiab has lasted for five years, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and supply chain management.
Previous Experience in Purchasing
Before joining Hiab, Chris Walton held significant positions in the purchasing sector. He worked at Magna International as the Director of Purchasing for Interiors Europe from 2007 to 2015, where he managed procurement strategies for a substantial period of eight years. Following this, he served as the Purchasing Director at Grupo Antolin from 2015 to 2019, further enhancing his expertise in sourcing and supply chain management.
Education and Expertise
Chris Walton studied at the University of Leicester from 1998 to 2001, completing a three-year program. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he has applied throughout his career in sourcing and purchasing roles.
Early Career at AGCO Corporation
Chris Walton began his career at AGCO Corporation, where he worked as a Buyer for a period of seven months in 2002. This early experience in procurement laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in purchasing and sourcing management.