Marc Sneddon

Background

About Marc Sneddon

As a seasoned Supply Chain professional, I balance the needs of procurement, logistics, and operations to deliver tangible results to deliver sustainable annual business growth. With a rich tapestry of experience spanning diverse industries, I've honed my skills in optimizing end-to-end supply chain operations with precision and finesse. My track record speaks volumes: from formulating robust category plans to overseeing direct and indirect categories, I've consistently driven efficiencies, slashed costs, and elevated gross margins. But beyond the numbers, my true passion lies in cultivating lasting relationships—with suppliers, stakeholders, and team members alike. I thrive in dynamic environments, where challenges are embraced as opportunities for innovation. Whether it's navigating new business ventures, mitigating risks, or spearheading operational excellence initiatives, I'm there, leading from the front. At the heart of my approach is a commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement. By fostering cross-functional teamwork and leveraging emerging technologies, I have transformed supply chains into strategic assets that propel organizations to new heights of success. As a leader, I believe in empowering my teams to excel, providing mentorship, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Together, we achieve greatness. I love to bring my unique blend of expertise, vision, and passion to forward-thinking organizations poised for growth and innovation. Some of my key achievements include: • Achieved double digit gross margin improvement on significant multi-million pound spend in UK and Europe • Spearheaded transformative era in procurement at APS, leading positive change from the front • Streamlined procurement operations by implementing new SaaS tools, including rebate management, onboarding processes • Successfully deployed supplier incentive programs • Delivered bespoke training to boost team's commercial skills • Improved risk management and enforced robust code of conduct by enhancing supplier management practices • Led effective management of modern slavery risks in supply chain by establishing strategic partnerships with organisations like Slave Free Alliance.