Philip Couper

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About Philip Couper

Chief Procurement Officer | Director of Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain As a commercially astute and results-focused supply chain leader, I have a proven track record of driving procurement and commercial strategies that deliver measurable value across government, public, and private sectors. With deep expertise in strategic sourcing, contract lifecycle management, commercial negotiations, and risk mitigation, I bring a comprehensive understanding of finance, ICT, consulting, and complex project delivery. I’m passionate about leading procurement transformations, streamlining supplier ecosystems, and generating cost savings while reducing risk. My approach is centered on building strong relationships with stakeholders, driving cross-functional collaboration, and aligning strategic vision with operational discipline. By fostering high-performing teams and driving governance excellence, I’ve been able to help organisations thrive and remain resilient in an ever-evolving business landscape. My goal is to build procurement functions that are not only efficient but also future-ready, empowering businesses to achieve long-term growth and sustainable success. Key Areas of Expertise: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Optimisation Commercial Negotiations & Contract Management Procurement Transformation & Risk Mitigation Cross-functional Stakeholder Collaboration Operational Resilience & Governance Excellence Key Highlights: 15+ years of leadership experience across management, procurement, contracts, risk, finance, and operations. Proven track record in CEO/CPO/Project Leadership, driving strategic outcomes at the executive level. Strong HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment & Quality) awareness with a sharp focus on compliance and risk management. Exceptional in organisation, stakeholder communication, and cross-functional team leadership. Highly skilled in quantitative analysis, data modelling, and driving actionable insights from complex datasets. Certified in ICT/ITSM and ITIL, with a deep understanding of technology integration and service management. Expert in applying a Holistic/Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach to procurement and supply chain optimisation. SME and results-driven leader, consistently delivering measurable outcomes and strategic success.