People Moves: Evan Sutherland, Balfour Beatty
Evan Sutherland
Job From Balfour Beatty - UK Procurement & Supply Chain Director
Job To Balfour Beatty - Chief Procurement Officer
Evan Sutherland has taken on a new role as Chief Procurement Officer at Balfour Beatty, marking a significant step forward in his career having joined the company in 2015 as UK Procurement Director. In this expanded role, Evan will now oversee all group-wide procurement and supply chain operations, in addition to his leadership of the UK team. He is tasked with implementing best practices and driving value across Balfour Beatty’s global operations.
The company’s commitment to nurturing talent and providing pathways for professional growth is clearly demonstrated in appointments like this, reinforcing Balfour Beatty’s investment in its people. Balfour Beatty recognizes that two-thirds of its revenues are spent procuring goods and services from supply chain partners, making them invaluable to the business, its customers and the communities it serves.
On his promotion, Evan expressed his enthusiasm for the challenges ahead, saying: “Balfour Beatty has a significant footprint across our chosen geographies with thousands of valued supply chain partners working alongside us to deliver critical national infrastructure and projects at the heart of local communities.
“Operating responsibly and with integrity is how we do business, ensuring that we have the systems and processes in place to uphold the highest ethical standards as we raise the bar for our industry.”
As Chief Procurement Officer, Evan will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Balfour Beatty’s procurement strategy, ensuring that the company not only delivers value but does so ethically and sustainably across all its operations.
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