Top 10: Women in Procurement

Across the globe, women are leading procurement, driving innovation and reshaping the landscape with fresh perspectives and strategic vision.

These pioneering professionals are not merely breaking glass ceilings – they are fundamentally redefining excellence in procurement practices through their unique approaches to supplier relationships, sustainability initiatives and digital transformation.

As Procurement Magazine celebrates the top 100 exceptional women in the industry, this month’s edition explores the top 10 who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in procurement. 

From revolutionising supply chain transparency to championing ethical sourcing practices, these leaders exemplify the profound impact of diverse leadership in procurement.

10. Christine Berg, Chief Procurement Officer at Beiersdorf

Christine is the Chief Procurement Officer at Beiersdorf, a leading skincare manufacturer.

In an industry where securing a fresh, stable supply of ingredients is critical, Christine provides extensive procurement expertise.

A talented manager and professional, her experience across the supply chain has enabled her to bring immense value to Beiersdorg and cement herself as a key leader.

9. Susanna Webber, Chief Procurement Officer at Merck

After 18 years in leadership roles at GM, including procurement and general management in Europe and Russia, Susanna joined Merck in 2015 to lead indirect sourcing.

Now as CPO and SVP since 2020, she oversees all procurement operations and global workplace services, focusing on strategic value, innovation and inclusive talent development.

8. Alexandra Lopez, Chief Procurement Officer at Cisco

Alexandra, Cisco's Chief Procurement Officer leading global procurement and contingent workforce strategy.

With executive experience at Fortune 500 companies like Kaiser Permanente and Hewlett-Packard, she excels in finance, supply chain and strategic operations.

Alexandra serves on the YWCA board, combining innovative procurement strategies with social responsibility and community service.

7. Lisa Martin, Chief Procurement Officer at GSK

As GSK's procurement leader, Lisa oversees all strategic sourcing and purchasing while managing the extensive real estate portfolio of 265 sites spanning 36 million square feet.

Lisa’s transformative leadership earned her the prestigious J. Shipman Gold Medal in 2013 for outstanding contributions to supply management.

6. Lorie Meola, Chief Procurement Officer at IBM

With a career starting in teaching mathematics and computing, many would not expect to find themselves as the Chief Procurement Officer 20 years on. But that is the career path of Lorie Meola, currently working as CPO at IBM.

This dramatic shift came back in 2004, where she got her first role in the industry, as the Director of IT Procurement and Asset Management at ADP. Over the years, she has worked for AIG, First Data Corporation and Fiserv in the procurement function.

In February of 2023 she joined IBM as the Vice President, Global Procurement Strategic Sourcing and just five months later, she took the role of CPO.

5. Ana Elena Marziano, Chief Purchasing Officer at Procter & Gamble

Ana Elena was appointed P&G's Chief Purchasing Officer in 2020, leading global procurement with more than 20 years of experience.

Starting in Venezuela in 1988, she drives organisational strategy, sustainability and efficiency. Elena manages expenditures across raw materials, packaging and capital while leading P&G's Hispanic Affinity Group.

She champions innovative procurement practices, fostering continuous improvement and collaboration in the consumer goods industry.

4. Amanda Davies, Chief R&D, Procurement and Sustainability Officer at Mars

Amanda is the Chief R&D, Procurement and Sustainability Officer of Mars Wrigley. With 28 years at Mars, she has uniquely combined commercial, sustainability and R&D responsibilities.

Amanda spearheads Mars' Net Zero Roadmap, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 8% while growing the business by 60%.

Her mantra, "performance not promises," drives tangible sustainability actions across Mars' 15,000 supplier network.

3. Barbara Kubicki, Chief Procurement Officer at Wells Fargo

Barbara brings in excess of 20 years of experience in financial services to Wells Fargo as Chief Procurement Officer.

Having joined in 2021, she leads global supply chain management, overseeing strategic sourcing, procurement operations, supplier diversity and risk management.

Her expertise particularly lies in team building, cross-functional collaboration and comprehensive procurement strategies.

2. Lauren Richardson, Chief Procurement Officer at Colgate-Palmolive

Serving as Chief Procurement Officer at Colgate-Palmolive, Lauren drives procurement innovation, sustainability and growth for the global manufacturer.

From toothpaste to skincare, Colgate-Palmolive’s products are everywhere, and Lauren ensures they are effectively sourced and created.

With lengthy experience across the supply chain, Lauren ensures the success of the company’s manufacturing process.

1. Jennifer Moceri, Chief Procurement Officer at Google

Employees: 182,502
CEO: Sundar Pichai
Founded: 1998

Jennifer, Google's first Chief Procurement Officer, transforms procurement through AI-powered solutions.

With prior experience at Tate & Lyle, Diageo and automotive electronics firms, she emphasises sustainability, diversity and innovation.

Jennifer builds diverse teams and integrates responsible practices, aligning procurement strategies with environmental and social goals while driving cost efficiency and profitability.

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