Chris has worked within the NHS for over 20 years in a variety of senior procurement and supply chain roles. This has included the management of the procurement and customer related activities undertaken by NHS Supply Chain. Prior to joining the NHS Chris spent 9 years in private industry, working for retail clients in the manufacturing sector. Chris has a Master’s degree in Business Administration that focuses on business and supply chain strategy and a post graduate professional diploma in management.  Chris is a member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS).