BRIAN BRUCE

Forward-thinking Operations and Procurement Executive with 20+ years of experience transforming global operations into scalable, agile ecosystems. Proven ability to manage $2B+ in supplier spend, deploy AI-powered sourcing strategies, and align supply chain performance with strategic growth goals. Scaled organizations from startup to Fortune 500 by driving enterprise innovation, cost leadership, and cross-functional execution.

Experienced with strategic planning, operational management, and team leadership. Utilizes effective communication and decision-making skills to drive organizational success. Track record of fostering innovation and improving operational processes.

Solid track record in executive leadership, steering companies toward growth and innovation. Proven ability to implement strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiencies. Demonstrated excellence in team collaboration and strategic decision-making. Results-driven executive professional with extensive experience in driving organizational success. Skilled in strategic planning, operational management, and fostering collaborative work environment. Known for reliability and adaptability in achieving business objectives and leading teams.

• Strategic Transformation, Directed global sourcing, operations and procurement strategy and execution for AI infrastructure, network modernization, software deployment, FTTH/FTTx, data centers, and professional services.
• Strategic Sourcing Leadership, Delivered $200M–$500M in annual savings across 1000+ suppliers spanning 20+ countries through targeted RFPs, negotiated cost reduction and supplier consolidation initiatives while ensuring operational continuity, supplier quality and performance.
• Supply Chain Transformation, Drove supplier performance through KPI frameworks, quarterly business reviews, contract governance, closed loop corrective action (CLCA) management and risk mitigation.
• Execution Excellence, Created and executed multi-year supply chain and operational strategies aligned to EBITDA, annual cost reductions and growth targets for over 500+ projects while managing operational risks.
• P&L Ownership and Financial Strategy, Built and managed $500M+ P&Ls, aligning financial performance with long-term strategic objectives.
• Process Optimization, Led enterprise-wide process optimization initiatives to drive scalability, efficiency, and cross-functional alignment including the deployment of an ERP initiative enabling 50% operational gains and $25M in cost avoidance for 2,000+ employees.
• Leadership Development, Directed global team growth and implemented career development frameworks for 300+ direct and indirect employees, resulting in 50% of staff moving into leadership positions.
• Executive Advisory & M&A Strategy, Counseled C-suite executives on project status, M&A strategy, market entry acceleration, and scalable operational models.
• Category Strategy Leadership, Directed and executed 100+ enterprise-wide category strategies across direct and indirect spend, enabling supplier consolidation, enhanced performance governance, and cost visibility.