Mark Stephenson

Procurement leader delivering enterprise cost transformation and supply chain value creation across global retail and consumer sectors.

United States

About

Procurement and sourcing executive with 15+ years of experience leading operational transformation and cost leadership initiatives across Fortune 500 companies in consumer goods, retail, life sciences, and industrials. Can comfortably transition from consulting leadership to direct operational ownership; building procurement functions, modernizing supply chains, and implementing advanced analytics to deliver measurable impact. Trusted by C-suite executives to drive sourcing strategy, M&A synergies, and digital procurement enablement across complex global ecosystems. Skilled in leveraging analytics tools such as Alteryx and Power BI to drive data-informed sourcing strategies and enhance procurement decision-making.

Experience

  • Director of Procurement - JD Group North America at JD Sports Fashion
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    Direct the IT, Digital Marketing, and eCommerce procurement strategy across JD Group's North American retail banners (JD Finish Line, Hibbett, DTLR, Shoe Palace, and JD Canada). My primary focus is untangling redundant technology stacks, driving enterprise synergies, and executing a multi-phase cost optimization roadmap to harmonize vendors and deliver measurable value.

  • Executive, Advisory Strategy - Performance Transformation at KPMG US
    Mar 2023 - Aug 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    Lead large-scale strategic sourcing, procurement transformation, and operational cost optimization programs for Fortune 500 and private equity clients across life sciences, retail, and industrials. Collaborate directly with C-suite executives to align procurement strategies with corporate objectives, integrate ESG into sourcing frameworks, and deliver sustainable value through analytics-driven decision-making.

  • Executive, Strategy & Consulting - Supply Chain & Operations at Accenture
    2015 - 2023 · 8 yrs

    Directed procurement transformation programs across life sciences, retail, and CPG sectors, managing global teams and multimillion-dollar project portfolios. Accountable for full engagement lifecycle, from opportunity identification and stakeholder alignment to implementation and value tracking.

  • Director, Strategy & Transformation at Company Confidential
    2010 - 2015 · 5 yrs

    Advised FTSE and Fortune 1000 clients on strategic cost optimization, procurement transformation, and operational restructuring. Collaboratively drove enterprise value creation, redesign procurement organizations, and establish shared service centers. Focused on achieving SG&A efficiencies while strengthening procurement governance and performance metrics.

  • Contractor - Acquisitions & Integration at Confidential
    2005 - 2010 · 5 yrs