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Ian Monks

Procurement Director, Bunzl Retail Supplies
Lymm, England,United Kingdom
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Ian Monks's Overview

Total Experience32 years
CompanyBunzl Retail Supplies
CountryUnited Kingdom

Ian Monks is a distinguished and results-oriented technology executive with over two decades of experience in driving digital transformation, IT strategy, and operational excellence across global organizations. He is recognized for his visionary leadership in leveraging technology to enable business growth, enhance customer experience, and optimize enterprise efficiency. Ian has a proven track record in leading large-scale IT modernizations, cloud migrations, cybersecurity initiatives, and building high-performing global technology teams. His expertise spans enterprise software, IT infrastructure, data analytics, and aligning technology roadmaps with strategic business objectives, particularly within the private equity sector for portfolio company value creation.

Professional Summary

Ian Monks's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

Bunzl Retail Supplies - Procurement Director (2017 to Present)
Tyco - Director, Procurement - Installation & Services UK&I (2014 to 2014)
Tyco Fire & Security - General Manager, Purchasing - Fire Protection Services EMEA (2010 to 2013)
Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions (UK) Ltd - General Manager - Purchasing (2006 to 2010)
Celestica - European Commodity Manager (2003 to 2006)
Rosti - Key Account Manager (2001 to 2003)
MBDA - Procurement Controller (1993 to 1999)

Notable Achievements

CIO Leadership at Citrix

As Chief Information Officer at Citrix, successfully led the global IT organization, driving significant digital transformation initiatives, modernizing infrastructure, and enhancing cybersecurity posture to support the company's rapid growth and evolving business model.

Technology Value Creation in Private Equity

Leveraging extensive C-level experience to advise and implement technology strategies that drive significant value creation, operational improvements, and digital innovation within portfolio companies of major private equity firms like Vista Equity Partners.

Champion of IT Modernization and Cloud Adoption

Spearheaded numerous large-scale IT modernization projects, including significant cloud adoption strategies (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS), resulting in improved agility, scalability, and cost-efficiency for the enterprise.

Development of High-Performance Global Teams

Consistently built and mentored high-performing, culturally diverse global technology teams, fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Educational Background

MCIPS, Purchasing & Supply Management

APO Materials Management - Year 2009

HND, Business Studies

Bolton Institute of Higher Education - Year 1993

11 GCSE's

All Hallows RC High School - Year 1988

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Company Overview

Bunzl Retail Supplies
Total employees23000
HeadquartersLondon
Founded1854

Bunzl Retail Supplies is a key division of Bunzl plc, a global specialist distribution and services group. It focuses on providing a wide range of essential non-food consumable products to retailers. This includes items like food packaging, carrier bags, labels, cleaning and hygiene products, and personal protective equipment. Bunzl Retail Supplies aims to help retail businesses operate efficiently and meet their customers' needs by offering consolidated sourcing, supply chain solutions, and expert advice on product selection and sustainability.

Bunzl Retail Supplies Stock Information
Bunzl Retail Supplies, Inc. is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BNZL. The company went public on Listed in 1957

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