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Jon Fretwell

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Head of Procurement Transformation at Asda
📍 Greater Sheffield Area, United Kingdom

Jon Fretwell is the Head of Procurement Transformation at Asda, where he is leading a full transformation of the function, overseeing a spend of approximately £2. 5 billion. A graduate of Northumbria University and a certified Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS), his career has been focused on technology and large-scale project procurement.

Based on his educational background, Jon has a foundational knowledge in geography and computing, suggesting an analytical and systematic approach to problem-solving. He appears focused on professional growth and team building, frequently sharing recruitment opportunities for his expanding department at Asda.

He previously led all procurement activity for Asdas complex technology separation and divestment from its former parent company, Walmart.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Head of Procurement Transformation
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Sheffield Area, United Kingdom
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Procurement Transformation
Currently leading a full transformation of Asda's procurement function, including implementing a new operating model, organizational structure, policies, and governance.
Technology Procurement
Previously held multiple senior roles in technology procurement at Asda, managing sourcing, contract management, and category strategy for all technology spend.
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Career

Work history

6-2024
Head of Procurement Transformation
Asda
3-2022
Head of Technology Procurement
Asda
11-2020 - 3-2022
Senior Manager - Technology Separation
Asda
11-2018 - 11-2020
Senior Manager - Technology Procurement
Asda
6-2014 - 10-2018
Category Manager - Technology Procurement (Software)
Asda
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Education
2013 - 2016
MCIPS - Exam Route
Charted Institute of Purchasing and Supply
2005 - 2009
1st class BA (hons)
Northumbria University
1998 - 2005
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Wales High School
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