Peter Brophy

Pioneer
DISC Type : DSi

Sourcing Lead - US at Proxima

United Kingdom

Overview

Peter is a senior executive search leader specializing in procurement, consulting, and spend management. With experience ranging from startups to global firms, he has a proven record of leading recruitment teams and executing talent strategies. Colleagues frequently describe him as strategic, professional, tenacious, and organized.

Originally from Newcastle, Peter is a passionate football fan. He was born within a mile of St James Park, the home stadium of Newcastle United, and considers the club and the city a core part of his identity.

Unique fact: He holds a certification in the Bar-On EQ-i Emotional Intelligence Assessment.

Personality Overview

Driven But Considerate

Decisive But Friendly

Dynamic But Sincere

They combine a unique set of diverse traits where they are fast and friendly but can slow down to be thorough when needed  They have the unique ability to win both love and respect from their team (or outsiders) If they are convinced, they can become very strong champions for your product

Topics They Care About

Procurement Talent
His entire career is focused on recruiting top-tier talent for procurement, consulting, and spend management roles, from board level to graduates.
Executive Search
He runs his own executive search and recruitment firm, Brophy Talent Solutions, demonstrating a deep commitment to high-level talent acquisition.
Newcastle United
He shared a personal post about being born a mile from St James' Park and used the fan chant "Howay the lads, " indicating a strong personal connection.

Media Appearances

Peter has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2025
Sourcing Lead - US at Proxima
10-2024
Independent Executive Search and Recruitment Lead at Brophy Talent Solutions
3-2022 - 4-2024
VP Digital Procurement & Supply Chain at Edbury Daley
6-2014 - 2-2022
Associate Director at Edbury Daley
6-2009 - 2-2014
Senior Recruitment Manager at Proxima Group

Education

1994 - 1995
MA from Middlesex University
BSC (Hons) from London Metropolitan University

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Exp : 28 Location : United Kingdom Job Level : Senior Designation : Sourcing Lead - US at Proxima
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Insights For Selling To Peter

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Build a trustworthy relationship while keeping the product center-stage

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal during the early interactions even if they are being so themselves
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don't lean very heavily into providing too much information, sharing whitepapers etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Peter is

  • Nothing less than a strong combination of proof of results, relationship and high levels of professionalism is effective with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Peter

  • They can say no while staying friendly, but can also be pursuaded to reconsider

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Peter move?

  • They are generally fast movers and can take quick decisions
  • Can Peter take some risk or not?

  • They have high risk-appetite but can get ahead of themselves once in a while. Observe carefully

You And Peter

Personality Compatibility


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