Jakob Strande is a seasoned professional in supply chain and procurement management, currently serving as the Director of Supply Chain and Procurement at M7 Group since April 2019. Strande's responsibilities include running strategic sourcing projects, negotiating contracts, and advising on procurement strategy. Previous roles include serving as Commercial Manager at Ellipse Fitness & Wellness, where a 10% growth was achieved in one year, and as an independent consultant in procurement and supply chain management. Strande has held key procurement positions at Alimentation Couche-Tard and Circle K Europe, overseeing European and global procurement activities. A strong foundation in logistics and finance was established through military training at the Royal Norwegian Air Force Academy and further education at the University of Bodoe and the Naval Academy.