Carla Purdy

Carla Purdy is a seasoned professional in the buying and procurement sector with extensive experience in the alcohol and consumer goods industries. Currently serving as a Senior Buyer for Beer & Cider at The Buyco Ltd since January 2014, Carla supports strategic buying initiatives for Palmer & Harvey McLane Ltd and Costcutter Supermarkets Group Ltd, focusing on maximizing sales and profitability. Prior to this role, Carla held the position of Senior Buyer at Palmer and Harvey, overseeing a category with a turnover of £81 million. With experience spanning multiple organizations, including Best Buy Europe and Dixons Stores Group, Carla has demonstrated a strong track record in category management, promotional planning, and supply chain management, beginning as an Assistant Buyer at Homebase, where a key achievement included introducing a new range of Designer Radiators. Education includes studies at Nonsuch Grammar School with a focus on Business, Psychology, and Computer Science.