Jo McLean

Jo McLean (nee Hipgrave) is an accomplished procurement professional with extensive experience in leading procurement functions across various industries. Currently serving as the UK and European Indirect Procurement Lead at Tropicana Brands Group since June 2023, Jo has previously held significant roles including Head of Procurement and Partnerships at Kensington Mortgages, where a mature Procurement function was established, and Vice President of Procurement, Sourcing & Operations at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®), focusing on global operational procurement and strategic development. Jo's career includes contributions as a Senior Consultant at Swinton Insurance and various procurement leadership roles, emphasizing transformation, efficiency, and risk management across organizations such as DS Smith and Proxima Group. A graduate of the University of Glamorgan with a degree in Business Administration, Jo combines strategic insight with practical implementation to drive procurement success.