Josh Dempsey

Josh Dempsey is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in various roles within the procurement sector. Currently serving as Head of Procurement (Associate Director) at Wellcome Trust since November 2016, Josh has also held positions such as Interim Head of Procurement and Category Manager. In addition, Josh has been a Procurement Coach and Mentor at The UK Procurement Coach since January 2020, providing guidance to those in the procurement profession. Experience includes a role as Non-Executive Director at Dow Bridge Brewery and Manager at Hawtrey Dene Procurement, where Josh focused on indirect procurement consultancy. Earlier roles include Managing Director at Josh Dempsey Enterprises and Category Analyst at the Metropolitan Police Service. Josh Dempsey holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Enterprise Management from Sheffield Hallam University and is Level 4 qualified through the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.