James Mason Mcips (Chartered)
About James Mason Mcips (Chartered)
James Mason Mcips is a Supply Chain Manager with extensive experience in procurement and inventory management. He currently oversees a £200 million procurement spend at Tronox and serves as Vice Chairman of the Humber Branch of The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.
Work at Tronox
James Mason serves as the Supply Chain Manager at Tronox, a role he has held since 2017. He is responsible for the overall ownership of the MRO inventory site KPI. His responsibilities include managing a procurement spend of £200 million and overseeing the management and negotiation of major procurement contracts. He provides on-site leadership and support to global plants, focusing on global purchasing functions and strategy.
Education and Expertise
James Mason completed his education at Hereford Technology School, achieving his GCSE from 1993 to 1997. He then attended Franklin College Grimsby, where he obtained A Levels from 1998 to 2000. His expertise is further demonstrated by his chartered status with the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, where he has served as Vice Chairman of the Humber Branch since 2014.
Background
James Mason has a diverse background in procurement and supply chain management. He began his career at Sanderson Contracts Ltd as a Senior Buyer from 2004 to 2011. He then worked at Coldwater Seafood as a Buyer for a brief period in 2011. Following that, he held the position of Senior Buyer at Dynex Semiconductor Ltd from 2014 to 2017. Prior to his current role, he worked as a Purchasing Specialist at Jacobs LES from 2012 to 2014.
Achievements in Procurement Management
In his current role and previous positions, James Mason has developed strategies, plans, and tools to optimize the selection and contracting of goods and services. He leads procurement strategy and planning, which includes supplier market analysis, contracting, and supplier management. He ensures compliance with regional and local regulatory requirements and utilizes best-in-class tools to evaluate competitive markets.