Episode 29 of Aramark’s podcast series discusses how Avendra International, the group’s strategic sourcing and hospitality procurement platform, serves a diverse array of organizations including hotels, hospitality and leisure resorts, healthcare and educational institutions globally.
Or read a transcript of the podcast at https://pages.e2ma.net/pages/1778606/51807.
Walt Sheffler, President, Avendra International
As President, Walt oversees Avendra’s Hospitality business segment in North America and is responsible for leading and directing all sales efforts, exploring new Hospitality related business opportunities, strategically directing our client service operations, and perpetually increasing client satisfaction. Walt began his career with Marriott International, where he held positions of increasing responsibility in Hotel Operations, Corporate Finance and Corporate Procurement. Before joining Avendra as a charter member, he was Vice President of Procurement for Marriott International, responsible for food and beverage procurement activities worldwide.
Ian Murphy, Senior Vice President for Supply Chain and GPOs at Avendra International
With a career deeply rooted in procurement, Ian brings a passion for driving innovation and efficiency. His journey began with a degree focused on procurement and has since spanned over two decades of experience. He spent 11+ years at Compass/Foodbuy and, prior to that, at DAF/PACCAR in automotive procurement. Now 19 months as Senior Vice President for SC and GPOs in Europe, Ian leads the growth of Avendra International, as we expand our footprint and opportunities in Europe. He’s also married with two wonderful daughters, Harriet and Francesca. In his free time, he enjoys all sports, especially football (soccer) and golf, and is hooked on his Peloton!
Additional Resources
Supply Chain Services – Aramark
Aramark Launches Avendra International – Aramark
Avendra International Acquires Spanish-Based Quantum – Aramark
Avendra | Hotel Procurement, FF&E & Hospitality Supplies Company
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