Kate Mangles

Kate Mangles is a seasoned procurement professional with a robust background in indirect procurement and strategic sourcing, currently serving as Group Head of GNFR Procurement at Halfords since January 2025. Prior to this role, Kate held multiple positions at RS Group from December 2019 to January 2025, including Head of Indirect Procurement Global Commercial Delivery and Global Category Manager for Marketing. Earlier career experiences include serving as Procurement Business Partner for Estates and Strategy at Virgin Trains and various roles at the Metropolitan Police, where responsibilities encompassed leading categories in training services and occupational health. Kate holds a BA(hons) in Business Studies from Sheffield Hallam University and A Levels from Maltby Comprehensive & Sixth Form School.