Procurement Magazine August 2024 | Page 26

LYNN TORREL TITLE : GLOBAL VP STRATEGIC SOURCING
LIFETIME OF ACHIEVEMENT IN PROCUREMENT

As Global VP of Strategic Sourcing at Google since October 2023 , Lynn Torrel is knowledgeable about the procurement landscape . When appointed as Chief Supply Chain and Procurement Officer at Flex before assuming her role at Google , she was described as an “ innovative and solutionsoriented person , adept at managing complex customer and supplier requirements , as well as delivering improved financial performance and enhancing relationships ”.

In 2021 she was named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive ’ s 2021 list of Pros to Know . The award recognises outstanding executives whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chains for competitive advantage .
Speaking after receiving the award , she said : “ The past year has been an incredibly challenging environment for supply chain professionals . It may be my name on the list , but succeeding during this difficult time requires a level of collaboration and creativity that only a world-class team could achieve . On behalf of the entire Flex team , our customers and suppliers , I am grateful to the Supply & Demand Chain Executive for this honour .”
The award recognises Lynn and her team for their leadership overseeing one of the world ’ s largest and most complex supply chains , successfully navigating the challenges brought by the global pandemic .
Prior to Flex , Lynn worked at Avnet , EBV Elektronik and Wyle Electronics .
With more than a quarter of a century of experience , Lynn brings a wealth of expertise and an established record in supply chain management . She joined from Avnet , where as President of Avnet United and Velocity and was responsible for maintaining and expanding Avnet ’ s largest and most strategic customer and supply chain programmes worldwide . Lynn was also responsible for global semiconductor supplier relationships . She joined Avnet after its acquisition of EBV Elektronik Munich in 2001 , where she served as Manager of Corporate Accounts and Logistics .

LYNN TORREL TITLE : GLOBAL VP STRATEGIC SOURCING

COMPANY : GOOGLE
INDUSTRY : SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
LOCATION : CALIFORNIA , USA
Lynn is experienced in global supply chain management and adept at navigating complex customer and supplier needs . She demonstrates success in boosting financial performance , fostering strong relationships and implementing scalable strategies alongside being an effective leader with a passion for motivating teams towards achieving goals .
26 August 2024