Procurement Magazine January 2026 Issue 50 | Page 39

KARL JOHNSON
TOP 10 – STRATEGIC SOURCING LEADERS IN THE US

KARL JOHNSON

TITLE: VICE PRESIDENT OF STRATEGIC
GLOBAL SOURCING COMPANY: CITI REVENUE: US $ 81.14BN EMPLOYEES: C. 229,000 FOUNDED: 1998
Karl is a results-driven leader specialising in commercial construction, supply chain optimisation and operational transformation.
He excels at identifying process improvements and cost-saving opportunities while building collaborative, high-performance teams across all organisational levels.
Karl’ s approach combines analytical rigor with strategic relationshipbuilding, serving as a trusted advisor who drives measurable change through clear direction, risk mitigation and operational excellence.

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