Piccolo Procurement

Strategic Procurement & Commercial Advisory

Driving value, governance, and commercial efficiency through expert procurement leadership across various categories.

Piccolo Procurement

Strategic Sourcing

Expert management of global procurement portfolios exceeding $1 billion in value across infrastructure, defence and renewables.

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Supplier Governance &
Risk Management

Establishing robust procurement frameworks, governance, and risk monitoring.

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Proven Impact

Infrastructure:
Negotiated critical subcontracts to deliver three concurrent wind farms under budget in Australia.
Technology:
Led the national sourcing strategy for HFC Modems, connecting one million Australian homes to the internet.
Operations:
Established the centre-led procurement function for Telstra Super, overseeing a $100M annual spend.

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The Consultant

Paul Thomas is a senior procurement executive with over two decades of global experience. A collaborative leader and former Chair of the CIPS Australasia Victoria/Tasmania Regional Committee, he specialises in building high-performing functions in complex stakeholder environments.Qualifications:
- BSc (Hons) Electronic & Electrical Engineering
- Foundations of Directorship (AICD)Memberships:
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS)
- Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD)