BT Sourced at a glance:
We’re BT owned but we are a standalone procurement company. We have been operating since 2021 and were established to challenge the traditional ways of buying goods and services by simplifying processes and introducing new technology and partnership-based approaches to the way BT Group works with suppliers and start-ups. Based in Dublin, which has established itself as a hub for many ‘Big Tech’ businesses as well as technology start-ups, we manage and influence a budget of around €15bn (£13bn) and draw on the capital’s diverse and tech-savvy talent pool in the Republic of Ireland.
Our Objectives:
At BT Sourced we are re-inventing procurement.
We’re dissecting every aspect of the traditional procurement model and if any part of that model isn’t giving us value, we’ll find it, simplify it and digitise it.
For our fast-track transformation, we’re using tools based on Generative AI, robotics, blockchain, deep learning and machine learning. These new platforms are giving us the insights to make fast, data-driven decisions that benefit everyone throughout our supply chain.
This gives us the perfect entrepreneurial environment for trialling the latest tools, and for collaborating with developers to bring new concepts to market in a quicker,more bespoke way.
Our purpose #WeSourceForABetterFuture is at the heart of all we do.
BT Sourced Leadership Team
Johnny McQuoid
Director of Group Operations
Johnny leads BT Group Operations, which includes BT Sourced, Supply Chain and Property & Facilities Services. A results orientated leader with deep knowledge and broad experience across BT, Johnny brings a pragmatic, hands on approach to business operations and transformation, consistently delivering strong commercial outcomes by keeping things simple. Renowned for solving complex customer problems, he combines transformational, operational, and analytical expertise built through senior executive roles at BT, Openreach, and Accenture, and through leading large scale transformation programmes and global operational teams.
Tim Butler
Services & Business Procurement Director
Since joining BT Sourced in mid-2024, Tim has led strategic supplier partnerships & driven cost synergies across BT’s Corporate & Consumer ‘Services’ categories. Now also responsible for leading BT’s UK & International Business & Connectivity Procurement functions, Tim is passionate about building high-performing teams & delivering value for customers and shareholders. Prior to joining BT Sourced, Tim has experience across the telecommunications industry in Virgin Media Ireland, Vodafone (Group, Ireland, Vodafone Procurement Company) & BT Group.
Denis Laxague
Networks Procurement Director
Denis leads sourcing for BT’s network estate and critical infrastructure. With more than 25 years’ experience across operations, procurement, and supply chain in fast moving international environments, he brings deep expertise in network technology and complex supply markets. His focus is on building and leading high impact teams that deliver optimal total cost of ownership, positively influencing the P&L and balance sheet. Previously, Denis held senior procurement leadership roles, including Chief Procurement Officer and Vice President positions at Enics, Nokia, GPV, and Alcatel Lucent, and began his career as an engineer in research and development.
Tony Joyce
IT Procurement Director
Tony is a highly experienced and committed procurement professional with 20 years of experience across a diverse range of categories. He has a strong track record in developing and leading procurement strategies, delivering cost savings, and driving service improvements. Known for his self-motivation and innovative thinking, Tony consistently challenges the status quo to create value.
Simen Wefald
Procurement Excellence Director
Simen has played a key role in establishing two procurement organizations across different continents, leveraging analysis, digital transformation, and collaboration to drive simplification and cost reduction. He is an effective communicator in both presentations and negotiations, and firmly believes that a fun, engaging environment fuels greater creativity and performance.
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