Nour-Eddine Boufertala

Who is Nour-Eddine Boufertala?

Nour-Eddine Boufertala is the Head of Procurement at the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Founding Director of Oben Sports and Events Consulting.12 He is passionate about procurement and the sports industry, and believes in the importance of work-life balance.1

Career Highlights

• Head of Procurement at the ECB since 20191
• Founding Director of Oben Sports and Events Consulting, a company that specializes in maximizing procurement excellence in sports and events2
• Previously worked in procurement roles in various industries and countries, including Barcelona, Montreal, and Paris1

Procurement Expertise

Boufertala considers the following skills essential for a procurement leader1:

• Being pragmatic and making complex situations easy to understand
• Collaborating with diverse stakeholders and suppliers to achieve common goals
• Delivering the best value for money in terms of service, quality, and price

He advises those embarking on a procurement career to be bold, follow their instincts, and believe in their decisions.1

Personal Life

Boufertala enjoys spending quality time with his wife and nine-month-old daughter, as well as following various sports like basketball, tennis, football, and cricket.1 He is an avid traveler and has lived in several countries.1