Sören Petsch

Sören Petsch is a seasoned professional with a rich background spanning over two decades in PROCUREMENT, FINANCE, and CONSULTING across industries like software, retail, and banking.

With a strong track record in leading complex transformation initiatives and process automations, Sören has demonstrated expertise in PRIVATE EQUITY, including Chapter 11, Sale, Due Diligence, Transition, and Post-merger integration.

His core competencies encompass FP&A, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting, Forecasting & Planning, Accounting, Budgeting, P&L Management, Cost Modeling, and more, along with in-depth skills in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, RFP, Negotiations, and Strategic Vendor Relationships.

Sören Petsch holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Finance & Accounting from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Russian Studies with a minor in Business Administration from The Evergreen State College.

Throughout his career, Sören has held significant roles such as Head of Procurement at CommerceHub, Managing Director of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing at LogicSource, and Vice President of Global Procurement at Alliance Data card services, among others.

His accomplishments include delivering over $100 million in Y1 annual savings, leading intricate negotiations and transitions in various domains, and spearheading organizational transformations and team skill evolutions.

Sören Petsch's expertise extends to cross-functional areas like IT, Marketing, Data Science, Payments & Processing, CRM, Logistics, and Facilities Management, showcasing a holistic understanding of organizational dynamics and operations.

With a diverse professional background and a strong educational foundation, Sören Petsch is known for his decisive leadership, strategic acumen, and ability to drive impactful change across diverse business functions and industries.