Thina Wallin

Thina Wallin is the Vice President of Procurement and Supply Chain at Schneider Electric, a role she has held since January 2022. Based in Singapore, she brings over 12 years of extensive experience in procurement, focusing on areas such as procure-to-pay (P2P), process governance, and strategic procurement. Wallin is recognized for her leadership in building high-performing and diverse teams within the procurement sector.123

Professional Background

Before joining Schneider Electric, Wallin had a significant career at Vestas, where she progressed through various roles, including:

• Head of Regional Procurement - ASP: Responsible for direct, construction, and service procurement across the Asia Pacific region.
• Procurement Director - Shared Service Center: Led initiatives to offshore P2P activities and developed a high-performing team.
• Senior Manager - Global Sourcing: Involved in the implementation of SAP across the procurement function and establishing governance processes.12

Education

Thina Wallin holds a Master of Science in International Business/Trade/Commerce from the University of Gothenburg and another Master’s degree from La Trobe University in International Management and Marketing.23

Recognition

Wallin has been acknowledged as one of the top women in procurement within the Asia-Pacific region, reflecting her significant contributions to the field and her leadership at Schneider Electric.23 She emphasizes the importance of strong supplier relationships as a cornerstone for creating a competitive supply chain.13