Mark Pirie
Senior Vice President of Purchasing & Supplier Management, Asia Pacific
Schaeffler
Mark Pirie is Senior Vice President of Purchasing & Supplier Management for Schaeffler Asia Pacific, where he leads procurement and supplier strategy across one of the world's leading automotive and industrial technology companies.
Mark's career journey is a testament to the power of continuous learning and personal growth. Starting his career as an engineer and quality professional, he spent years developing hands-on expertise in manufacturing, quality, and operations before progressing into senior leadership roles in supply chain, sustainability, and procurement.
Along the way, he complemented his practical experience with a Bachelor and Master of Science in Executive Management from Ashridge Executive Education and Hult International Business School, as well as studies in Sustainable Business Strategy through Harvard Business School.
Today, with more than three decades of international experience, Mark is recognized for reshaping supply chains and building resilient supplier networks across Asia Pacific, developing high-performing teams, and fostering strategic partnerships that drive both business success and sustainable growth. His leadership philosophy is simple: empower people, embrace change, and never stop learning.