Paula Varner is a senior procurement leader with more than 20 years of experience leading global strategic sourcing, procurement operational governance, and large-scale integration initiatives. As a Director on Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Global Indirect Procurement team, she oversees Commercial Business Services covering more than $600 million in annual spend across Marketing, Travel, Card, and Fleet programs, delivering consistent cost savings, enhanced compliance, and improved stakeholder experience. Paula has been recognized for her ability to build strong teams, negotiate complex supplier partnerships, and align procurement strategy with broader business goals. She is a Certified Purchasing Manager and an advocate for supplier diversity, sustainability, and technology-enabled innovation in procurement.