Kevin Horner serves as the Procurement Operations Leader at Laing O'Rourke, a leading multinational construction and engineering company headquartered in Dartford, England. In this role, he is instrumental in shaping and implementing procurement strategies that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Kevin Horner is an advocate for standardised supplier prequalification processes and procedures. He emphasises the importance of aligning ethical and competency procurement practices Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), Common Assessment Standard (CAS), and Safety Scheme In Procurement (SSIP), ensuring that Laing O'Rourke's supply chain maintains high levels of compliance and safety. His leadership has been pivotal in integrating these standards into the company's procurement operations, thereby enhancing efficiency and reducing administrative burdens for both the company and its suppliers. Beyond his responsibilities at Laing O'Rourke, Horner contributes to the broader construction industry through his role as a board member of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP). In this capacity, he supports the development and promotion of health and safety standards across the supply chain, advocating for consistent assessment criteria and risk management practices. His involvement with SSIP underscores his commitment to fostering a culture of safety and compliance within the construction sector. Through his strategic leadership and dedication to industry best practices, Kevin Horner plays a critical role in advancing procurement operations at Laing O'Rourke and promoting excellence within the construction industry's supply chain management.