Thomas McAllister

Thomas is Principal Procurement Specialist for Standard Products and Supply Chain Innovation within Scottish Water's Procurement and Supply Chain Transformation team. In this role, he leads strategic initiatives to develop, procure, and manage standardised, repeatable solutions that deliver sustainable value for Scottish Water, its customers, and its supply chain partners. By driving consistency, efficiency, and commercial effectiveness, Thomas helps ensure that technical and operational requirements are met while supporting long-term organisational objectives. A strong advocate for innovation, Thomas plays a key role in identifying and developing opportunities that address current and future industry challenges. Working collaboratively across Scottish Water and its supply chain, he helps evaluate, implement, and scale innovative solutions that enhance performance, resilience, and value creation. His work directly supports Scottish Water's strategic ambitions, including Great Value and Financial Sustainability, Service Excellence, and Beyond Net Zero, all with a focus on delivering benefits for customers and contributing to a Flourishing Scotland. With over 20 years' experience across the water sector, spanning both Scottish Water and its supply chain, Thomas brings a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges faced throughout the industry. His career has encompassed a diverse range of disciplines, including procurement, framework management, technical specification and support, renewable energy business development, and supply chain strategy. This breadth of experience, combined with his passion for collaboration and continuous improvement, makes him a recognised advocate for innovation and partnership across the water industry.