MIRIAM QUATTRONE
SUPPLIER DIVERSITY
MIRIAM QUATTRONE
TITLE : DIRECTOR OF IMS PROCUREMENT REGIONS
COMPANY : PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL
INDUSTRY : MANUFACTURING
Miriam is a dynamic leader driving procurement transformation with a focus on productivity , sustainability and impact . Known for her collaborative approach , she brings extensive global experience and expertise , having joined PMI in 2002 .
Similarly , Miriam Quattrone , Director of IMS Procurement Regions at PMI , emphasised the importance of long-term inclusion strategies : “ Corporate strategies should support the entire employee lifecycle , from hiring to the end of their careers .”
PMI , which employs around 82,700 people , is also part of The Valuable 500 , a global initiative focused on disability inclusion . Recognising that 15 % of the world ’ s population has a disability , they created the PMI Able Employee Resource Group to foster allyship and understanding .
However , it ’ s not just about hiring , but career development .
“ We need the right metrics to measure progress ,” Miriam explained . “ We need to be fair in how we evaluate performance and equip women with the right development programmes . Women in leadership also have a role in mentoring others and fostering diversity .”
Rebecca added : “ Representation matters . When younger women see leaders who look like them , it inspires them to believe they can reach those heights . It ’ s about breaking down invisible barriers and creating a pathway for others to follow .”
The same can be said for neurodiversity , as many young people entering the industry have no mentors with autism or ADHD , for example , to look up to . It is for this reason that Royal Mail has implemented a dedicated Diversity Council which works alongside business and union representatives to embed inclusion into everyday practice .
96 March 2025