Procurement Magazine

The Unmissable December Issue of Procurement Magazine is OUT NOW! This month, we spotlight Ninian Wilson, Global Supply Chain Director & CEO of Vodafone Procurement Company, on the cover! Discover the bold strategies shaping Vodafone’s future and transforming global connectivity.  Highlights You Can’t Miss: • Lifetime Achievement: Willem Uijen, Unilever’s CPO, shares 25+ years of sustainability-driven procurement leadership. • SAP’s Jeff Collier unveils cutting-edge strategies to tackle disruptions and reimagine the future. • Yash Chauhan, Global Head of Neo Tangent Limited, leads a supply chain revolution—see his unique approach! • NHS, Royal Mail, Project Management Institute: How DE&I in procurement is driving innovation, sustainability, and resilience. • Waleed AlSaeedi FCIPS, Director of Supply Chain Management at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), explores the evolving GCC procurement landscape. • Top 10 Fastest-Growing Procurement Platforms shaking up the industry with game-changing solutions! Packed with exclusive insights, success stories, and future-shaping strategies, this is the must-read issue of the year for procurement professionals. Don’t wait—dive in now! ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ekWVzWAq #ProcurementExcellence #FutureOfProcurement #Innovation

🚀 Procurement's Year in Stories: April 2024 – A recap of the pivotal moments in procurement transformation! In April, we learned from Shaun Carroll, CPO at Mitie, how digital transformation is reshaping procurement. By embracing tools like Coupa Software, Mitie streamlined 89% of their purchase orders and saved £2m in just six months! 💡 From AI-powered spend management with SAP to procurement automation that eliminated 270,000 emails, the focus is clear: data-driven decisions and sustainable change are the future. 📊 Key Takeaways: • Digital procurement = strategic advantage • Right tools and mindset lead to real impact • Never stop refining for continuous improvement Read more below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eH2ZnuZH #Procurement #DigitalTransformation #AI

Procurement's Year in Stories: March 2024. March brought big moves in procurement with Danone’s Partner for Growth programme, led by Vikram Agarwal, Chief Operating Officer at Danone, focusing on supplier collaboration to unlock sustainable growth. 🌱 Plus, John Donahoe, President & CEO at Nike, celebrated the brand’s achievement of exceeding $1bn in diverse supplier spend two years ahead of schedule! Read more below ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/ewMrPdPN Read how these industry leaders are shaping the future of procurement. #Procurement #Sustainability #Diversity

Did you know we have a dedicated LinkedIn Showcase page for our Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE Events Series? Join the PSC LIVE events community to stay up to date with all the latest updates and announcements directly in your feed. By following, you'll gain access to exclusive content, including event highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, speaker announcements, interviews, and more. 👀 Next year, we're taking PSC LIVE global - virtually and in person. From Singapore and Dubai to London and Chicago, our events will connect the world’s top procurement and supply chain leaders. Follow Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE now and never miss an event! ** PSC LIVE is powered by Procurement Magazine and Supply Chain Digital - sister brands of the award-winning Sustainability LIVE ** ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ #PSCLIVELondon #PSCLIVE #Leadership

How will procurement leaders adapt to 2025’s challenges and opportunities? Jason Powell (Global Head of Procurement, Figma), Nikhil Gaur (Director, Spend Matters), and Mathew Schulz (Founder, Matchat) share insights on AI, risk management, and strategic growth in Zip's 2025 Procurement Predictions. Dive into trends shaping the future: flexibility, AI-driven automation, and simplified processes. Read more: https://ow.ly/mvxy50UuRmL #AI #SupplyChain #FutureOfWork

📊 Unlocking Value with Advanced Spend Analysis 📊 By integrating spend analysis with strategic sourcing, organisations can uncover hidden opportunities, drive cost savings, and enhance supplier relationships. With AI and real-time analytics leading the way, procurement teams are transforming data into smarter, value-driven decisions. How can your organisation leverage these insights for greater efficiency and innovation? Explore the full story and uncover the insights 👉 https://ow.ly/oipW50UsMHX #SpendAnalysis #StrategicSourcing #Procurement

ARtGlass is transforming how we experience history. By blending AR with captivating storytelling, they create immersive, educational tours. From Hegra to Pompeii, their smartglasses bring history to life. Read more: https://ow.ly/1RhH50UlEls #AugmentedReality #CulturalHeritage #Innovation

How can Huawei and Vodafone reshape telecom energy efficiency for a sustainable future? Since 2021, Vodafone's Active Energy Efficiency Programme with Huawei has saved up to 20% energy on cell sites and introduced the groundbreaking ‘0 Bit 0 Watt’ hardware platform. Together, they’ve reduced product carbon emissions by 30% while pioneering solar energy solutions. We find out more from James Chen, President, Huawei Global Carrier Sales. Read more: https://ow.ly/zwMG50UoqfH #EnergyEfficiency #GreenTechnology #Sustainability

How are companies like adidas, Patagonia, and Unilever shaping ethical supply chains? From transparency to community engagement, leaders like Bjørn Gulden (CEO, Adidas), Ryan Gellert (CEO, Patagonia), and Hein Schumacher (CEO, Unilever) are setting benchmarks in fairness and sustainability. Ethical procurement isn't just a trend; it's the future of responsible business. Explore the transformative practices driving social impact across industries. See the list: https://ow.ly/oqQW50Utvwl #EthicalSourcing #SupplyChainInnovation #CorporateResponsibility

How is AB InBev leveraging innovation for a sustainable future? AB InBev's 100+ Accelerator Programme, launched in 2018, has driven sustainable advancements with partners like The Coca-Cola Company, Colgate-Palmolive, and Unilever. Meanwhile, Coupa Software's CEO, Leagh Turner, celebrates US$1bn in annual billings and $30bn in customer savings in 2023. #Sustainability #Innovation #DigitalTransformation