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Leadership, Trust and the Future of Supplier Collaboration with Shawn Brown
Success in business—whether leading teams or working with suppliers—comes down to trust, collaboration, and the ability to adapt. In this conversation, Shawn Brown, an experienced CEO and strategic advisor, joins Supplier Day CEO Caitlyn Lewis to discuss how leaders can build high-performing teams, strengthen supplier relationships, and embrace technology to future-proof their businesses. Shawn’s insights are a must-read for procurement leaders, CEOs, and anyone looking to transform how they work with internal teams and external partners.
Leadership, Trust and the Future of Supplier Collaboration with Shawn Brown
Success in business—whether leading teams or working with suppliers—comes down to trust, collaboration, and the ability to adapt. In this conversation, Shawn Brown, an experienced CEO and strategic advisor, joins Supplier Day CEO Caitlyn Lewis to discuss how leaders can build high-performing teams, strengthen supplier relationships, and embrace technology to future-proof their businesses. Shawn’s insights are a must-read for procurement leaders, CEOs, and anyone looking to transform how they work with internal teams and external partners.
Procurement as a Competitive Advantage: Insights from Pete McMorris
Procurement isn’t just about managing costs—it’s about creating competitive advantage, building resilience, and fostering supplier relationships that drive innovation. In this interview, Pete McMorris, a procurement leader with deep experience across industries, joins Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, to discuss the evolution of procurement and why the future belongs to teams that think strategically. Pete shares insights from his diverse career, from running factories to leading supplier partnerships, and explains how procurement can move beyond contracts and cost-cutting to deliver long-term business value. From building trust with suppliers to ensuring organisations are resilient against disruptions, this interview is packed with insights for procurement professionals looking to make a real impact.
Procurement as a Competitive Advantage: Insights from Pete McMorris
Procurement isn’t just about managing costs—it’s about creating competitive advantage, building resilience, and fostering supplier relationships that drive innovation. In this interview, Pete McMorris, a procurement leader with deep experience across industries, joins Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, to discuss the evolution of procurement and why the future belongs to teams that think strategically. Pete shares insights from his diverse career, from running factories to leading supplier partnerships, and explains how procurement can move beyond contracts and cost-cutting to deliver long-term business value. From building trust with suppliers to ensuring organisations are resilient against disruptions, this interview is packed with insights for procurement professionals looking to make a real impact.
Procurement’s Next Evolution: AI, Supplier Relationships & the Future of Buying
Procurement is evolving fast—from transactional purchasing to strategic value creation. In this interview, Malik Akhtar, VP, Head of Procurement Consumer Health Product Supply at Bayer, joins Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, to discuss how procurement teams can embrace AI, digitalisation, and supplier collaboration to drive real impact. Malik shares how his career took an unexpected turn from chemical engineering to procurement, the key lessons he’s learned about supplier relationships, and why procurement must move beyond cost-cutting to become a true business enabler. From the challenges of implementing AI-driven supplier management to the reality of being a ‘Customer of Choice,’ Malik provides invaluable insights for procurement professionals looking to stay ahead.
Procurement’s Next Evolution: AI, Supplier Relationships & the Future of Buying
Procurement is evolving fast—from transactional purchasing to strategic value creation. In this interview, Malik Akhtar, VP, Head of Procurement Consumer Health Product Supply at Bayer, joins Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, to discuss how procurement teams can embrace AI, digitalisation, and supplier collaboration to drive real impact. Malik shares how his career took an unexpected turn from chemical engineering to procurement, the key lessons he’s learned about supplier relationships, and why procurement must move beyond cost-cutting to become a true business enabler. From the challenges of implementing AI-driven supplier management to the reality of being a ‘Customer of Choice,’ Malik provides invaluable insights for procurement professionals looking to stay ahead.
From Cost-Cutting to Creativity: Rethinking Procurement with Andrea Sordi, SVP at dsm-firmenich
Procurement is no longer just about cost savings—it’s about creativity, strategic alliances, and shaping the future of business. In this insightful conversation, Andrea Sordi, SVP, Head of Global Procurement Indirect, Packaging & Energy at dsm-firmenich, joins Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, to discuss how procurement must evolve. Andrea shares how he unexpectedly found his way into procurement, why resilience and problem-solving are core to the function, and the emerging trends reshaping supplier relationships. From AI and digitisation to the power of collaboration over competition, this interview is packed with insights for procurement professionals looking to drive real impact.
From Cost-Cutting to Creativity: Rethinking Procurement with Andrea Sordi, SVP at dsm-firmenich
Procurement is no longer just about cost savings—it’s about creativity, strategic alliances, and shaping the future of business. In this insightful conversation, Andrea Sordi, SVP, Head of Global Procurement Indirect, Packaging & Energy at dsm-firmenich, joins Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, to discuss how procurement must evolve. Andrea shares how he unexpectedly found his way into procurement, why resilience and problem-solving are core to the function, and the emerging trends reshaping supplier relationships. From AI and digitisation to the power of collaboration over competition, this interview is packed with insights for procurement professionals looking to drive real impact.
Procurement’s Next Frontier: Innovation, Impact, and Supplier Collaboration with Alex Tarmo
What does the future of procurement look like? Alex Tarmo, procurement leader and Supplier Day Advisory Board member, shares her journey—from driving supplier diversity at Unilever to leading innovation and sustainability initiatives at Kenvue. In this conversation with Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, Alex unpacks the biggest trends shaping procurement today, the power of supplier partnerships, and how organisations can build resilience in an unpredictable world. Join us as we explore how procurement teams can move beyond transactional relationships to unlock real strategic value.
Procurement’s Next Frontier: Innovation, Impact, and Supplier Collaboration with Alex Tarmo
What does the future of procurement look like? Alex Tarmo, procurement leader and Supplier Day Advisory Board member, shares her journey—from driving supplier diversity at Unilever to leading innovation and sustainability initiatives at Kenvue. In this conversation with Caitlyn Lewis, CEO of Supplier Day, Alex unpacks the biggest trends shaping procurement today, the power of supplier partnerships, and how organisations can build resilience in an unpredictable world. Join us as we explore how procurement teams can move beyond transactional relationships to unlock real strategic value.
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What is Supplier Relationship Management?
In today’s fast-paced business world, the relationship between companies and their suppliers is more crucial than ever. That’s where Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) comes in. SRM is a strategic framework that goes beyond managing day-to-day transactions; it’s about building long-term partnerships that drive innovation, performance, and growth.
What is Supplier Relationship Management?
In today’s fast-paced business world, the relationship between companies and their suppliers is more crucial than ever. That’s where Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) comes in. SRM is a strategic framework that goes beyond managing day-to-day transactions; it’s about building long-term partnerships that drive innovation, performance, and growth.
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Building a resilient and ethical supply chain
For procurement teams, achieving supplier sustainability is a top priority, particularly when tackling Scope 3 emissions—those generated by suppliers. These emissions often represent the largest portion of an organisation’s carbon footprint, making it critical to gather accurate data, engage suppliers, and offer targeted support to those who need help in meeting sustainability standards.
Building a resilient and ethical supply chain
For procurement teams, achieving supplier sustainability is a top priority, particularly when tackling Scope 3 emissions—those generated by suppliers. These emissions often represent the largest portion of an organisation’s carbon footprint, making it critical to gather accurate data, engage suppliers, and offer targeted support to those who need help in meeting sustainability standards.
Creating Great Event Agendas: Elevate Your Supplier Events
At Supplier Day, we understand that a great agenda can elevate your supplier event from ordinary to extraordinary. Here's how to design an agenda that captivates and drives meaningful engagement, ensuring your suppliers are not just participants but active collaborators in your journey.
Creating Great Event Agendas: Elevate Your Supplier Events
At Supplier Day, we understand that a great agenda can elevate your supplier event from ordinary to extraordinary. Here's how to design an agenda that captivates and drives meaningful engagement, ensuring your suppliers are not just participants but active collaborators in your journey.
Reaching Customer of Choice Status
Becoming a Customer of Choice strengthens supplier relationships, driving innovation and long-term growth. By fostering trust and prioritising collaboration, organisations unlock exclusive opportunities for enhanced services and strategic advantage. Learn how Supplier Day helps organisations achieve this status through events that deepen supplier partnerships.
Reaching Customer of Choice Status
Becoming a Customer of Choice strengthens supplier relationships, driving innovation and long-term growth. By fostering trust and prioritising collaboration, organisations unlock exclusive opportunities for enhanced services and strategic advantage. Learn how Supplier Day helps organisations achieve this status through events that deepen supplier partnerships.
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The power of in-person events: 3 reasons they are worth the investment
In-person events remain a powerful tool for creating genuine connections, showcasing top suppliers, and delivering meaningful, actionable content. Learn how strategic supplier events can elevate your business in 2024 by fostering trust and collaboration.
The power of in-person events: 3 reasons they are worth the investment
In-person events remain a powerful tool for creating genuine connections, showcasing top suppliers, and delivering meaningful, actionable content. Learn how strategic supplier events can elevate your business in 2024 by fostering trust and collaboration.
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10 Ways to Maximise Value Through Strategic Engagement
Supplier summits, when done right, can unlock innovation and strengthen relationships. By integrating them into broader SEI strategies, fostering trust, and focusing on shared goals, organisations can turn these events into collaborative, innovation-driven platforms.
10 Ways to Maximise Value Through Strategic Engagement
Supplier summits, when done right, can unlock innovation and strengthen relationships. By integrating them into broader SEI strategies, fostering trust, and focusing on shared goals, organisations can turn these events into collaborative, innovation-driven platforms.
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