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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 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 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 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.

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.

How do you get real, tangible value from your suppliers? Discover why companies need to shift from transactional interactions to strategic partnerships for long-term impact.

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.