panel discussion sessions
Procurement Transformation
Building Resilience and Sustainability at Scale
Date: 24th September 2026
As procurement teams move beyond experimentation, AI is beginning to deliver measurable value across sourcing, supplier management, spend visibility, and decision-making. This discussion brings together procurement leaders who are actively deploying AI to share practical insights, implementation experiences, and lessons learned.
Introduction:
Procurement is evolving beyond cost management to become a critical driver of resilience, sustainability, and long-term business value. As organizations face increasing supply chain volatility, regulatory pressures, and ESG expectations, procurement leaders must balance competing priorities while delivering measurable results. Join senior procurement executives, supply chain leaders, and industry experts for a two-part virtual panel series exploring how organizations are building resilient supply chains and embedding sustainability into procurement strategies at scale.
Duration: 60 Minutes
Building Resilient Supply Chains Through Smarter Procurement
Explore how procurement leaders are improving visibility, mitigating risks, and creating stronger supplier networks to ensure business continuity and long-term resilience.
Date: 24th September 2026 12:00 BST / 13:00 CEST
Key Topics
- Strengthening supplier risk management
- Improving supply chain visibility and transparency
- Diversification and supplier resilience strategies
- Leveraging technology for proactive decision-making
- Building agility in procurement operations
Overview of Panel Discussion
Supply chain disruptions have become a constant challenge for organizations across industries. Procurement leaders are under increasing pressure to secure supply, manage risk, and maintain operational continuity while driving efficiency and value. This panel discussion will bring together procurement and supply chain experts to discuss practical approaches for strengthening resilience, enhancing supplier collaboration, and creating procurement strategies that can withstand uncertainty.
Discussion Topics
How Procurement is Driving Supply Chain Resilience
- Supplier risk identification and mitigation
- Building resilient supplier ecosystems
- Multi-sourcing and diversification strategies
- Enhancing supply chain visibility
- Scenario planning and business continuity
Preparing for Future Disruptions
- Leveraging digital procurement technologies
- Real-time data and predictive insights
- Strengthening supplier collaboration
- Balancing cost optimization with resilience
- Building agile procurement operating models
Agenda
- Welcome & Introduction
- Moderated Panel Discussion
- Audience Q&A
- Closing Remarks
Duration: 60 Minutes
Sustainable Procurement: Balancing ESG, Cost and Compliance
Sustainability is no longer a separate initiative—it has become a core procurement priority. Procurement leaders must balance environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives while maintaining cost competitiveness, ensuring compliance, and delivering business value. Join industry leaders as they discuss how organizations are embedding sustainability into procurement strategies and supplier management programs without compromising operational performance. Learn how procurement organizations are integrating ESG goals into sourcing and supplier decisions while effectively managing costs, regulatory requirements, and business expectations.
Date: 24th September 2026 14:00 BST/ 15:00 CEST
Key Topics
- Embedding ESG into procurement strategies
- Sustainable supplier selection and evaluation
- Regulatory compliance and reporting requirements
- Managing cost pressures while advancing sustainability goals
- Measuring and tracking ESG performance
Overview of Panel Discussion
As sustainability expectations continue to rise from regulators, investors, customers, and employees, procurement teams play a pivotal role in driving ESG outcomes across the supply base. However, balancing sustainability objectives with cost pressures, compliance obligations, and operational realities remains a significant challenge. This discussion will explore how leading organizations are developing sustainable procurement programs that create measurable business value while supporting broader ESG commitments.
Discussion Topics
Embedding Sustainability into Procurement Decisions
- ESG criteria in sourcing and supplier selection
- Sustainable supplier engagement strategies
- Scope 3 emissions and supply chain transparency
- Responsible sourcing and ethical procurement
- Measuring supplier sustainability performance
Balancing ESG, Cost and Compliance
- Navigating evolving sustainability regulations
- Managing costs while advancing ESG goals
- Supplier compliance and reporting requirements
- Building internal stakeholder alignment
- Creating long-term sustainable procurement roadmaps
Agenda
- Welcome & Introduction
- Moderated Panel Discussion
- Audience Q&A
- Closing Remarks
Who Should Attend
This summit is designed for decision-makers, influencers, and practitioners who want to push procurement’s boundaries:
- Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs)
- Procurement Directors
- Heads of Procurement
- Procurement Transformation Leaders
- Procurement Excellence Leaders
- Strategic Sourcing Leaders
Speakers, Panelists, and Moderators
Christine Reith
Senior Director Supplier Life Cycle Management & Procurement Excellence Innomotics GmbH
Maria Kiriushkina
International Procurement Leader
Rasa Roufi
Co Founder Mithra AI
Dario Kulic
Executive Advisor Operating Model Architect, Human-Centered Efficiency
Hanna Maria Pradera
Global Procurement Director Binders at Trinseo
Michael Schnerring
Procurement Advisor & Interim Manager
Prashant Karadage
Director – Aftermarket Procurement Transformation, Cummins Inc.
Kai Nowosel
CPO and Global Head of Real Estate The Adecco Group
Devi Kencki
Chairman Sourcing the Nederlands & KLM Strategic Source Advisor
Gopal Chaudhary
Global Director, Procurement, ZF Group
Alexandra Martinez
Senior Procurement Manager Strategy & Processes, RWE
THIBAUT WEBER
Global Procurement Director, GoodYear
Andreas Schulz
CPO Helvetia, Switzerland
Martin Schulze
CEO , BlueBox Systems
Sascha Ceylan
Head of Sustainability, Risk & Compliance | Procurement , Evonik
Leonardo Lucatorto
Finance Expert at Spendesk
Stefan Dierks
Sustainability Expert
Hanno Höhn
Chief Performance Officer of the MANN+HUMMEL Group and Managing Director of MANN+HUMMEL German
Anatoly Kibakin
STADA Arzneimittel AG Procurement Technology Expert
Mathias Wengeler
Chief Business Officer 1GLOBAL
Sponsorship Opportunities
Connect with senior procurement decision-makers evaluating AI, automation, and digital procurement solutions.
Past Sponsors
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The Venue
Leonardo Royal Frankfurt
Address: Mailänder Str. 1, 60598 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Testimonials
Dear Procuretech Leaders Summit team, This event was awesome. A BIG THANK YOU to Pia Kleiber for the professional moderation of the panel, to Henk Talpaert, Kai Dittberner and Vibhor Miglani for the good exchange on stage, about Procurement's ESG Journey and, and to the whole TechSommet team for the good organization!
Sales Manager at SupplyOn (Silver Sponsor)
"This event exceeded all expectations. The organization was impeccable, the participants brought incredible energy and insight, and every session delivered genuine value. I walked away inspired and enriched. I'm already looking forward to contributing to the next one!"
Diplom-Wirtschaftsingenieur, Prokurist I CPO
"The Right People, The Right Experience"
"I left this event feeling genuinely energized and inspired. The organization was seamless, and what really stood out was the quality of attendees – thoughtful, engaged professionals who made every conversation worthwhile. A truly well-curated experience."
CPO at Tata Steel Europe
"Meaningful Connections, Diverse Perspectives"
"The format of this event was brilliant – it created genuine opportunities to connect and engage in substantive conversations. I had the privilege of speaking with procurement leaders from incredibly diverse sectors, each bringing unique insights and perspectives. Being part of the panel discussion with such a fantastic group of professionals was an added highlight. This is networking done right."
Head of Selas Procurement at Linde Engineering
"Great Connections, Real Opportunities"
"This was a well-executed event that delivered exactly what matters most – meaningful interactions. I had excellent conversations with prospects that have real potential, and the overall experience was highly valuable. I'm definitely looking forward to more events like this."
