Date: 21 May 2026
Venue: Leonardo Royal Frankfurt, Germany
Virtual Executive Summit
Procurement
Outlook 2027
What Procurement Leaders Need to Prioritize Next
Date: 21st January 2027
Introduction:
As procurement enters a new era shaped by AI, geopolitical uncertainty, sustainability requirements, and increasing pressure to deliver business value, leaders must rethink priorities for the year ahead. Join Chief Procurement Officers, procurement transformation leaders, and industry experts as they explore the trends, risks, technologies, and strategies expected to shape procurement in 2027.
EVENT OVERVIEW
Procurement leaders are entering 2027 facing unprecedented opportunities and challenges. Artificial intelligence is transforming sourcing and supplier management. Supply chains remain exposed to geopolitical uncertainty and economic disruption. Regulatory requirements continue to evolve. At the same time, procurement teams are expected to deliver greater efficiency, resilience, sustainability, and strategic value. Procurement Outlook 2027 brings together senior procurement executives and industry experts to share perspectives on what lies ahead and how organizations can prepare for the next phase of procurement transformation.
Why Attend
- Future Procurement Trends
- AI & Automation Outlook
- Supplier Risk Forecasts
- Sustainability & Compliance Priorities
- CPO Predictions for 2027
- Interactive Executive Discussions
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Procurement Leadership
- Chief Procurement Officers
- Heads of Procurement
- Procurement Directors
- Strategic Sourcing Leaders
- Procurement Excellence Leaders
Digital & Transformation
- Procurement Transformation Leaders
- Digital Procurement Leaders
- Procurement Technology Leaders
Supply Chain & Risk
- Supplier Risk Leaders
- Supply Chain Executives
- Sustainability & ESG Leaders
KEY THEMES
- Procurement Priorities for 2027
- AI & Autonomous Procurement
- Supplier Risk & Resilience
- Geopolitical Challenges
- Sustainability & ESG
- Procurement Operating Models
- Talent & Skills Development
- Technology Investment Priorities
DETAILED AGENDA
As procurement enters a new era shaped by AI, geopolitical uncertainty, sustainability requirements, and increasing pressure to deliver business value,
13:00 – 13:10 GMT
Opening Remarks
Welcome and event overview.
Session 1
13:10 – 13:45 GMT
The State of Procurement
A look at the key trends, challenges, and priorities shaping procurement today and what leaders should expect moving into 2027.
Discussion Areas
- Economic outlook
- Procurement maturity trends
- Cost management priorities
- Talent challenges
- Procurement's evolving role
Session 2
13:45 – 14:20 GMT
Future of AI in Procurement
AI adoption is accelerating across procurement. This session explores the technologies, use cases, and capabilities expected to drive the next wave of transformation.
Discussion Areas
- Agentic AI
- Autonomous sourcing
- Supplier intelligence
- Generative AI use cases
- Human-AI collaboration
14:20 – 14:30 GMT
Networking Break
Virtual networking and sponsor engagement.
Session 3
14:20 – 14:30 GMT
Managing Global Supplier Risk
Procurement leaders discuss how organizations are preparing for geopolitical uncertainty, supplier disruptions, and emerging supply chain risks.
Discussion Areas
- Geopolitical developments
- Supplier monitoring
- Risk visibility
- Resilience planning
- Future disruptions
Session 4
15:05 – 15:40 GMT
Sustainability and Compliance Outlook
Understanding how ESG expectations, regulatory requirements, and sustainability goals will impact procurement strategies in 2027.
Discussion Areas
- CSRD
- ESG reporting
- Sustainable sourcing
- Supplier engagement
- Future regulations
15:40 – 15:50 GMT
Networking Break
Session 5
15:50 – 16:40 GMT
CPO Predictions Panel
What Will Define Procurement Success in 2027?
A panel of leading procurement executives share their predictions, priorities, and advice for procurement organizations preparing for the year ahead.
Discussion Areas
- Top priorities for 2027
- Technology investments
- AI adoption expectations
- Risk outlook
- Procurement talent and skills
- Biggest opportunities ahead
16:40 – 16:45 GMT
Closing Remarks
Key takeaways and next steps.
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
Connect With Procurement Decision Makers Preparing for 2027
Engage senior procurement leaders evaluating technology investments, transformation initiatives, risk management strategies, and sustainability programs.
Sponsorship Opportunities
- Thought Leadership Sessions
- Executive Panels
- Virtual Networking
- Brand Visibility
- Lead Generation