The LEGO Group
Vice President Operations
Dow
Global Road & Intermodal Director
MEYLE AG
Vice President Supply Chain Management
Tupperware Brands
Head of EMEA Supply Chain Planning
dsm-firmenich
Global Alliances Procurement Director
Statkraft AS
Head of Procurement Wind Offshore
Huawei
Procurement Leader
The topic focuses on the evolving role of procurement departments in organizations. Traditionally, procurement has been seen primarily as a function focused on cost reduction and supplier negotiations. However, in today's rapidly changing business environment, procurement is taking on a more strategic role that contributes to the overall value creation within the organization. The shift from cost-cutting to value creation in procurement represents a fundamental change in how procurement teams contribute to organizational success.