Executive Insights
Executive Insights offers exclusive access to thought leadership from the industry’s most influential procurement professionals. Dive deep into interviews, personal stories, and strategic perspectives from CPOs, VPs, and Heads of Procurement across the globe. These insights provide invaluable lessons on leadership, innovation, and overcoming procurement challenges. Whether it’s navigating digital transformation, building resilient supply chains, or driving sustainable procurement practices, our Executive Insights deliver practical wisdom directly from the top minds in the field. Learn from the best to elevate your own strategies and leadership approach.
Strategic Resilience: Mohamed Abdlattif Osman on Building Smarter Procurement for Tomorrow
With nearly two decades of experience across industrial manufacturing, telecoms, mining, FMCG, and real estate, Mohamed Abdlattif Osman brings a rare blend of regional insight and global strategy to procurement
From Insight to Foresight: Fernando Figiacone on the Strategic Power of Supply Chain Analytics
With over 25 years of experience leading supply chain operations across Latin America and Africa, Fernando Figiacone has witnessed firsthand the shift from reactive to predictive supply chain management. Now
Embedding Purpose into Procurement: Sam Achampong on ESG, Ethics, and Sustainable Leadership
As global expectations rise around ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship, and responsible supply chains, procurement has emerged as a critical lever for delivering meaningful ESG outcomes. Sam Achampong, Regional Director for
Agility with Purpose: Jeanette Hübsch on Redefining Strategic Procurement
As Global Procurement Lead Jeanette Hübsch brings a human-centered, strategic mindset to indirect and marketing procurement. With nearly two decades of experience, she believes procurement’s true power lies in creating
Redefining Procurement Performance: Dr. Pascal Evertz on AI, Metrics, and the Best Value Approach
In an era where data driven decision making is reshaping procurement, Pascal Evertz, CEO and Founder of GoBeyondProcurement along with AI tools like Juriaan.ai, brings a bold and unconventional perspective
Sustainability with Purpose: Kartik Iyer on Embedding Environmental Responsibility into Supply Chain and Procurement
As Vice President and Head of Supply Chain & Procurement at TotalEnergies, Kartik Iyer brings a strategic yet pragmatic lens to sustainable procurement. With decades of leadership across complex global
Beyond Cost: Redefining Supplier Relationships as Strategic Partnerships
Supplier relationship management is no longer just about driving down costs, it’s about enabling innovation, resilience, and long term business value. With deep experience leading procurement across multiple industries and
Procurement with Purpose: Vidya Malkani on Agility, Strategic Alignment, and Creating Long Term Value
In a rapidly shifting global landscape, procurement can no longer operate as a reactive function. For Vidya Malkani, Founder & CEO of VMC Consulting, agility, data driven insight, and proactive
Procurement with Purpose: Ian Robertson on Agility, Resilience, and Strategic Partnerships in a Changing World
As Deputy Director of Procurement at the British High Commission in Pretoria, Ian Robertson brings a grounded, proactive approach to procurement, one shaped by his extensive public sector experience across
Strategic Intelligence and Human Innovation: Samer Haddad on the Future of Data-Driven Procurement
As Procurement Director at Emerson, Samer Haddad brings a powerful combination of analytical precision, digital foresight, and pragmatic leadership to the evolving world of procurement. In this Executive Insight interview,
From Insight to Impact: Angelos Gregoriades on Elevating Procurement Through Data and Analytics
In today’s increasingly complex procurement landscape, data has evolved from a support function into a true strategic enabler. Drawing on his experience leading procurement analytics and operational excellence across multiple
Beyond Compliance: Neslihan Gentilleau on Building Trust, Innovation, and Inclusion in Strategic Procurement
As a senior procurement leader in the pharmaceutical sector, Neslihan Gentilleau brings a structured yet forward-thinking approach to supplier relationship management. With a focus on trust, long-term collaboration, and performance
Leading Through Complexity: Sebastian Chua on Procurement, Innovation, and Resilience
With a career spanning global technology giants, public healthcare, and procurement leadership at the highest levels, Sebastian Chua has built a reputation as a transformative force in procurement and supply
Strengthening Cybersecurity in Procurement: A Conversation with Nadeem Arif
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity in procurement is more critical than ever. As supply chains become more interconnected, the risks associated with cyber threats continue to grow. Ensuring that sensitive
Agility in Procurement: Navigating Challenges with Alice Kwek, Director, Global Procurement & Operations Support of Pan Pacific Hotels Group
In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, procurement agility is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. For Alice Kwek, Director, Global Procurement & Operations Support at Pan Pacific Hotels Group, navigating supply
Agility in Action: An Executive Insight with Bassem Salama, Director of Procurement at Americana Foods
In this exclusive interview, Bassem Salama, Director of Procurement at Americana Foods, shares his journey and insights into how procurement agility plays a critical role in overcoming supply chain challenges.
Building Resilience and Agility in Mega Event Procurement: Khalid Alothman on Leading Procurement at FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
With extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, Khalid Alothman, currently working at Qiddiya, is at the forefront of driving procurement transformation for one of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious
Building a Culture of Innovation in Procurement: Maria Villablanca on Empowering Teams for Transformation
As the CEO and Founder of Villablanca Consulting, Maria Villablanca has been a driving force behind transforming procurement into a more strategic, agile, and innovative function. With a deep passion
Building Resilience Through Strategic Supplier Relationships: Dojo Esquivel on Procurement and Supply Chain Excellence at Club Assist (part of AMS Group)
With extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management, Dojo Esquivel, General Manager of Procurement & Supply Chain at Club Assist, plays a critical role in shaping the company’s approach
Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience: A Strategic Approach to Procurement with Mohamed Fouad
In an era where global supply chains face unprecedented challenges, Mohamed Fouad, International expert in logistics and supply chain management, is at the forefront of implementing resilient and agile procurement
Transformational Leadership, Strategy, and Risk & Supplier Management: Sheri Spinks’ Approach to Supply Chain Excellence
Sheri Spinks is a transformational leader with over two decades of experience in global supply chain, strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier diversity. With deep expertise across industries including manufacturing, CPG,
A Strategic Leader in Supply Chain: Rahul Vaswan on Efficiency, Effectiveness and Empathy
Rahul Vaswan is a seasoned professional with over 14 years of experience in the Indian Air Force, where he honed his expertise in optimising supply chain processes and public procurement.
Driving Procurement Excellence and Strategic Partnerships: Insights from Lyvio Frimat, Global Senior Director of Procurement Strategy & Partnership Excellence at Opella (Sanofi CHC)
Lyvio Frimat, is currently Global Senior Director of Procurement Strategy & Partnership Excellence at Opella (Sanofi CHC) and has built an impressive career at the intersection of business transformation, Operations
Building Strong Supplier Relationships and Driving Innovation: Insights from Daniyar Zhantilessov, Head of Procurement at Exness
Daniyar Zhantilessov is an expert in procurement with over 14 years of experience, gained through a variety of roles across multiple industries and markets. His career includes significant tenures at
Driving Procurement Transformation: Insights from Adel Al Jneibi, Head of Procurement at the Central Bank of the UAE
Adel Abdulla Al Jneibi is a dynamic procurement leader with a wealth of experience spanning government, healthcare, aviation, and nuclear energy sectors. Currently serving as the Head of Procurement at
Empowering Procurement: Matt Wilkinson on Agility, Strategy, and Innovation
With over 25 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, Matt Wilkinson has navigated the complexities of both public and private sectors, demonstrating a remarkable ability to adapt procurement