Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast
The Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast delivers industry-leading insights and trends to propel your organisation’s procurement strategy forward. Hosted by Richard McIntosh and Mike Jansen, Partners at H&Z, and Senior Advisor Martina Buchhauser, this show is the go-to resource for every CPO looking to up their game.
Join Richard, Martina and Mike as they sit down with industry leaders and experts to uncover the latest trends and insights in procurement, from exploring the transformative power of technology, data, digitisation and AI, to unraveling the complexities of leadership, competencies and talent management. Discover strategies for cost reduction and value creation, gain a deeper understanding of the impact of inflation, the economy, and geopolitics, and learn how to build resilient supply chains while effectively managing risks. We also delve into the crucial topics of ESG and the circular economy, exploring their implications for procurement leaders.
Tune in to the Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast to unlock the knowledge and expertise you need to stay at the cutting-edge of the industry and drive meaningful change within your organisation.
Episodes
25 episodes
Ep. 25 - Why Negotiation Alone No Longer Drives Procurement Value - with Mario Meyer
The biggest procurement myth? That better negotiations automatically create better results.Host Mike Jansen speaks with
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Ep. 24 – Striking the Balance Between AI Hesitation and Hype in Procurement – with Salvatore Lombardo
Avoiding the “AI stamp" trap in Procurement starts with one mindset shift: orchestrate AI, don’t just adopt it.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with
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Ep. 23 – How Private Equity Redefines Procurement Value – with Will Harman
In private equity, the smartest procurement move isn’t scaling spend. It's scaling insight.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with
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Ep. 22 - Beyond ‘Your Wish Is My Command’: Elevating Procurement to a Strategic Partner - with Niels Walberg
If Procurement is still a ‘your wish is my command’ function at your company, you’re leaving value on the table.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with
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Ep. 21 – Building Procurement Resilience in a Volatile, Digital Age – with Kai Dittberner
Digitalisation succeeds when people lead the change, not just the tools.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with ...
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Ep. 20 - Driving Procurement Excellence through Digitalisation at Scale - with Karl Poulsen
Procurement transformation isn't just about systems. It's about scale, culture, and strategy.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with
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Ep. 19 - Beyond Processes: Why People and Leadership Define Supply Chain Impact - with Barbara Stolle-Amedick
When you relish the hard problems, courage, culture and vision turn challenges into the spark of business success.In this episode, host Martina Buchhauser speaks with
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Ep. 18 - Continuous Reinvention: Navigating Volatility in Procurement Leadership - with Gaël De Martelaere
Navigating a volatile world with a calm mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a drive for continuous reinvention—that's what true procurement leadership is all about.In this episode, host
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Ep. 17 - Staying the Course: Leading Procurement Through Crisis with Clarity and Courage - with Dieter Dehoorne
What if the secret to resilient procurement leadership starts with daring to be vulnerable?In this episode, host Martina Buchhauser speaks with Dieter Dehoorne, Group Senior Vice President and CPO of Global Procurement at Vestas, about ...
Ep. 16 - Splitting Efficiency from Strategy: A Bold Model for Modern Procurement - with Demetrios Kappos
Procurement doesn’t need a rebrand. It needs structure, speed, and people who take ownership.In this episode, host Mike Jansen sits down with
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Ep. 15 - Beyond the RFQ: Building a Purpose-Driven Procurement Function - with Gao Kwintmeyer
If five purchase orders go wrong, suddenly everyone’s looking at procurement.That’s the reality Ottobock CPO Gao Kwintmeyer knows well—and it’s why he’s spent his career...
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Ep. 14 - Orchestrate or Stagnate: Rethinking Procurement for Business Impact - with Alexander Pilsl
How do you turn a clunky ERP-based procurement process into a driver of >10% savings?In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with
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Ep. 13 - Procurement Business Partnering: Driving Value Beyond Cost at Diebold Nixdorf - with Milind Tailor
What happens when procurement evolves from being transaction-focused to becoming a true business partner? Find out in this episode.Host Richard McIntosh speaks with
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Ep. 12 - Towards 2030: Practical Governance Strategies for Procurement Success at Bosch - with Dr. Thomas Schulte
At Bosch, governance significantly contributes to business success, and actively supports purchasing teams by integrating compliance and functional excellence.Martina Buchhauser<...
Ep. 11- From Static to Strategic: The Evolution of Category Management in Modern Procurement - with Detlef Schultz
Is your procurement strategy stuck in the past? Discover how to transform category management and drive real strategic impact.In this episode, Richard McIntosh speaks with
Ep. 10 - Redefining Procurement: Circular Value Chains and the Power of Secondary Materials - with Matthias Ballweg
Ready to embrace sustainable procurement? Discover how circular value chains and secondary materials can revolutionise your supply chain.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh ...
Ep. 9 - Driving Procurement Success through Anchored Strategies and Ambitious Targets - with Lovisa Söderholm
Combining ambitious goals and solid strategies is where procurement 'magic' happens.Join host Martina Buchhauser as she talks to
Ep. 8 - The Procurement Leader's Dilemma: Short-Term Wins vs. Long-Term Value - with Thomas Janvier
Unlock the secrets to achieving immediate gains and sustainable value in procurement.In this episode, our host Martina Buchhauser sits down with
Ep. 7 - Empowering Procurement in Carve-Outs: Strategies for Managing Suppliers and Teams - with Paolo Lepore
Navigating a carve-out? Get an insider’s view on the procurement strategies that can help you achieve a seamless transition.In this episode, we delve into the complexities of procurement in corporate carve-outs with
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Ep. 6 - The Procurement Pathfinder: Five Megatrends Shaping the Future - with Laurin Zemmrich
Explore the future of procurement! Discover how five key megatrends are defining the industry's next chapter and how you can future-proof your procurement strategy.In this episode, host
Ep. 5 - CPO Mindset 101: Purpose, Kindness, Pre-emptive Action, and Learning from Failure with Neil Marsons
In the highly pressurised world of procurement and supply chain, it's easy to lose sight of the things that matter: kindness, humility, and the odd 'Thank you' here and there.In this episode, we welcome
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Ep. 4 - Procurement Excellence Through Effective Risk Management: Strategies from National Grid's Paul Howard
Proactive risk management can transform procurement into a strategic powerhouse.Find out how, in this insightful episode with Paul Howard, Interim Director of Global Indirect Procuremen...
Ep. 3 - Transforming Procurement: Roche’s blueprint for enabling next-generation procurement with Marielle Beyer
How is one of the world's leading healthcare companies reshaping the procurement landscape? By leading with innovation and focusing on what truly matters: the patient.In this episode,
Ep. 2 - The CPO Leadership Agenda: Exploring Challenges, Solutions, and Evolutions in Procurement in 2024
With the new year already in full swing, boardrooms are abuzz with pertinent questions, existing geopolitical disputes continue while new ones emerge, and new technologies rapidly enter the market. There's never been a more challenging, yet opp...
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