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Talent Talks Podcast
The Talent Talks Podcast provides regular insights and guidance to procurement and supply chain professionals. Host, Martin Smith interviews CPO's within large corporations and brands in the UK such as John Lewis, Mars, Babcock International, Managing Directors of procurement specialist companies including as Procurement Excellence and Embedded IT as well as thought-leaders and authors from the sector. Martin Smith, founder of Talent Drive is a specialist procurement and supply chain recruiter. He uses his network and expertise to provide insightful, thought provoking discussions, as well as providing tips on building your own career in the industry. The podcast is just one area of #projectprocurement; Martin's network of like-minded procurement professionals including webinars, content and events. Register your email to find out about our next meet-up and get involved: https://bit.ly/talenttalksmailinglist We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast, and do please reach out if you'd like to be a guest; martin@talentdrive.co.uk. All links and references at https://talentdrive.co.uk/
Talent Talks Podcast
Listening in Leadership: How to Build Trust in Procurement, with Jonathan Wharfe
On this episode of the Talent Talks Podcast, Martin talks to Jonathan Wharfe, Director of Procurement and Commercial Operations at Transport for London.
Jonathan shares insights from his extensive career in procurement. He emphasises the importance of building communities, listening to stakeholders and fostering a culture of trust and collaboration.
Jonathan discusses the evolution of procurement practices, the impact of AI and the need to address geopolitical challenges.
He also highlights the significance of talent management and the necessity of changing the narrative around procurement to attract new talent.
Takeaways
· Listening is crucial for building trust in teams.
· Culture should be developed collaboratively with teams.
· Dyslexia can be a unique advantage in problem-solving.
· AI will enhance procurement processes and decision-making.
· Procurement must adapt to geopolitical challenges.
· The narrative around procurement needs to be improved.
· Mentorship plays a vital role in career development.
Chapters
00:00 Building Communities in Procurement
02:53 The Importance of Listening
06:12 Cultural Transformation
08:56 Career Transitions and Mentorship
12:12 The Evolution of Procurement Practices
14:56 AI
17:48 Geopolitical Challenges in Procurement
21:08 Talent in Procurement
24:01 Changing the Narrative
26:48 Advice for Aspiring CPOs
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