ProcureCon Europe Series

AI was, of course, discussed at length at this year’s ProcureCon Europe event. One key concern for us all is losing the human touch. Here, Graham Crawshaw caught up with our very own Megan Smith to tell us what he learned from you, the ProcureCon community, about perhaps the industry’s most critical topic. #ProcureCon #Procurement #AI

Our webinar is tomorrow! 🔔 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗦𝟯𝗗 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 https://lnkd.in/d7bePZEV sign up for free now (𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 #𝟮 𝗯𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝗽𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱)! 🔵 Thursday, October 17, 2024 - 2pm London (UK BST), 3pm Paris (CEST), 9am New York (EDT) The European Parliament has adopted the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, (CS3D or CSDDD), requiring certain business entities and their partners (upstream and downstream) to end or mitigate adverse impacts on human rights and the environment. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆. Join Francesco Bandolin Partner at PwC Italy) and Jarrod McAdoo (Director of Product Marketing at Ivalua) for an insightful webinar where we will delve into the details of CS3D including objectives, scope, and timeline for compliance. Sign up for free to attend 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, or receive the 𝗼𝗻-𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗼 https://lnkd.in/d7bePZEV

🚀 Latest News in Procurement Talent Sourcing - October 2024 As we prepare for ProcureCon Total Talent, addressing the latest trends and challenges in procurement talent sourcing is important. The landscape is shifting rapidly, influenced by technology, regulatory changes, and workforce expectations. 🔗 Find out more in the agenda: https://lnkd.in/eX9NFGtU 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐆𝐚𝐩: The procurement sector faces a significant skills gap, particularly in sustainability and compliance. Organisations are investing more in training and development programmes to equip their teams with the necessary skills to navigate these challenges. This focus on upskilling is crucial as businesses strive to meet both regulatory requirements and market expectations. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬: Companies are increasingly partnering with specialist recruitment firms to streamline the sourcing process. These firms possess a deep understanding of the procurement industry, assisting organisations in finding candidates who have the required skills and fit well within the company culture. This strategic approach can significantly reduce hiring times and enhance candidate quality. 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐒𝐆: With tightening regulations surrounding environmental and social governance (ESG), procurement professionals must be well-versed in compliance issues. Organisations are prioritising candidates who understand these complexities, resulting in an increased demand for training in sustainability practices. 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠: Technology, particularly AI, is becoming more prevalent in procurement talent sourcing. AI tools can assist in identifying the suitable candidates more efficiently by analysing their qualifications and cultural fit, making the hiring process quicker and more effective. These trends highlight the evolving nature of procurement talent sourcing as organisations adapt to meet future challenges. Share your opinions below!

🚀 Speakers Announcement We’re excited to announce an incredible lineup of industry leaders who will be taking the stage on 11-12 February in Berlin to share their expertise and insights on the future of talent procurement and workforce strategy. 🎙️ Hear from: Maarten Hansson, Global Head of Integrated Workforce Management, Novartis  Shannon Swift MCIPS, CCWP, Global Programme Lead - External Workforce, Siemens  Marcel Bischof, Global SCM Tower Lead – Professional Services, Hitachi Energy 👉 Join us in Berlin – secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/eRAc2EbV #ProcureConTotalTalent #Procurement #TalentManagement #ContingentWorkforce #PermanentWorkforce #TotalTalent

🚀 Becoming your Agency’s Client of Choice... Discover how to get to the forefront to gain a competitive advantage for your brands and the entire organisation. 🔗 Full agenda: https://lnkd.in/exAnENBD 🎤 Hear from: Arnaud Thoni, Global Head of Trade Marketing Procurement, The HEINEKEN Company  Mark Le-Good, Head of Category Marketing Procurement, John Lewis Partnership 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Poppy Rosen-Nash, Procurement Lead, Customer, Tech & Creative, ASOS.com Don't miss out on this insightful session and on the opportunity to network with senior marketing procurement leaders! #ProcureConMarketing #ProcureCon #networking #marketing #procurement #PCMConnect

...Just 8 days to go! Enjoy free access to our live webinar 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗦𝟯𝗗 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 https://lnkd.in/d7bePZEV Meet our panellists: 🔵 Francesco Bandolin - Partner at PwC Italy 🔵 Jarrod McAdoo - Director of Product Marketing at Ivalua  🔵 Adam Skinner - Moderator 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗦𝟯𝗗 - Our panel will also discuss the practical impact of CS3D on supply chain management and procurement practices, including how procurement technology can enable an effective transition and expose value levers. 📍 Thursday, October 17, 2024 - 2pm London (UK BST), 3pm Paris (CEST), 9am New York (EDT) All ProcureCon Europe community members can watch it for free. 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗻𝗼𝘄 https://lnkd.in/d7bePZEV #CS3D #procurement #freewebinar #PwC #Ivalua

🔔 Talent Procurement Trends Explore the latest industry trends and discover the key topics that will be covered at ProcureCon Total Talent here: https://lnkd.in/eX9NFGtU 𝐀𝐈 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: AI reshapes procurement professionals' sourcing and securing talent. It optimises talent assessments, speeding up decision-making by automating repetitive tasks like shortlisting candidates and managing interviews. 👉🏼 This allows procurement teams to focus more on strategic partnerships with talent suppliers, ensuring a better fit for project needs. 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲-𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭: There’s a growing shift towards procuring talent based on specific skills rather than qualifications or traditional backgrounds. Procurement leaders increasingly prioritise suppliers who can provide talent with niche skills to meet urgent organisational demands. 👉🏼 Early-career talent, in particular, offers a cost-effective and flexible solution, especially in industries undergoing digital transformations 𝐇𝐲𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: As hybrid work models become more entrenched, procurement teams are also tasked with sourcing talent capable of thriving in remote and in-office settings. 👉🏼 It is essential that external talent suppliers provide workers who adapt well to flexible work environments. Don’t miss the opportunity to engage in dynamic and insightful discussions this February at the conference. Secure your spot today! #ProcureConTotalTalent #Procurement #TalentManagement #ContingentWorkforce #PermanentWorkforce #TotalTalent

🚀 Advisory Board Announcement We’re thrilled to announce the Advisory Board for ProcureCon Marketing Connect! These industry leaders will guide our December event, bringing their expertise to shape impactful discussions and strategic insights. 🎤 Hear from: Brioney M., Global Category Lead – Marketing Agencies, Reckitt Paula O'Reilly, Global Category Senior leader, Marketing Procurement, bp Tracy Allery, Global Category Lead, Marketing Procurement, IBM Craig Butler, Senior Category Manager, Marketing Procurement, Europe, Kellogg Company Philipp Schuster, Agency & Marketing Partnerships Director, Bayer Tina Fegent (FCIPS), Director, Tina Fegent Limited Alice Tomlinson, Manager, Global Marketing Sourcing, WFA Nicholas Louisson, Director of Agency Services, INCORPORATED SOCIETY OF BRITISH ADVERTISERS LIMITED (ISBA) 🔗 Discover more about our speakers on our website: https://lnkd.in/e462Uf6q #ProcureConMarketing #ProcureCon #networking #marketing #procurement #PCMConnect

📣 Please do not miss the following live webinar: 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗦𝟯𝗗 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 https://lnkd.in/d7bePZEV 📍 Thursday, October 17, 2024 - 2pm London (UK BST), 3pm Paris (CEST), 9am New York (EDT) 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗦𝟯𝗗 including objectives, scope, and timeline for compliance, including the following takeaways: ✅Understanding the fundamentals elements of CS3D and its relevance to procurement ✅Integrating CS3D in procurement processes ✅Practical tips for getting started along with industry leading practices ✅Common challenges in adopting CS3D All ProcureCon Europe Series community members can watch it for free. 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗻𝗼𝘄 - https://lnkd.in/d7bePZEV See you there! #CS3D #procurement #freewebinar #PwC #Ivalua

🚀 Speaker Lineup Announcement We are thrilled to announce our incredible speakers, whom you can see on stage during their sessions at ProcureCon Total Talent! 👉🏼 See full list: https://lnkd.in/evPzs45J 🎤 Hear from: Martin Thomas, Head of Total Workforce Strategy, Philips  Sarah Ockendon, Procurement Manager - Retail & Professional Services, John Lewis Partnership Amit Chitanand, Global Head of HR Services and External WF, Unilever These experts will share their latest insights in Berlin along with Europe’s top talent procurement thought leaders. #ProcureConTotalTalent #Procurement #TalentManagement #ContingentWorkforce #PermanentWorkforce #TotalTalent