CIPS Futures | The Procurement and Supply Chain Podcast
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Conversations that matter for procurement and supply chain professionals. CIPS Futures, the official podcast from the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, explores the forces that are shaping the future of the profession with global experts who will make you think differently.
Whether you're a chief procurement officer, category buyer or supply chain manager, the profession is stepping into the spotlight at a time of profound change. Join us every month to access fresh perspectives, step inside strategic minds and hear from global leaders you won't hear anywhere else. Expect actionable advise as we cover the big topics - from managing supply chain risk and the impact of AI, to sustainable sourcing and the future skillsets you'll need to succeed - all with a practical lens.
If you're passionate about the future of procurement and supply, CIPS Futures is here to keep you inspired and informed.
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Episodios 42
Don't panic! Preparing for El Niño
What exactly is El Niño? Why is this year different? Is it a force majeure event? And how will it affect supply chains? Your questions answered by our expert panel. In this special emergency response episode …
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What exactly is El Niño? Why is this year different? Is it a force majeure event? And how will it affect supply chains? Your questions answered by our expert panel.
In this special emergency response episode, we're joined by UK Met Office Fellow Dr Nick Dunstone and supply chain expert, Professor Mike Lewis. Plus, PepsiCo's Anthony Viljoen offers a practical insight into what he's seeing on the ground in South Africa. And Laura Ayre from international law firm Pinsent Masons answers whether your force majeure clause will stand up to El Niño.
Laura, Mike, Anthony and Nick joined us for a CIPS emergency webinar hosted at the end of October. We wrapped up the best bits for this special CIPS Futures podcast episode to help you better understand the phenomenon and get ahead of what the climatic weather event means for global procurement and supply chain professionals.
Further reading
- Watch the full webinar over on the CIPS Youtube channel
- Explore more advice and guidance on El Niño on the CIPS Situation Room page
- Read: Get ahead of El Niño with advice from CIPS Futurist Graham Norris
Speaker information
- Laura Ayre, Partner, Pinsent Masons
- Dr Nick Dunstone, UK Met Office Fellow
- Professor Michael Lewis, Professor of Operations and Supply Management, University of Bristol Business School & CIPS Global Board Trustee
- Anthony Viljoen, Senior Agronomy Executive, PepsiCo South Africa
Corruption in the digital age: how to ask the difficult questions to prevent it
Corruption in procurement is changing. It is no longer simply a buyer taking a bribe from a supplier. Nor does it exist only in certain geographies or industries. As global supply networks become more complex …
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Corruption in procurement is changing. It is no longer simply a buyer taking a bribe from a supplier. Nor does it exist only in certain geographies or industries. As global supply networks become more complex, risks are becoming harder to spot, from hidden beneficial ownership and inflated intermediary fees to manipulated e-auctions, tailored specifications and AI-generated documentation designed to look legitimate.
We’re joined by Sope Williams, Distinguished Visiting Professor in Government Contracts Law at George Washington University and CIPS Global Head of Sustainability Maxfield Weiss, to explore why corruption remains a persistent challenge in modern supply chains. And what procurement professionals can do about it.
We discuss why traditional compliance programmes often fail to change behaviour, how technology can both expose and enable misconduct, and why digital literacy is now a core procurement competency. The conversation also examines the importance of asking difficult questions early, strengthening transparency across supply chains, and ensuring that subcontractors and their suppliers can be trusted.
Plus, why leaders must "walk the talk" and give their teams genuine authority to challenge corrupt practices.Further reading:
- Learn more about the CIPS Ethics test - free for CIPS members!
- The CIPS Corporate Code of Ethics
- Contribute to The Great Conversation
- Find out more about Sope Williams, our guest for the episode
How Tony’s Chocolonely is tackling exploitation in cocoa supply chains
Starting life as a “stunt” to end exploitation in cocoa farming, Tony’s Chocolonely has rapidly become a distinctive brand on European and US chocolate supermarket shelves. Yet the reason the company exists …
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Starting life as a “stunt” to end exploitation in cocoa farming, Tony’s Chocolonely has rapidly become a distinctive brand on European and US chocolate supermarket shelves. Yet the reason the company exists hasn’t changed. “We’re an impact company that makes chocolate,” chief impact officer Pascal Baltussen tells us on part 2 of our CIPS Foundation special on child labour.
How does Tony’s address child labour in cocoa farming in practice? Pascal talks us through the company’s five sourcing principles – and why all of them must be done in a united impact model, consistently, to bring about real systemic change.
Plus: why do so many companies get lost in their journey to tackling human rights issues? Pascal's message: listen to the people affected and face the issues in your supply chain with honesty and clarity.
Further reading:
- Learn more about the CIPS Foundation
- Find out how Tony's Chocolonely are tackling exploitation in the cocoa industry
Tackling child labour in cocoa supply chains
How does procurement tackle child labour in supply chains? It's estimated that 1.56 million children are in forced labour in cocoa-growing regions of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, with significant implications for …
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How does procurement tackle child labour in supply chains? It's estimated that 1.56 million children are in forced labour in cocoa-growing regions of Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, with significant implications for children’s health, education and wellbeing. In the first of a two-part series, CIPS Foundation lead Emma Scott speaks with ActionAid programme officer, Afram Kwame, about the work being done by the charity in West Africa to address the problem – work that is being supported by CIPS Foundation funding.
Afram provides an important perspective about the drivers behind the alarming rise in child labour in cocoa supply chains. And we hear how ActionAid is actively addressing the problem in line with Ghana’s National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights – from training community-based groups and cocoa farmers, to awareness and engagement campaigns targeting parents, leaders and schools.
Hear from Afram about how CIPS members are directly contributing towards tackling child labour via funding from the CIPS Foundation.
Further reading:
- Learn more about the CIPS Foundation
- Read: How the CIPS Foundation is supporting ActionAid
- Find out more about the projects ActionAid is delivering in Ghana
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Dr Elouise Epstein on why AI changes everything - but won't take your job
In this episode, we talk to one of procurement's great thinkers, Dr Elouise Epstein, futurist, author and partner at Kearney. In a fascinating conversation with CIPS global CEO Ben Farrell and governance …
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In this episode, we talk to one of procurement's great thinkers, Dr Elouise Epstein, futurist, author and partner at Kearney. In a fascinating conversation with CIPS global CEO Ben Farrell and governance director Kate Tomlinson, she discusses: why AI will change everything but won't take your job; why we should watch how private equity deploys procurement; supply chains as national security assets; and the importance of telling great stories.
Plus, we reveal how CIPS and Elouise will be working together to take procurement professionals to a new level of AI expertise.
Related links...
- CIPS has partnered with Dr Elouise Epstein to help procurement professionals tackle AI - find out more about the partnership and future training opportunities
- What are your views on the impact AI will have on the profession? Contribute to The Great Conversation
- Find out more about Dr Elouise Epstein
- CIPS is here to support you with your professional development. Check out our upcoming AI skills training courses
Mike Soutar on "three storms of change" reshaping procurement (and everything else)
The AI revolution, shifting geopolitical alliances, and a new generation in the workforce. Mike Soutar, author of Next Gen CEO and star from the BBC’s The Apprentice describes these as "the three storms". What …
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The AI revolution, shifting geopolitical alliances, and a new generation in the workforce. Mike Soutar, author of Next Gen CEO and star from the BBC’s The Apprentice describes these as "the three storms". What does this mean for the next generation of leaders? Mike has 60 lessons, but here are just two: it's a leader's job to maintain momentum; and people don't follow pessimists.
Plus, why procurement and supply chain professionals are in a unique position to lead organisations in an uncertain, fast-moving world.
From creating space for constructive dissent to building culture in remote organisations, this revealing conversation with CIPS CEO Ben Farrell is a fascinating insight into the future of leadership.
This episode is sponsored by Vantify, the vantage point for connected compliance. You can find out more about them at Vantify.com
Related links...
- Where to buy: Mike Soutar's new book, Next Gen CEO
- What are your views on future leadership traits? Contribute to The Great Conversation
- Check out the GitLab Handbook mentioned by Mike
- Leadership training: Book your place on the CIPS behavioural leadership training course
Confronting nature loss and climate change: why it’s a procurement problem
At a point where biodiversity loss is higher now than at any other time in human history, the World Wide Fund for Nature's (WWF) New Zealand CEO Kayla Kingdon-Bebb has an urgent message for procurement: every …
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At a point where biodiversity loss is higher now than at any other time in human history, the World Wide Fund for Nature's (WWF) New Zealand CEO Kayla Kingdon-Bebb has an urgent message for procurement: every sourcing decision you make is a chance to shift the needle.
The picture is stark. Wildlife populations are in sharp decline, while nature loss and climate change are amplifying each other. The consequences are playing out before our eyes. For procurement and supply chain professionals, this is an economic risk as much as it is an environmental one. Economies are heavily dependent on nature – its destruction creates new risk exposure.
But it’s not all doom and gloom, assures Kayla. Sustainable procurement practices are a critical part of the solution to protecting nature and improving business resilience. This is “procurement’s moment” concluded CIPS’ global head of sustainability, Maxfield Weiss.
Plus: why the whales should offer us hope...
Related links...
- Join The Great Conversation - share your perspectives with CIPS on the future of the profession
- Find out more about WWF New Zealand and the global WWF mission
- Useful CIPS resources for sustainable procurement
- Connect with CIPS Global Head of Sustainability, Maxfield Weiss
Chokepoints, supply webs and risk concentration: is your organisation resilient enough?
As CIPS launches The Great Conversation – a world-wide dialogue about the future of the profession – we talk to David Shillingford, a leading investor in supply chain innovation. His message to procurement and …
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As CIPS launches The Great Conversation – a world-wide dialogue about the future of the profession – we talk to David Shillingford, a leading investor in supply chain innovation. His message to procurement and supply chain professionals: extreme complexity is here to stay.
Also on the agenda: why procurement professionals must learn cross-functional scenario planning; where your hidden vulnerabilities lie; why conflict zones are everywhere; and the most important company you've never heard of.
Related links:
- Join The Great Conversation - share your perspectives on the future of the profession
- Visit the CIPS Situation Room - get more advice and insight on how current events are affecting procurement and supply professionals
- Watch the CIPS Webinar assessing the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict
- Follow David Shillingford for more insight
Managing supply chain challenges: insights from NHS Supply Chain
A critical supplier goes into administration. There are only eight weeks of stock left, yet it will take nine months to switch to a new supplier. What would you do? In this episode, we hear how the NHS Supply …
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A critical supplier goes into administration. There are only eight weeks of stock left, yet it will take nine months to switch to a new supplier. What would you do? In this episode, we hear how the NHS Supply Chain's head of supply chain resilience, Tom Brailsford, and his team responded to ensure hospitals and healthcare providers never ran out of the stock they needed after an essential hand hygiene supplier went bust.
Brailsford also explains how the NHS Supply Chain have transitioned to a sophisticated resilience model to ensure that 600,000 healthcare products and services a year make it to the frontline of patient care. Plus, we uncover the "cliff-edge" risks keeping healthcare procurement professionals up at night and how a UK cross-government initiative is helping to map multi-tier supplier risk.Further reading:
From back office to boardroom: why supply chain leadership is now business critical
We're joined by Nick Nanos, chief supply chain officer and SVP of wholesale at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), an organisation on the frontline of navigating tariffs, labour disruption and complex …
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We're joined by Nick Nanos, chief supply chain officer and SVP of wholesale at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), an organisation on the frontline of navigating tariffs, labour disruption and complex global logistics. Hear how his team is spearheading change and innovation in practice to become the strategic lever the crown agency now relies on to respond to challenges and consistently deliver value.
Nick reflects on the qualities required of procurement and supply chain leaders amidst today's volatility. And, as a member and advocate for both the National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL) and CIPS, the role he feels professional bodies play in developing those skills.Related links:
- Discover more about the National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL)
- Find out how you can achieve NISCL-CSCL and MCIPS dual designation and what it can do for you
- About the Liquor Control Board of Ontario
"Play the game in front of you": steering through trade and commodity price turbulence – without a rulebook
Are we witnessing a "rupture" of the rules-based international order? How have tariffs and geopolitical events played out on the ground? And what does this all mean for procurement and supply chain …
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Are we witnessing a "rupture" of the rules-based international order? How have tariffs and geopolitical events played out on the ground? And what does this all mean for procurement and supply chain professionals? CIPS global economist Dr John Glen and Fastmarkets commodities expert Ross Yeo make sense of all the noise.
Related links
- CIPS Pulse results Q4 2025: Procurement professionals sound the alarm for sustained consumer price increases in 2026
- Find out more about commodity-pricing experts Fastmarkets, a CIPS Official Knowledge Partner
- Read Canadian Prime Minister's Mark Carney's full speech at Davos
Modern slavery: a survivor's story
Modern slavery survivor Moe Turaga shares his personal story of forced labour in the Australian horticulture sector. Moe offers a rare and vital insight into this complex crime as part of his mission to place …
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Modern slavery survivor Moe Turaga shares his personal story of forced labour in the Australian horticulture sector. Moe offers a rare and vital insight into this complex crime as part of his mission to place people with lived experience at the centre of the global response to modern slavery.
His message for procurement and supply professionals is clear: you hold the leverage to make a real difference in the fight against human exploitation in supply chains. His advice? Ask uncomfortable questions, look deeper into your suppliers and partner with expert remediation services when you do encounter potential victims.Further reading
- Find out more about modern slavery support services Domus 8.7 and Unseen
- Read more about the work the CIPS Foundation does
A time of change: why co-innovation and resilience will define procurement success
Departing CIPS Chair Alison Barto on horizon scanning, co-innovation with suppliers and why procurement's role is now about bringing the outside world in. Plus, the remarkable sense of belonging that CIPS …
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Departing CIPS Chair Alison Barto on horizon scanning, co-innovation with suppliers and why procurement's role is now about bringing the outside world in. Plus, the remarkable sense of belonging that CIPS members enjoy as part of a global community.
Alison also shares her proudest achievement as CIPS' Chair and the biggest changes she's made during her tenure.Related links
CIPS Foundation tackles modern slavery: the five hundred billion dollar crime in your supply chain
An estimated 28 million people are employed in forced labour in supply chains. Procurement professionals are on the frontline of this global crime - one estimated to be worth half a trillion dollars. It is a …
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An estimated 28 million people are employed in forced labour in supply chains. Procurement professionals are on the frontline of this global crime - one estimated to be worth half a trillion dollars. It is a challenge the CIPS Foundation is working with UK-based modern slavery charity Unseen to tackle head on by providing funding to turn data from its Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline into actionable insights for procurement professionals.
In this CIPS Foundation special we lift the lid on an issue that exposes organisations to significant financial, legal and reputational risks - where "plausible deniability" is no longer an option and fundamental human rights are at stake. Andrew Wallis OBE, CEO of Unseen, and Sodexo's Madeline Fitton MCIPS, founder and chair of the BSA Modern Slavery Council, share what progress has been made 10 years on from the UK's landmark Modern Slavery Act.
We uncover the scale of the challenge facing procurement, address why effective legislation must be designed as a "spiky carrot", and provide essential advice on how to identify and respond to modern slavery in your own supply chain.
Further reading:
- Learn more about the CIPS Foundation
- Read: How the CIPS Foundation is supporting Unseen
- Watch: CIPS Foundation & Unseen tackling modern slavery together
- Find out more about Unseen and the Modern Slavery & Exploitation Helpline
Navigating supplier disputes, part 3: dispute intelligence with AI
Is AI the answer to resolving disputes with your suppliers? Yes... and no - as we find out in the final instalment of this mini-series. While the human input and experience of professionals remains critical to …
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Is AI the answer to resolving disputes with your suppliers? Yes... and no - as we find out in the final instalment of this mini-series. While the human input and experience of professionals remains critical to forging and maintaining supplier relationships that keep businesses running, we explore where AI is reshaping procurement roles when it comes to negotiation, contract management and resolving conflict.
Hear from resolutiion's Fayola-Maria Jack and Katarzyna Hewelt on how AI is reducing costs caused by disputes by up to a third, and making contract management faster and more accurate at identifying risks - removing future sources of conflict at source. Acting as a co-pilot, AI gives procurement the time to focus on the strategy and relationships that drive true value for their organisations, explain our guests.
Additional reading:
- Download: CIPS & resolutiion Breaking the Deadlock report
- Read: CIPS Intelligence hub - supplier relationship management
- Watch: Leveraging AI to improve conflict management in procurement
- Read: Interview with resolutiion CEO, Fayola Maria-Jack on how AI is benefitting procurement and supply
This podcast mini-series is brought to you by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), in partnership with resolutiion.
Navigating supplier disputes, part 2: mastering resolution skills
Part two of the CIPS Futures navigating supplier disputes mini-series puts conflict resolution skills and capabilities in the spotlight. We're once more joined by CIPS trainer, Kurt Warren, as he reveals the …
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Part two of the CIPS Futures navigating supplier disputes mini-series puts conflict resolution skills and capabilities in the spotlight. We're once more joined by CIPS trainer, Kurt Warren, as he reveals the foundational strategies that procurement and supply professionals must hone to better manage commercial conflict. Realignment of responsibilities and expectations, understanding your "walk away point" and a strong grasp of accurate data are all critical, he advises.
Plus, how do you spot the signs of a dispute early? Fayola-Maria Jack, CEO and founder of resolutiion and experienced dispute negotiator reveals the key indicators to watch out for.
Additional reading:
- Download: CIPS & resolutiion Breaking the Deadlock report
- Read: CIPS Intelligence hub - supplier relationship management
- Watch: Leveraging AI to improve conflict management in procurement
- Read: Interview with resolutiion CEO, Fayola Maria-Jack on how AI is benefitting procurement and supply
This podcast mini-series is brought to you by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), in partnership with resolutiion.
Navigating supplier disputes, part 1: the anatomy of disputes
Commercial conflicts are increasing, taking longer to resolve and costing more. And it is procurement and supply professionals on the frontline of supplier disputes. Listen to part one of this CIPS Futures …
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Commercial conflicts are increasing, taking longer to resolve and costing more. And it is procurement and supply professionals on the frontline of supplier disputes. Listen to part one of this CIPS Futures mini-series where we delve into this critical challenge facing the profession. We unravel the common causes behind supplier disputes and ask whether this is a result of bad practices, or simply an inevitability of complex commercial contracts...
CIPS fellow and experienced global trainer in conflict management and negotiation, Kurt Warren, joins us for the first episode of this three-part series, alongside Joanna Ingram, chief revenue officer at resolutiion. Both guests underline the evolving role procurement practitioners are playing in conflict management and why effective resolution helps professionals demonstrate true value to their organisations.
Additional reading:
- Download: CIPS & resolutiion Breaking the Deadlock report
- Read: CIPS Intelligence hub - supplier relationship management
- Watch: Leveraging AI to improve conflict management in procurement
This podcast mini-series is brought to you by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS), in partnership with resolutiion.
Think like a futurist: how to make decisions with certainty
How do you bridge the gap between today's urgent requests and your long-term, strategic goals? What tools and strategies can you use to plan and lead change better? And why is the simple act of writing things …
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How do you bridge the gap between today's urgent requests and your long-term, strategic goals? What tools and strategies can you use to plan and lead change better? And why is the simple act of writing things down the best habit to learn to become more confident in your decision making? Procurement futurist and leadership keynote speaker Dr Graham Norris is our guest for this episode. He offers practical and plain-speaking answers to those challenging questions.
A guru in organisational psychology, Norris shares how practical strategies like 'backcasting' and 'mental time travel' can help procurement and supply professionals unlock their inner strategists, even amidst a backdrop of uncertainty.Further reading:
Professionalising procurement, part 3: a career of choice
The third episode of the Professionalising Procurement series, brought to you by the CIPS ANZ team, features quickfire interviews from public-sector practitioners from across Australia and New Zealand. Head of …
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The third episode of the Professionalising Procurement series, brought to you by the CIPS ANZ team, features quickfire interviews from public-sector practitioners from across Australia and New Zealand. Head of Procurement at ABC, Sarah Collins, shares a candid story of why procurement should always be in the room, while Emma Morrow, Manager Commissioning for Outcomes at New Zealand's Department of Corrections, offers a fascinating insight into an ongoing procurement process that focuses on engaging and collaborating with Māori communities for better outcomes. Finally, Gareth Williams gives a passionate pitch to the opportunities the profession gives people and why procurement should find you - rather than the other way round. Why wouldn't you want to get paid to spend someone else's money...?
We ask each guest what makes procurement such an exciting career choice; the influence professionals have to drive positive change; and the lessons they've learned from mistakes they've made.
Further reading:
- Cool heads in the storm: CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply 2025, supported by GEP
- CIPS ANZ regional hub
- Make CIPS your career companion - become a member
Have you seen the new and improved CIPS Professional Register? The directory shares the professional status of procurement and supply chain practitioners around the world, and you can now personalise your profile with specialisms and expertise.
Pursuing profit responsibly: how to protect human rights in global supply chains
What do businesses owe to faraway workers who make their products? That's the question put by Professor Michael Posner from the NYU Stern School of Business in his new book, Conscience Incorporated: Pursue …
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What do businesses owe to faraway workers who make their products? That's the question put by Professor Michael Posner from the NYU Stern School of Business in his new book, Conscience Incorporated: Pursue Profits While Protecting Human Rights. Posner is a world expert in human rights with extensive experience as a human rights lawyer, State Department official under the Obama administration and chair of the Fair Labor Association. He offers a unique perspective on what we can learn from the significant progress the apparel sector has made, the complexities of the solar panel industry, and why human rights should be a business priority alongside performance and revenue. Plus, the evolving risks to human rights coming from the AI space.
His message to procurement and supply professionals facing these issues on the frontline is clear: you must find ways of meaningfully delivering on the promises companies are making.
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Professionalising procurement, part 2: raising the bar for all
In our second episode of the CIPS Futures podcast mini-series brought to you by the CIPS ANZ team, we talk to Jane Wagner and Samir El-Sabagh, both procurement professionals from the Australian Government …
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In our second episode of the CIPS Futures podcast mini-series brought to you by the CIPS ANZ team, we talk to Jane Wagner and Samir El-Sabagh, both procurement professionals from the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Aged Care. As a former CIPS Leader of the Year, Jane explains what procurement can learn from the finance profession in following a maturity path to develop capability and ensure that the value of highly qualified procurement and contract management professionals is recognised in strategic roles.
And we get under the skin of how professional qualifications translate to being better at your job. Samir shares his journey to becoming CIPS qualified, why it's opened new doors in his career and offers candid examples of how he's delivered improved outcomes for the Australian public sector as a direct result of embarking on a learning pathway.
Further reading:
- About the Australian Public Service Commission's Procurement and Contract Management Profession
- CIPS ANZ regional hub
- Make CIPS your career companion - become a member
Have you seen the new and improved CIPS Professional Register? The directory shares the professional status of procurement and supply chain practitioners around the world, and you can now personalise your profile with specialisms and expertise.
Professionalising procurement, part 1: recognition as a value driver
In this CIPS Futures podcast mini-series brought to you by the CIPS ANZ team, CIPS Australia & New Zealand general manager Charlotte Payne hosts Julia Pickworth and Richard Windeyer, co-heads of the Australian …
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In this CIPS Futures podcast mini-series brought to you by the CIPS ANZ team, CIPS Australia & New Zealand general manager Charlotte Payne hosts Julia Pickworth and Richard Windeyer, co-heads of the Australian Public Service Commission's Procurement and Contract Management (PCM) Profession, launched in 2024. What is the PCM Profession and why now? How will the initiative drive capability to accelerate the professionalisation of the workforce? And what is Julia and Richard's vision for the future of Australian procurement and contract management professionals?
Plus, ever thought of buying submarines and robots? Public sector procurement might be the place for you...
Further reading:
- About the Australian Public Service Commission's Procurement and Contract Management Profession
- CIPS welcomes the announcement of Procurement and Contract Management as a professional stream
- CIPS ANZ regional hub
- Make CIPS your career companion - become a member
Have you seen the new and improved CIPS Professional Register? The directory shares the professional status of procurement and supply chain practitioners around the world, and you can now personalise your profile with specialisms and expertise.
Trump's tariffs, global trade and what all this means for procurement and supply
"This is VUCA on steroids." The Trump administration's constantly-changing US tariffs are wreaking havoc on the markets – and on procurement professionals' planning. To find out what it means and how you can …
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"This is VUCA on steroids." The Trump administration's constantly-changing US tariffs are wreaking havoc on the markets – and on procurement professionals' planning. To find out what it means and how you can mitigate the risks, we speak to CIPS global economist, Dr John Glen.
Could the turmoil forge fresh connections between the UK and EU post Brexit? Will we see opportunities in emerging markets in Africa and South America? John explains the fundamentals of tariffs and answers your burning questions in this special edition of the podcast.Further reading:
- Join the discussion thread on the CIPS Community platform
- Dr John Glen's analysis of the CIPS Pulse Q1 2025 results
- Watch Dr John Glen speaking to international media outlets about supply chain disruptions
- CBS article: "Walmart, Target CEOs privately warned Trump tariffs could lead to empty shelves soon"
CIPS resources and events:
Get to know your CEO: what's next for CIPS and the profession
CIPS CEO Ben Farrell reflects on his first 100 days in the role. After connecting with the global CIPS community across the world, Ben unveils his exciting vision for the future of CIPS and the wider …
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CIPS CEO Ben Farrell reflects on his first 100 days in the role. After connecting with the global CIPS community across the world, Ben unveils his exciting vision for the future of CIPS and the wider profession. His message: today's procurement and supply professionals are tomorrow's business leaders.
Plus, hear Ben's thoughts on the transformational impact AI is having on procurement; the role CIPS must play in amplifying global best practice; and leadership lessons from his time serving in the British army and leading John Lewis' pandemic response.Further reading:
Overcome imposter syndrome and be curious to free your potential
To celebrate International Women's Day 2025, we hear from two inspiring female procurement leaders. Lauren Feery, group procurement director of global packaging company DS Smith, shares why curiosity and …
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To celebrate International Women's Day 2025, we hear from two inspiring female procurement leaders. Lauren Feery, group procurement director of global packaging company DS Smith, shares why curiosity and speaking up are valuable tools in your career arsenal.
Plus, you might have more in common with David Bowie than you think… Executive coach, CIPS trustee and ex-procurement and sustainability leader Juliet Sotnick reveals the common signs of imposter syndrome and offers five ways to overcome it.
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Unlocking procurement superpowers: how diverse skills and inclusive practices can drive team success
Findings from the CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Guide 2024, supported by Hays, showed hiring procurement and supply talent remains a critical challenge globally. So, how can you think differently to recruit …
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Findings from the CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Guide 2024, supported by Hays, showed hiring procurement and supply talent remains a critical challenge globally. So, how can you think differently to recruit and develop a well-rounded and capable team?
Dave Jones, Head of Procurement – IT & Digital, Virgin Media & O2; and Dan Robertson, Global MD, Fairer Consulting, discuss the positive impact an inclusive culture has for recruitment, retention and talent development. Plus, why diverse skills and perspectives set your procurement function apart to drive future success.
The CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Survey 2025 is now live! Share your views on inclusive practices and other important areas to contribute to this year's findings. Just follow the link below:
To find out more about the 2024 findings at the CIPS Salary Guide hub, use the Salary Calculator, or explore the findings on ED&I in procurement and supply, follow the links below:
Procurement's great enabler: unlocking potential with AI and digital technology
How do you build capacity within your procurement function to deliver the value now expected? Sebastien Bals, CPO at Merck Group, reveals how his team is using digital solutions and AI at scale to create new …
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How do you build capacity within your procurement function to deliver the value now expected? Sebastien Bals, CPO at Merck Group, reveals how his team is using digital solutions and AI at scale to create new ways of working, enable process orchestration and meet the pharmaceutical and technology giant's wider sustainability goals.
Further reading:
- CIPS Sustainable Procurement Pioneers - 30 innovators shaping the future of sustainable procurement
- CIPS AI in Procurement and Supply Report - How automation will change your career and the function, supported by Posterity Global
Procurement Act, part 4: opening up public sector procurement
Good procurement is not just about initial cost, but also about whole life value. The Procurement Act has been designed to transform procurement and create engaging, competitive and open marketplaces, says the …
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Good procurement is not just about initial cost, but also about whole life value. The Procurement Act has been designed to transform procurement and create engaging, competitive and open marketplaces, says the UK's Cabinet Office. Rebecca Rees and Alan Heron explore the mechanisms that have been put in place to enable practitioners to create more competition and flexibility in their procurement processes. Will new skills be required of practitioners to take full advantage of the opportunities?
Plus, hear Rebecca and Alan's final thoughts on the expected impact of the Procurement Act 2023 once it goes live in February 2025.
Further reading:
- An Essential Guide to the Procurement Act 2023, from Procurement Hub
- Procurement Act guidance documents from the Cabinet Office
- What is Public Sector Procurement?
- Procurement Hub
This mini-series is brought to you by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) in partnership with the Procurement Hub, part of Places for People.
Procurement Act, part 3: building a culture of integrity
With around £300 billion a year spent on public sector procurement each year, professionalism and integrity are essential characteristics of good procurement officers. How is this being addressed in the new …
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With around £300 billion a year spent on public sector procurement each year, professionalism and integrity are essential characteristics of good procurement officers. How is this being addressed in the new Procurement Act? Will the new regulations drive further use of framework providers? And, how will the debarment list of suppliers work in practice?
Rebecca Rees and Alan Heron help unravel these very questions for you on episode three of the CIPS Preparing for the Procurement Act podcast series.
Further reading:
- An Essential Guide to the Procurement Act 2023, from Procurement Hub
- Procurement Act guidance documents from the Cabinet Office
- What is Public Sector Procurement?
- Procurement Hub
This mini-series is brought to you by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) in partnership with the Procurement Hub, part of Places for People.
Procurement Act, part 2: the requirement for transparency
Transparency is 'hard baked' throughout the Procurement Act, but what does this mean in practice? Episode two of the CIPS Preparing for the Procurement Act series focuses on the new notice requirements, the …
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Transparency is 'hard baked' throughout the Procurement Act, but what does this mean in practice? Episode two of the CIPS Preparing for the Procurement Act series focuses on the new notice requirements, the resulting practical implications for contracting authorities and how you can prepare for the changes.
Rebecca Rees, partner and head of public procurement at Trowers & Hamlins joins the Procurement Hub's Alan Heron to provide you with an expert perspective.
Further reading:
- An Essential Guide to the Procurement Act 2023, from Procurement Hub
- Procurement Act guidance documents from the Cabinet Office
- What is Public Sector Procurement?
- Procurement Hub
This mini-series is brought to you by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) in partnership with the Procurement Hub, part of Places for People.
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