Many of the challenges facing procurement and supply professionals today are complex, multi-faceted, and unpredictable. Nevertheless, procurement is expected to adapt and drive change – so how do you practically do so?
This recent webinar explored three critical areas. Expert speakers navigated the complexities of the geopolitical and economic landscape, the evolution of procurement tech, and the sustainability agenda as we move into 2025.
Speakers shared actionable tips you can implement to mitigate risks, leverage technology and drive the ESG agenda in your organisation and the wider supply chain.
What were the take aways from this webinar?
- Understand how ‘big picture’ topics impact procurement
- Uncertainty in geopolitics, tariffs, and new economic headwinds: Developing agile risk mitigation plans and controlling the controllable
- Navigating the tech landscape: How you can practically take advantage of the technology available to procurement and supply professionals, today
- Driving change in ESG: Why profit vs sustainability aren't mutually exclusive and why procurement must demonstrate leadership
Register to watch this webinar on demand and learn practical, actionable strategies for success in navigating the challenges and opportunities in 2025.
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Mark started out his career at major financial institutions Barclays Bank and Royal Bank of Canada where he qualified as a chartered accountant. From there he progressed to senior finance roles in the construction industry, most recently being at Grafton Group PLC for nearly a decade where he witnessed first-hand the strategic value of rebates. Becoming an expert in the world of rebates has led him to being quoted by Harvard Business Review and to his role at Enable as a Director & Evangelist. There he is responsible for helping businesses use rebates as a strategy to drive growth and trust between trading partners.
Keith Wright is a seasoned entrepreneur and commercial leader with 30+ years expertise in the building industry. Renowned for his strategic approach, he has saved millions of pounds throughout his career as a procurement expert. With an unwavering focus on value creation, he continuously seeks growth opportunities and operational efficiency for his clients.
As a trusted business consultant, he has collaborated with numerous market-leading companies, developing tailor-made procurement solutions aligned with their unique needs and goals.
In 2021, Keith founded K Wright Consultancy after a successful corporate career, aiming to share his procurement knowledge and expertise with business owners, leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to accelerate their growth. Within 2.5 years, his consultancy firm has collaborated with 25 organisations creating value in the multiple millions.