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Registration, refreshments & exhibitionExhibition & catering hall60 mins
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession15 mins
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession30 mins
Keynote
Get inside the mind of a modern procurement leader. Ninian will be sharing how Vodafone Procure and Connect is developing capabilities within its own team and setting up for future success. Discover how the global telecommunications company’s procurement operation is tackling the critical challenges facing procurement from geopolitical volatility, sustainability, AI and innovation. Ninian will share procurement’s role in these four key areas and why professionals must raise their heads and see the bigger picture to make real impact.
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession35 mins
Keynote panel discussion
This year’s CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply report, supported by GEP, finds a community that is gaining in influence and confidence. As senior procurement leaders gain permanent seats on the main board, how do you deliver the most impact? Why do procurement and supply leaders hold the keys to driving automation and delivering genuine sustainable impact? A panel of CPOs offer their views on the findings and share valuable advice for the profession to maintain its newfound voice.
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession30 mins
Keynote
Former RAF fighter pilot and first female to fly a Tornado GR4 fighter jet on the frontline will transform vivid lessons from the cockpit to the business environment. Mandy will share her experiences of operating under extreme pressure, building split-second strategies for unknown scenarios, and stress the importance of always seeing the bigger picture.
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Networking breakExhibition & catering hall30 mins
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession30 mins
Fireside chat
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Sustainability and social impact stream: driving change in supply chains30 minsPresentations and Q&A
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Critical priorities stream: practical answers to urgent challenges30 minsPanel discussion
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Career success stream: investing in your future self30 minsPanel discussion and Q&A
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession30 minsPresentation and Q&A
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Sustainability and social impact stream: driving change in supply chains30 minsPanel discussion
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Critical priorities stream: practical answers to urgent challenges30 minsFireside chat
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Career success stream: investing in your future self30 minsPanel discussion and Q&A
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LunchExhibition & catering hall55 mins
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession45 minsPanel discussion
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Sustainability and social impact stream: driving change in supply chains45 minsDebate
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Critical priorities stream: practical answers to urgent challenges45 minsPresentations and Q&A
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Career success stream: investing in your future self45 minsWorkshop
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession45 minsPresentation and panel discussion
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Sustainability and social impact stream: driving change in supply chains45 minsPresentations and Q&A
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Critical priorities stream: practical answers to urgent challenges45 minsPanel discussion
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Career success stream: investing in your future self45 minsTBC
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Networking breakExhibition & catering hall25 mins
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession30 minsPresentations
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Sustainability and social impact stream: driving change in supply chains30 minsWorkshop
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Critical priorities stream: practical answers to urgent challenges30 minsPresentation and panel discussion
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Career success stream: investing in your future self30 minsRoundtable (limited spaces)
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession45 minsPanel discussion
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Sustainability and social impact stream: driving change in supply chains45 minsPanel discussion and Q&A
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Critical priorities stream: practical answers to urgent challenges45 minsPresentation and panel discussion
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Career success stream: investing in your future self45 mins
Workshop
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Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession25 mins
Fireside chat
A keynote with Mike Soutar, entrepreneur, broadcaster and advisor on business transformation, and one of Lord Sugar’s trusted advisors on BBC’s The Apprentice. Procurement is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Having led some of the UK’s biggest media brands during periods of significant change, Mike will share his knowledge of business, entrepreneurship, and the skills and behaviours that underpin success, as well as exclusive insight from his new role as Advisor to the UK's Board of Trade. Plus, why procurement should be proud to be deal-makers.
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Sips with CIPSExhibition & catering hall45 mins
Networking drinks
CIPS Excellence in Procurement & Supply Awards shortlist will be announced
Timings and session headlines subject to change