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The strategist within: insights from the 2025 CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply

01 Jul 2025
Vision 2050 stream: future of the procurement and supply profession

This year’s CIPS Global State of Procurement & Supply report, supported by GEP, finds a community that is gaining in influence and confidence. Professionals know that they must develop their leadership and strategic skills to bring their insights to the top table. 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.

Speakers
Rebecca Simpson MCIPS, Chief Procurement Officer - Royal Mail
Lucy Harding, Partner and Global Head of Procurement and Supply Chain Practice - Odgers
Laura Cook MCIPS, Director of Procurement - Primark
Darren Lynch, Vice President, Consulting - GEP
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