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Procurement Summit Agenda Day One

Procurement Summit Agenda Day One

The program of the first day of the Procurement Summit on 24th June 2026.

Procurement Summit Agenda Day Two

Procurement Summit Agenda Day Two

The program of the second day of the Procurement Summit on 25th June 2026.



24th Jun 2026 Procurement Summit Agenda Day One

  1. PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE
  2. 08:15
     

    Welcome

    Our doors open at 08:15 - so you can start networking at the first coffee and secure the best seat.

  3. 09:20
  4. 10:00
     

    Coffee break

    Enjoy a coffee and make new connections with the Procurement Summit attendees and exhibitors.

  5. 10:45
    Panel discussion

    ‘Proactive resilience’: how procurement anticipates geopolitical crises

    In a world where trade conflicts, political instability and supply bottlenecks are the new reality, reactive risk minimisation is no longer enough. What is needed is proactive resilience - and therefore procurement that not only monitors geopolitical developments, but also anticipates and strategically prepares for them at an early stage.

    In this panel, leading procurement managers will discuss how to set up early warning systems, model scenarios and make their organisations more resilient - technologically, structurally and culturally.

    What does it take to turn resilience from a buzzword into a real management task? How can supply chains be kept stable and adaptable despite global uncertainties? And how do procurement, risk management and top management work together today to be prepared for the unexpected?

    A panel with practical strategies, honest lessons learnt and a clear view of what can - and will - come.

  1. 12:00
     

    Lunch break

  1. 13:30
    Panel discussion

    Procurement 2030: Between AI hype and real disruption - what remains, what is coming, what works?

    Artificial intelligence, blockchain, autonomous systems: Purchasing is facing radical change. But what is vision, what is already reality - and what is really changing the game? In this panel, industry experts give a trenchant preview of the next five years in procurement. We will discuss how AI is changing procurement negotiations, how smart tools are creating real added value - and where humanity remains irreplaceable. A realistic look at trends, tools and tipping points, beyond the buzzword bingo - for all those who not only want to accompany change, but also shape it.

  2. 14:15
    Presentation

    Procurement Summit Startup Awards, part 1

    Here you’ll see innovative start-ups in the procurement field presenting their solutions. Be inspired and vote!

  3. 15:00
     

    Coffee break

    Enjoy a coffee and make new connections with the Procurement Summit attendees and exhibitors.

  4. 15:30
    Panel discussion

    Excel is not ERP!" - Why data-driven procurement remains so difficult

    Everyone is talking about data - but procurement is often still stuck in the Excel trap. Why is the leap from pure data collection to genuine decision-making intelligence so rare? This panel sheds light on the challenges on the way to data-driven procurement: from outdated systems and a lack of integration to culture and processes. And above all: what does it take for procurement analytics, robotic process automation and data lakes to finally turn procurement into a strategic sparring partner and driver of innovation? An honest and practical deep dive into the data-driven future of procurement.

  5. 16:15
    Panel discussion

    Procurement in transition: How much tool diversity can procurement tolerate?

    Digital procurement is at a crossroads: centralised platforms, modular best-of-breed solutions or in-house developments? Many companies are currently overhauling their tool landscapes - in parallel to migrating to new ERP systems or by introducing specialised procurement applications. But how can the strategic reorganisation succeed without falling into the complexity trap? In this panel, procurement managers will discuss architecture decisions, governance issues and how much standardisation and flexibility procurement really needs today.
    The panellists will also report openly on their own developments, restructuring and lessons learned in practice.

  6. 17:00
    Presentation

    Procurement Summit Startup Awards, part 2

    Here you’ll see innovative start-ups in the procurement field presenting their solutions. Be inspired and vote!

  7. 17:45
    Fireside Chat

    AI does not negotiate – or does it?

     When algorithms meet algorithms: Do humans still negotiate at all?
    Two purchasing managers, two perspectives, one common challenge: In a world where AI-based systems increasingly prepare or even make decisions, the question arises as to whether negotiation is still a core human competence – or whether it is being shifted from machine to machine. In a fireside chat, experienced practitioners discuss how negotiations are changing in the digital age, where humans remain irreplaceable – and when we may only be spectators when AI negotiates with AI.

  8. 18:15
     

    Procurement Summit Awards Ceremony

    Using our app, every attendee at the event has the chance to vote for the best speaker over the course of the day. The three with the most votes will be awarded a Speaker Award.

  9. 18:30
     

    Procurement & Sustainability Summit AFTERSHOW LOUNGE

    Drinks and networking for all participants

24th June 2026 Procurement Summit Agenda Day One

08:15 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Welcome

Our doors open at 08:15 - so you can start networking at the first coffee and secure the best seat.

09:20 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Opening

A short welcome by the event organizer.

10:00 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Coffee break

Enjoy a coffee and make new connections with the Procurement Summit attendees and exhibitors.

10:45 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Panel discussion

‘Proactive resilience’: how procurement anticipates geopolitical crises

In a world where trade conflicts, political instability and supply bottlenecks are the new reality, reactive risk minimisation is no longer enough. What is needed is proactive resilience - and therefore procurement that not only monitors geopolitical developments, but also anticipates and strategically prepares for them at an early stage.

In this panel, leading procurement managers will discuss how to set up early warning systems, model scenarios and make their organisations more resilient - technologically, structurally and culturally.

What does it take to turn resilience from a buzzword into a real management task? How can supply chains be kept stable and adaptable despite global uncertainties? And how do procurement, risk management and top management work together today to be prepared for the unexpected?

A panel with practical strategies, honest lessons learnt and a clear view of what can - and will - come.

12:00

Lunch break

13:30 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Panel discussion

Procurement 2030: Between AI hype and real disruption - what remains, what is coming, what works?

Artificial intelligence, blockchain, autonomous systems: Purchasing is facing radical change. But what is vision, what is already reality - and what is really changing the game? In this panel, industry experts give a trenchant preview of the next five years in procurement. We will discuss how AI is changing procurement negotiations, how smart tools are creating real added value - and where humanity remains irreplaceable. A realistic look at trends, tools and tipping points, beyond the buzzword bingo - for all those who not only want to accompany change, but also shape it.

14:15 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Presentation

Procurement Summit Startup Awards, part 1

Here you’ll see innovative start-ups in the procurement field presenting their solutions. Be inspired and vote!

15:00 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Coffee break

Enjoy a coffee and make new connections with the Procurement Summit attendees and exhibitors.

15:30 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Panel discussion

Excel is not ERP!" - Why data-driven procurement remains so difficult

Everyone is talking about data - but procurement is often still stuck in the Excel trap. Why is the leap from pure data collection to genuine decision-making intelligence so rare? This panel sheds light on the challenges on the way to data-driven procurement: from outdated systems and a lack of integration to culture and processes. And above all: what does it take for procurement analytics, robotic process automation and data lakes to finally turn procurement into a strategic sparring partner and driver of innovation? An honest and practical deep dive into the data-driven future of procurement.

16:15 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Panel discussion

Procurement in transition: How much tool diversity can procurement tolerate?

Digital procurement is at a crossroads: centralised platforms, modular best-of-breed solutions or in-house developments? Many companies are currently overhauling their tool landscapes - in parallel to migrating to new ERP systems or by introducing specialised procurement applications. But how can the strategic reorganisation succeed without falling into the complexity trap? In this panel, procurement managers will discuss architecture decisions, governance issues and how much standardisation and flexibility procurement really needs today.
The panellists will also report openly on their own developments, restructuring and lessons learned in practice.

17:00 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Presentation

Procurement Summit Startup Awards, part 2

Here you’ll see innovative start-ups in the procurement field presenting their solutions. Be inspired and vote!

17:45 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Fireside Chat

AI does not negotiate – or does it?

 When algorithms meet algorithms: Do humans still negotiate at all?
Two purchasing managers, two perspectives, one common challenge: In a world where AI-based systems increasingly prepare or even make decisions, the question arises as to whether negotiation is still a core human competence – or whether it is being shifted from machine to machine. In a fireside chat, experienced practitioners discuss how negotiations are changing in the digital age, where humans remain irreplaceable – and when we may only be spectators when AI negotiates with AI.

18:15 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Procurement Summit Awards Ceremony

Using our app, every attendee at the event has the chance to vote for the best speaker over the course of the day. The three with the most votes will be awarded a Speaker Award.

18:30 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Procurement & Sustainability Summit AFTERSHOW LOUNGE

Drinks and networking for all participants

25th Jun 2026 Procurement Summit Agenda Day Two

  1. PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE
  2. 08:50
     

    Welcome

    Our doors open at 08:50 - so you can start networking at the first coffee and secure the best seat.

  3. 09:50
  4. 10:30
    Panel discussion

    Global Minds, Local Impact: International Leaders Insights from the Frontlines of Transformation

    What really drives the leading minds in international procurement at the moment - and how are they tackling it? In our exclusive Fireside Chat, we bring three global CPOs on stage to open their doors and take us on a journey through ongoing transformation processes, strategic decisions and operational challenges.

    In a 15-minute talk with our moderator, each CPO will talk about their own key topic - from digitalisation and resilience to sustainable supply chains. It's not just about visions, but about real insights: Where do they currently stand? What hurdles did (or do) they have to overcome? What has worked - and what hasn't?

    This international deep dive provides inspiration, tangible learnings and a rare glimpse behind the scenes of global procurement strategies.

  5. 11:15
     

    Procurement Summit Startup Awards, part 3 with award ceremony

    Here you’ll see innovative start-ups in the procurement field presenting their solutions. Be inspired and vote!

  6. 11:45
    Fireside Chat

    Sustainable Sourcing in Emerging Markets - Between Ambition and Everyday Life

    How can sustainable procurement succeed in markets where social, environmental and economic standards often diverge widely? In this Fireside Chat, experienced procurement managers talk openly about the reality behind ESG targets, local challenges and regulatory pressure. It's about conflicting goals, pragmatic solutions and the balancing act between sustainability requirements and security of supply. An honest exchange about what sounds good on PowerPoint - and requires real commitment in practice.

  1. 12:15
     

    Lunch break

  1. 14:15
    Panel discussion

    Global teams, gender shift, Gen Z - time for a cultural change in procurement?

    Part-time models, remote work, international teams and more diversity - the procurement of the future is not only digital, but also more human, more flexible and more inclusive. This panel shows how modern working models retain talent, how diverse teams lead to better decisions and how leadership must redefine itself when not everyone works in the same place. Between practice and vision, industry experts will discuss how we can rethink collaboration to create real impact in supply chains, teams and organisations.

  2. 15:00
     

    Coffee break

    Enjoy a coffee and make new connections with the Procurement Summit attendees and exhibitors.

  3. 15:30
    Panel discussion

    90 minutes is not enough - when purchasing helps plan the season

    Match schedule, season logic, event pressure: in professional football, purchasing has to do more than just negotiate good conditions. How do clubs organise their procurement around match days, contracts and spontaneous requirements? Purchasing managers provide an insight into an industry in which planning and flexibility come together in the tightest of spaces.

  4. 16:45
     

    Procurement Summit Awards Ceremony

    Using our app, every attendee at the event has the chance to vote for the best speaker over the course of the day. The three with the most votes will be awarded a Speaker Award.

  5. 18:00
     

    End of Procurement & Sustainability Summit 2026

25th June 2026 Procurement Summit Agenda Day Two

08:50 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Welcome

Our doors open at 08:50 - so you can start networking at the first coffee and secure the best seat.

09:50 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Opening

A short welcome from the organisers.

10:30 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Panel discussion

Global Minds, Local Impact: International Leaders Insights from the Frontlines of Transformation

What really drives the leading minds in international procurement at the moment - and how are they tackling it? In our exclusive Fireside Chat, we bring three global CPOs on stage to open their doors and take us on a journey through ongoing transformation processes, strategic decisions and operational challenges.

In a 15-minute talk with our moderator, each CPO will talk about their own key topic - from digitalisation and resilience to sustainable supply chains. It's not just about visions, but about real insights: Where do they currently stand? What hurdles did (or do) they have to overcome? What has worked - and what hasn't?

This international deep dive provides inspiration, tangible learnings and a rare glimpse behind the scenes of global procurement strategies.

11:15 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Procurement Summit Startup Awards, part 3 with award ceremony

Here you’ll see innovative start-ups in the procurement field presenting their solutions. Be inspired and vote!

11:45 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Fireside Chat

Sustainable Sourcing in Emerging Markets - Between Ambition and Everyday Life

How can sustainable procurement succeed in markets where social, environmental and economic standards often diverge widely? In this Fireside Chat, experienced procurement managers talk openly about the reality behind ESG targets, local challenges and regulatory pressure. It's about conflicting goals, pragmatic solutions and the balancing act between sustainability requirements and security of supply. An honest exchange about what sounds good on PowerPoint - and requires real commitment in practice.

12:15

Lunch break

14:15 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Panel discussion

Global teams, gender shift, Gen Z - time for a cultural change in procurement?

Part-time models, remote work, international teams and more diversity - the procurement of the future is not only digital, but also more human, more flexible and more inclusive. This panel shows how modern working models retain talent, how diverse teams lead to better decisions and how leadership must redefine itself when not everyone works in the same place. Between practice and vision, industry experts will discuss how we can rethink collaboration to create real impact in supply chains, teams and organisations.

15:00 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Coffee break

Enjoy a coffee and make new connections with the Procurement Summit attendees and exhibitors.

15:30 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:
Panel discussion

90 minutes is not enough - when purchasing helps plan the season

Match schedule, season logic, event pressure: in professional football, purchasing has to do more than just negotiate good conditions. How do clubs organise their procurement around match days, contracts and spontaneous requirements? Purchasing managers provide an insight into an industry in which planning and flexibility come together in the tightest of spaces.

16:45 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

Procurement Summit Awards Ceremony

Using our app, every attendee at the event has the chance to vote for the best speaker over the course of the day. The three with the most votes will be awarded a Speaker Award.

18:00 PROCUREMENT SUMMIT MAIN STAGE:

End of Procurement & Sustainability Summit 2026