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This is an excerpt of the attendees of Procurement Summit 2026
ABB Ltd. is a global technology company headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, that provides electrification, industrial automation, robotics and motion products and solutions for utilities, industry and infrastructure, helping customers improve performance, energy efficiency and sustainability through digital and sustainable technologies.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement specialist
Attendees' job titles:
Lawyer (consulting and service procurement)Head of Purchasing MarketingStrategic BuyerStrategic IT Procurement Specialistdeputy Head Central Procurement IT ; Strategic IT Procurement Manager
AfB gGmbH is Europe’s largest nonprofit IT company. Through certified IT remarketing, AfB helps conserve environmental resources. At 20 locations across Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland, and Slovakia, AfB employs around 700 people, 49 % of whom have disabilities. The name AfB stands for “Arbeit für Menschen mit Behinderung” (“Work for People with Disabilities”). The brand afb social & green IT demonstrates how AfB combines economic success with ecological and social impact.
The business model of this IT refurbisher is based on long-term partnerships with more than 2,000 companies, banks, insurance providers, and public institutions. Since 2004, AfB has taken over their decommissioned IT and mobile devices, irreversibly erases all data, refurbishes the devices, installs new software, and sells them, mainly to private individuals, nonprofit organizations, and schools – with at least 12 months’ warranty.
For this green IT concept, AfB has received numerous awards, including the German Sustainability Award (2024, 2021, and 2012) and the German SDG Award (2022). AfB is audited and certified by TÜV Süd (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001), as a certified waste management company, and as a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
Airbus SE (known as EADS, European Aeronautic Defence and Space, from 2000 to 2013) is Europe's largest aerospace company and (after BAE Systems) the second-largest defence contractor. With a turnover of around €52 billion, Airbus was the third-largest aerospace company in the world in 2021.
Attendees' job titles:
Project Leader Business Digital Transformation
Airbus is a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a worldwide scale. Airbus strives to provide the most efficient helicopter solutions to its customers who serve, protect, save lives and safely carry passengers in demanding environments. Its helicopters are in service across more than 150 countries worldwide, performing nearly every type of vertical flight task imaginable. The company’s product line offers the full spectrum of rotary-wing aircraft solutions for civil, government, military, law enforcement and parapublic uses.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Buyer
Aixtron SE is a German technology company headquartered in Herzogenrath near Aachen that develops, manufactures and supplies chemical vapor deposition (CVD) equipment for the semiconductor industry. Its advanced deposition systems are used worldwide to produce electronic and optoelectronic components from complex semiconductor materials for applications in LED and display technology, data transmission, sensors, energy management and communications, and the company is regarded as a leading supplier of MOCVD systems with a global customer base.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Expert Procurement ExcellenceDirector Indirect Procurement & Procurement Excellence
Allianz ONE - Business Solutions GmbH offers a wide range of products and services in the areas of IT, operations, human resources, real estate management and building/catering services. It thus makes a very important contribution to the sustainable economic success of Allianz companies in Germany.
With our many years of experience and wide-ranging expertise, we offer the opportunity to quickly and pragmatically implement ideas developed together with our partners and to grow with existing and new tasks. After all, security and trust are the foundation of a strong, digital insurance company and the cornerstone for an attractive, customer-oriented and sustainable service in the future.
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Einkäufer im Zentralen Eventmanagement
The ALTANA Group is a global provider of specialized chemical products and related services for various industries and fields of application.
Attendees' job titles:
CPO
AMAZONEN-WERKE H. Dreyer GmbH & Co. KG is a German agricultural machinery manufacturer headquartered in Hasbergen, Germany, that develops, produces and distributes farm equipment such as spreaders, seed drills, soil cultivation implements and sprayers for crop protection, serving farmers and agricultural businesses worldwide with a focus on innovation, efficiency and precision technology.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Amefa Stahlwaren is a company in the field of cutlery and kitchen products, specializing in the development and distribution of high-quality solutions for gastronomy and households. With a strong focus on quality, design, and functionality, Amefa offers a wide range of cutlery and table accessories that meet both professional and private needs. Through many years of experience and a strong sense for trends, the company positions itself as a reliable partner in the field of tableware.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of procurement
At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing Central Europe
Amplifon is an Italian multinational company headquartered in Milan and the world’s leading hearing care retailer offering personalized hearing solutions, advanced products and services through a global network of thousands of stores in more than 25 countries with a strong focus on helping people rediscover the emotions of sound, improving quality of life through innovation, expert audiological care and long‑term customer relationships.
Attendees' job titles:
head of Cluster DE und CH
Founded in 1969, Arabella Hospitality SE stands for more than five decades of experience in the hotel industry - as an owner, developer, lessor and operator of city hotels, family resorts and luxury hotels in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Mallorca. The Munich-based company's hotel portfolio currently includes 17 hotels with more than 3,400 rooms. The portfolio is complemented by ten golf courses, four of which are managed by Arabella Hospitality under the umbrella brand Arabella Golf on Mallorca. For the other six courses, Arabella Hospitality is the licensor of the Arabella Golf brand in Germany and Switzerland. Arabella Hospitality is part of the Schörghuber Group - a Bavarian family-owned company which, in addition to the hotel business, also operates successfully in the areas of development, real estate, beverages and seafood, both nationally and internationally.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Arethia is an international flavour and fragrance company headquartered in Reinbek, Germany with additional innovation and production sites in Switzerland, Dubai and Indonesia that specializes in creating high‑quality, tailor‑made taste and scent solutions for food and beverage, oral care, inhalation and other industries by combining deep market insights, scientific expertise and sustainable innovation to deliver superior sensory experiences and support global customers with a broad portfolio of ingredients and customized products.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global ProcurementSustainability Manager
Argon & Co is an international consulting firm focusing on operations strategy and business transformation. The company helps businesses optimise their operational structures and make sustainable changes – for example, in the areas of supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, finance and shared services – in order to achieve real, measurable improvements.
With over 900 consultants in around 18 locations worldwide, Argon & Co supports clients in mastering complex challenges and aligning their business models for the future. VANDUER is a creative impact agency based in Hamburg that supports brands in bringing about positive social and ecological change. Its approach is based on cradle to cradle – thinking in terms of cycles and genuine sustainability rather than mere greenwashing messages.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Partner
Experts in integration of cloud systems, SAP procurement solutions and technology.
Attendees' job titles:
Partner
Aurelius Group is a globally active alternative investor specializing in private equity, private debt and real estate, with more than 400 professionals operating from offices across Europe and North America. Founded in 2005, Aurelius focuses on identifying complex investment opportunities such as corporate carve‑outs, platform build‑ups and custom financing solutions, completing over 300 transactions that aim to create sustainable value through operational improvements and attractive returns for investors.
Attendees' job titles:
Sr Mgr Procurement
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager Procurement / Procurement Excellence
Bâloise Holding AG is a Swiss insurance holding company headquartered in Basel. The company employs approximately 9,000 employees across Europe and is the third-largest Swiss all-industry insurance service provider for individuals and businesses.
Attendees' job titles:
Chief Procurement Officer
BarmeniaGothaer is a German insurance group headquartered in Cologne and Wuppertal, formed in 2024 through the merger of the long‑established mutual insurers Barmenia and Gothaer, and with around eight million customers, approximately 7,500 employees, and multi‑billion euro premium income ranks among the top 10 insurers in Germany . It provides a wide range of insurance and retirement solutions for private and corporate clients, including property, accident, health and life insurance, emphasizes both personal and digital advisory services, and focuses on sustainable, member‑oriented service without shareholders
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic procurement
We are one of the largest health insurance companies in Germany, and there are many reasons to work with us. But our more than 15,000 employees have one thing in common: those who work with us dedicate themselves every day to the health of millions of people. We help people live healthier lives, ensure the best possible care in times of illness, and support preventive measures. With this mission, we continue to develop—into a dynamic company in a digital market, offering room for new ideas and social responsibility. Our unique culture makes this possible: we stand up for each other across locations, disciplines, and career levels. We work together, because only together can we preserve humanity’s greatest asset and continue to advance health.
BeA Group is an international provider of industrial fastening technologies with over 110 years of experience. Headquartered in Ahrensburg, Germany, the company develops, manufactures and distributes high-quality fastening systems and tools for woodworking, furniture production, packaging and logistics. With a presence in more than 40 countries and over 450 employees, BeA Group combines innovative technology, reliability and service to support customers worldwide in improving efficiency and productivity.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement & Supply Chain
Beiersdorf AG is a German multinational company that manufactures and retails personal-care products and pressure-sensitive adhesives.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Buyer EUHead of Procurement D/CHHead of Global Procurement MediaSr Manager Packaging DigitalisationStrategic Buyer for Consulting & HR ServicesRegional Buyer Procurement Europe
beka GmbH, based in Cologne, is an established service company specializing in the public transport sector and related industries. The company supports transport operators and organizations with a wide range of services, including procurement, professional publications, and training programs. With over 100 years of experience, beka has evolved from a purchasing cooperative into a modern service partner, helping clients optimize processes, improve efficiency, and implement forward-looking solutions.
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Leitung Vertriebsstrategie E-Procurement und VeranstaltungskonzepteLeiter Projekte eProcurement und ITGeschäftsführerProkurist
Berlin‑Chemie AG is an innovative, internationally active German pharmaceutical company based in Berlin that has been developing, manufacturing and distributing high‑quality medicines for over 130 years and has been a wholly owned subsidiary of the Italian Menarini Group since 1992, responsible for pharmaceutical business in Germany, Central and Eastern Europe and the CIS region, supplying products to more than 90 countries and focusing on improving patients’ health and quality of life.
Attendees' job titles:
director of procurement
Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (formerly Berliner Verkehrs-Aktiengesellschaft), or BVG for short, is a public transport company operating local public transport (ÖPNV) in Berlin in the legal form of a public-law institution. In Berlin and the surrounding area, BVG operates the Berlin underground, the Berlin tram, bus transport in Berlin and ferry transport in Berlin, but not the S-Bahn. The BVG is a member of the Verkehrsverbund Berlin-Brandenburg (VBB) and the Verband Deutscher Verkehrsunternehmen (VDV).
Attendees' job titles:
CPO
That's us: Leaders in Chemicals! We are the leading B2B specialist and innovative manufacturer of chemical products. Furthermore, we deliver over 100.000 premium products for repair, care and maintenance to our customers in the mobility, construction and industrial sectors to keep their business winning and running. In addition, with our strong brands BERNER, BTI by BERNER and CCS, we offer industry-leading services that enable our customers to focus on their business and drive it forward.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement Direct Material International
As BEW Berliner Energie und Wärme, they are part of the Berlin state family. Their mission is to reliably supply the capital with heat and energy at all times. To achieve this, they provide district heating and cooling as well as decentralised energy solutions. Whether district heating from Berlin's combined heat and power plants or heat contracting with decentralised technologies - climate-friendly generation and supply is at the heart of their activities as a heat and energy provider.
For Berlin, they are also tackling one of the biggest issues of our time: the heating transition. For our common goal - a climate-neutral capital by 2045.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Direct Purchasing
With our basic research and development of immunotherapies, we aim to improve the health of people worldwide by utilising the full potential of the immune system to fight cancer and infectious diseases. We are driven by our belief in scientific precision, innovation and passion. BioNTech was founded by scientists and physicians to improve people's lives through the combination of science and its optimal implementation.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Director Procurement ExcellenceAssociate Director Procurement Analytics & ReportingAssociate Director Procurement Processes and SystemsDirector Environmental Programs & ProtectionSpecialist Procurement Data Analytics
The Bohle Group is one of the world's leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of glass fittings, tools, machines and industrial products as well as consumables for glass processing and finishing. Especially in the area of sliding doors and shower fittings, Bohle AG has steadily expanded its competencies in recent years and thus developed from a supplier to a manufacturer of high-quality product solutions for all aspects of interior design with glass.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Purchasing
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Vice President Corporate Responsibility, Technical Product & SourcingCorporate Responsibility Manager Circularity and Sustainable Products
BOS GmbH is an internationally active company headquartered in Stuttgart, specializing in the development and production of brake systems, sensors, and electronic components for the automotive industry, and known for high quality, safety, and innovative solutions in vehicle technology.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Supply Chain International
BRITA GmbH is a German company based in Taunusstein that develops, manufactures and markets water filtration products such as jug filters, faucet and pitcher systems, cartridges and professional filtration solutions for households and businesses to improve drinking water quality and reduce plastic waste.
Attendees' job titles:
Manager Procurement Materials & Products
Brose Fahrzeugteile GmbH & Co. KG is a German automotive supplier headquartered in Coburg that develops and manufactures mechatronic components and systems for vehicle doors, seats and electric drives for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, focusing on innovation, lightweight construction and energy efficiency to support mobility and comfort in the automotive sector.
Attendees' job titles:
VP Purchasing Electronics & Electromechanics
Bucher Hydraulics is an internationally active German division of Bucher Industries based in Klettgau‑Grießen, that develops, manufactures and supplies advanced hydraulic drive and control technologies for mobile and industrial applications including pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, power units, electronics and complete system solutions used in construction, agriculture, municipal equipment and industry, and is known for engineering quality, innovation and tailored customer‑specific solutions worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing Klettgau
The Bundesanstalt für Immobilienaufgaben is a German federal agency that manages and develops the real estate owned by the German government. It takes care of buildings and land for government use, rents and sells properties, provides housing for federal employees and looks after forests and open spaces it owns. The agency is based in Bonn and works across Germany under the Federal Ministry of Finance to use and maintain public property efficiently.
Attendees' job titles:
Business Process Manager
Bundesbeschaffung GmbH (BBG) is the solution partner for procurement issues for the federal government, the federal states, cities and municipalities, outsourced companies and institutions in the education and healthcare sectors.
Almost 2.5 million products and services can be ordered via our e-shop. So it's no wonder that around 3.21 billion euros were transacted via BBG contracts in 2021 alone.
The collaboration is simple, fast and unbureaucratic. We contribute our commercial, technical and legal expertise and carry out the procurement process for our customers, reducing their process costs and allowing them to benefit from full procurement law certainty. With our e-procurement solutions (e-shop, e-travel, e-tendering and e-invoicing), we ensure a transparent electronic procurement process and round off our complete profile as a smart procurement service provider.
For us, our ambitious goal of becoming "best in class" means supporting our customers as a reliable partner at all levels. We act correctly, independently, innovatively and responsibly, with the result of being able to offer the best conditions and holistic solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of E-Procurement
The Burda Procurement GmbH is responsible for the strategic and operational procurement of products and services for Hubert Burda Media and its companies.
Attendees' job titles:
Managing Director
Bureau Veritas Certification Germany GmbH is a Hamburg‑based certification and audit company that is part of the global Bureau Veritas network, providing accredited assessments of management systems, products and processes to ensure compliance with national and international standards in quality, health, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility. It conducts audits and issues certifications, helps organizations improve systems and processes and contributes to building trust and transparency in supply chains and operations. Bureau Veritas was founded in 1828 and is one of the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification service providers with operations in over 140 countries and hundreds of thousands of clients.
Attendees' job titles:
Business Development
cadooz GmbH is a German company based in Hamburg that provides incentive and benefit solutions for businesses. It helps companies reward employees, attract and retain customers and support marketing and sales by offering gift cards, rewards, bonus and loyalty programmes and other incentive products and services. cadooz has been active for over 20 years, works with many corporate clients and is part of the global payment services group Euronet Worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Procurement Manager
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Consultant Procurement Transformation
CLAAS is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of agricultural engineering equipment. Our modern harvesters, tractors, balers and farming information technologies help to serve the rising demand for food, energy and commodities. High-tech products from CLAAS are used in 140 countries. With around 12,000 employees at our sites worldwide we generate turnover of 4.9 billion euros. Harvesting the Future: this is our shared objective. Committed to an international outlook and family values, CLAAS offers an environment shaped by mutual respect and scope for individual development.
Attendees' job titles:
Supplier Performance Engineer
Contitech AG (written as ContiTech AG) is a manufacturer of rubber and plastic products outside the tyre industry, based in Hanover.
The company is a subsidiary of Continental AG. ContiTech AG operates under the name Continental Industry. The company is active in 40 countries.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Sustainable & Responsible Sourcing
Meet ContractHero, Germany's leading contract management solution that consolidates the most important information in a company. Our secure platform is hosted on German servers and trusted by hundreds of customers, among other companies like Eurowings, Mercedes Benz Leasing, and Schüttflix. ContractHero offers automated and centralized contract management that converts forgotten documents into potentials, allowing you to adapt quickly and free-up resources in your company. From Machine Learning (ML) supported contract analysis, custom structures, and E-signature to the Multi team option and reward-winning customer support, ContractHero is a powerful tool in every department of your company. For more information, including pricing and more features, visit us at www.contracthero.com
Attendees' job titles:
Digital Contract Management
cwmk GmbH, trading as FACTUREE, is a German technology and service company based in Berlin that operates a digital procurement and manufacturing platform for drawing parts and custom components. The platform connects businesses with a global network of over 2,000 verified manufacturing partners and manages the entire procurement process from request through selection of the optimal producer to on‑time delivery, covering various manufacturing methods such as CNC machining, sheet metal processing, 3D printing and casting. FACTUREE uses AI‑driven algorithms to optimize partner matching and pricing and serves clients in sectors like machinery, automotive, medical technology and research to streamline supply chains and digital procurement of custom parts.
Attendees' job titles:
Heads of Operations
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Head of Central Procurement
The DE‑CIX Group AG is an internationally active operator of carrier‑ and data center‑neutral Internet Exchanges headquartered in Cologne, founded in 1995, connecting thousands of networks, ISPs, content providers and corporate networks from more than 100 countries at around 60 locations across five continents and providing interconnection, peering and cloud connectivity services focused on high‑performance, secure and scalable digital infrastructure for data exchange.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global Procurement
With more than 45,000 employees and a turnover of around 3.3 billion euros, Dekra is Germany's largest and one of the world's leading inspection companies.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Corporate SustainabilityTeam Lead Corporate Sustainability
Delimon GmbH is a German industrial company headquartered in Arnsberg that specializes in lubrication technology and systems, developing and supplying automatic lubrication solutions such as pumps, dosing units and centralized lubrication systems for machinery and industrial applications to improve efficiency, reliability and maintenance performance.
Attendees' job titles:
Purchasing Manager
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited is an international company in the business sector. It provides auditing, risk advisory, tax advisory, financial advisory and consulting services for companies and institutions from all sectors of the economy; legal advice is provided in Germany by Deloitte Legal.
With a global network of subsidiaries in more than 150 countries and over 450,000 employees, Deloitte generated revenue of USD 59.3 billion in the 2021/2022 financial year. Deloitte is the world's largest management and strategy consulting and auditing firm in terms of revenue and the largest of the Big Four companies in terms of market share.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager Procurement
Dertour Group is a German travel company headquartered in Frankfurt that operates multiple tour, leisure and travel brands offering holiday packages, flights, cruises, hotel stays and travel services to leisure and business customers in Europe and beyond.
Attendees' job titles:
Lead Buyer
The German Electron Synchrotron DESY, or DESY for short, is a research centre for basic scientific research based in Hamburg and Zeuthen. DESY's mission is to research the structure, dynamics and function of matter.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing and Procurement
Deutsche Bahn AG (DB AG for short, often referred to colloquially as DB or the railway) is a federally owned railway group.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic IT Buyer
Deutsche Bahn Connect is a company in the field of telecommunications and digital infrastructure, specializing in providing network solutions for business clients and public institutions. With innovative technologies, reliable services, and tailored concepts, Deutsche Bahn Connect helps its customers manage digital communication and data transmission efficiently and securely. Through extensive experience and a strong network, the company positions itself as a trusted partner for modern communication solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic Purchasing
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Junior Sales Managerin for eProcurement- solutions
Deutsche GigaNetz GmbH is a German telecommunications infrastructure company headquartered in Hamburg that focuses on the development and expansion of high‑speed fibre‑optic broadband networks (FTTH – Fibre to the Home) across cities and municipalities in Germany, providing gigabit‑class internet services for private households, businesses and local communities and contributing to the country’s digitalisation efforts with investor support and long‑term network rollout projects.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement Corporate & Central Services
Deutsche Vermögensberatung AG is one of Germany’s leading financial advisory firms, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. The company provides personalized wealth management, financial planning, retirement solutions, insurance, and investment services for private clients and business owners. Deutsche Vermögensberatung emphasizes personal guidance, long-term client relationships, and comprehensive solutions tailored to individual customer needs.
Attendees' job titles:
senior expert strategic purchasingSenior IT expert
DG Nexolution Procurement & Logistics is the new subsidiary of DG Nexolution. It was created from the merger of the DG Nexolution subsidiary GenoLog and the DG Nexolution business unit GenoBuy. We are the pioneers for holistic, sustainable solutions in procurement, logistics and e-commerce.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of GenoBuyCEOManaging Director
Many banks don’t even know what they truly stand for — we do! Since our founding in 1990 as Deutsche Kreditbank, we have stood by our name: loans for Germany. For everything people need to live. Our aspiration: to be a #moneyimprover Risky investment banking has never been an option for us — and it never will be. Even today, with more than EUR 52 billion (approximately 73% of our loans to business customers), we make a significant contribution to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. More than 5.2 million customers trust our services and are happy to recommend us to others.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Central Purchasing
dm drogerie markt is one of the top employers in Austria: in the dm stores and in the dm hairdressing and cosmetics studios, young professionals and experienced specialists will find a wide range of career opportunities. There are also other exciting career fields at the headquarters in Salzburg: Expansion, Finance & Controlling, IT, Marketing & Purchasing, HR and at the distribution center in Enns.
dm drogerie markt is one of the largest drugstore chains in Central and Eastern Europe. With almost 7,000 employees, dm drogerie markt is one of the largest employers in Austria. The headquarters in Salzburg is the hub for Austria and for expansion into countries in Central and South Eastern Europe.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic Sourcing
digital media group GmbH is a German company that offers digital services in areas such as online marketing, content creation and media production. It supports businesses in building their digital presence, managing campaigns and reaching customers through different online channels. The company focuses on creative and data-driven solutions to improve visibility and communication.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
DocMorris is a leading company in the fields of online pharmacy, marketplace and professional healthcare services. Our purpose is to deliver the most effective and empathetic healthcare imaginable. To everyone. Anytime. Anywhere. In one click.
We have established a strong presence with trusted brands across Europe, operating Germany's largest online pharmacy and leading the marketplace for health and personal care products in Southern Europe."
In 2023, about 1,900 employees in Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, France and Switzerland generated an external revenue of CHF 1,038 million (excluding the Swiss business sold in 2023) serving over 9 million active customers.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Indirect Procurement
Doka is a supplier and manufacturer of formwork and scaffolding. The headquarters of the company, which was founded in 1958, is located in Amstetten in Lower Austria and is wholly owned by the Umdasch Group. Worldwide, Doka employs 7,300 people in 160 sales and logistics locations in 60 countries. Doka's range of services extends from the provision of formwork systems and components for civil building construction to the provision of technically sophisticated and flexible formwork systems for bridge construction, tunneling, infrastructure construction and high-rise building construction. In addition, Doka formwork systems are used for architecturally demanding fair-faced concrete projects that attach importance to a special concrete appearance.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Technologies & ProcessesDirector Procurement Umdasch GroupProcurement Risk & Governance
Dorea GmbH (often branded as DOREA FAMILIE) is a German care services company based in Berlin that operates care homes, assisted living, outpatient care and day care services for elderly and dependent people. It manages multiple locations across Germany and focuses on providing respectful, personalised support and living environments for residents. The company is part of a larger European care group and works to improve quality of life and wellbeing for its clients and their families.
Attendees' job titles:
head of procurement
Schwabe Business Services is a company that works for the subsidiaries of the Schwabe Group Germany in various areas. With around 250 employees, we support the German companies of the Schwabe Group with our Human Resources, Financial Accounting, Purchasing, Customer Service, Engineering + Construction Project Planning, Logistics, Organizational Development & Project Management and IT departments. The job profiles within Schwabe Business Services are correspondingly diverse: Computer scientists and business economists, office administrators and SAP professionals, HR experts and accountants work across the company to ensure the success of the Schwabe Group.
Attendees' job titles:
Vice President Corporate Purchasing
DRK Blutspendedienst NSTOB is the blood donation and transfusion service of the German Red Cross (Deutsches Rotes Kreuz) responsible for the regions North‑, South‑ and East‑Lower Saxony, Oldenburg and Bremen, that organizes blood collection, testing, processing and distribution of blood products to hospitals and healthcare facilities to ensure safe and reliable blood supply for patients in need.
Attendees' job titles:
head of procurement
Durch Denken Vorne Consult is an innovative consultancy for procurement, supply chain, product cost optimization and digitalization. According to out slogan “facts instead of slides” our industry proved consultants work with you on pragmatic concepts, that get you and your procurement department ahead. If you are looking for more than the average, we are your partner.
Further information you can find at www.durchdenkenvorne.de.
Attendees' job titles:
Partner
The DYNOS Group is an international company headquartered in Troisdorf, Germany. It is a leading system provider for the global abrasives market and specialises in the production of vulcanised fibre, one of the oldest bioplastics in the world. This material serves as the basis for high-performance abrasive discs and is supplied by DYNOS to leading manufacturers worldwide.
In addition to vulcanised fibre, DYNOS also produces special papers and pulp solutions from recycled materials. The company attaches great importance to sustainability and develops products made from recycled raw materials in order to meet modern requirements for environmentally friendly business practices.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
DZ BANK is the second largest bank in Germany. It is the central institution in the cooperative financial network and serves around 700 cooperative banks, each of which is a stakeholder in DZ BANK AG and which together own the majority stake. As “DZ BANK. Die Initiativbank”, it is also active as a corporate bank and is the holding company for the specialised service providers in the DZ BANK Group: Bausparkasse Schwäbisch Hall (building society), DZ HYP (real estate and public sector financing), DZ PRIVATBANK, R+V Versicherung (insurance company), TeamBank (consumer finance), Union Investment Group (asset management), VR Smart Finanz and various other specialised institutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Group Head Procurement
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Strategic BuyerESG & Integrity Officer | Corporate Governance
E.DIS Netz GmbH is a German energy network company and part of the E.DIS Group, which belongs to the E.ON Group. It operates and maintains electricity and gas distribution networks in large parts of Brandenburg and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, with tens of thousands of kilometres of power lines and gas pipelines. The company ensures a reliable energy supply for households, businesses and industry and plays an important role in integrating renewable energy into the grid and supporting the energy transition.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of International Category Management
Welcome to ECE. As experts in complex and sustainably successful real estate, we create shopping, working and living environments that are in tune with the times. ECE Group Services provides all services within the ECE Group, from design and project management to commercial property management and legal advice, and is responsible for the further digitalization of the Group.
Attendees' job titles:
Project Manager Procurement
Ecodove is an online knowledge portal dedicated to sharing sound, scientifically based information about sustainable living. The aim of the project is to help people make informed decisions that contribute to a more environmentally conscious and sustainable everyday life. Ecodove emphasises a positive, open approach without moralising, but with practical insights and independent research on topics such as sustainable consumption, ecology and lifestyle.
Attendees' job titles:
Founder
EcoProcure is an Austrian consulting and services company based in Stockerau that focuses on strategic and sustainable procurement solutions for businesses. Its services are designed to make purchasing processes more effective and measurable by integrating data, sustainability (ESG) standards, supplier and category management, compliance and operational execution, as well as offering coaching and training for procurement teams. The company is led by CEO Oliver Augustin.
Attendees' job titles:
CEO
The EDAG Engineering GmbH is an internationally active engineering and development company headquartered in Wiesbaden, offering comprehensive engineering and technical services for the mobility and automotive industry, including vehicle and production technology, digital engineering solutions, and innovative concepts for future mobility, and known for technical expertise, tailored solutions, and long‑standing experience in vehicle and production environments.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Sales Manager
EINWERK develops holistic solutions in the areas of purchasing, logistics and supply chain for all companies that face the changing times.
Together we will prepare you for the requirements of tomorrow and support you in a successful transformation.
Our services include the development of organizations and the change of processes and ensure an effective strategy and successful implementation with our transformation tools.
In addition, we will find the right specialists and executives for you who are needed to meet the necessary future requirements.
The many years of experience of our employees in the areas of purchasing, logistics, supply chain and consulting enable EINWERK to offer its customers first-class services
More information can be found here: www.einwerk-consulting.de/
Attendees' job titles:
Expert in Supply Chain ManagementCEO
Endress+Hauser is a leading global provider of measuring instruments, services and solutions for industrial process engineering. We offer process solutions for flow, level, pressure and temperature measurement, analytical measurement, data logging and digital communication to optimise processes in terms of economic efficiency, safety and environmental impact. Our customers operate in a wide range of industries, such as chemicals, energy and power plants, basic materials, metals & mining, food, life sciences, oil and gas and water/wastewater.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Buyer
Die Enertrag SE ist ein international tätiges Unternehmen im Bereich Erneuerbare Energien mit Hauptsitz im brandenburgischen Schenkenberg-Dauerthal.
Attendees' job titles:
Group Manager Central PurchasingBeetle in central purchasing
Engel & Völkers is a global real estate services company headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, that specialises in residential and commercial property brokerage, premium real estate advisory and lifestyle services, operating through a network of franchise‑led offices in more than 30 countries to support clients in buying, selling and renting properties as well as investment and asset consulting.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing
Engel Austria GmbH is a globally active manufacturer of injection moulding machines and associated automation systems with its headquarters in Schwertberg, Austria.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global Technical Purchasing
The ENNI Group is an environmentally conscious, nationwide energy supplier and infrastructure service provider for Moers and the region.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Eppendorf, a company with its registered office in Germany, develops, produces and sells products and services for laboratories around the world.
Eppendorf products are used in academic and industrial research laboratories, e.g. in companies in the pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical and food industries. They are also used in laboratories that perform clinical or environmental analysis, in forensic laboratories, and in industrial laboratories where industrial process analysis, production and quality assurance are performed. Eppendorf describes its business as consisting of three divisions: liquid handling, cell handling, and sample handling.
Attendees' job titles:
Forward Sourcing Manager
ERGO is one of the major insurance groups in Germany and Europe. Worldwide, the Group is represented in around 30 countries and focuses on the regions of Europe and Asia.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Excellence and Digitalisation LeadHead of Tactical/Operational ProcurementHead of Procurement Performance & Digitalization
Eurofiber Netz GmbH is a German network company and part of the Eurofiber Group that builds and operates high‑speed fibre‑optic infrastructure, especially in Berlin and other regions. It connects households and businesses with modern gigabit‑capable fibre networks and offers an open access model so that different internet providers can use its network and customers can choose their service freely. The company focuses on reliable, future‑proof digital connectivity and supports digital growth and choice in the market.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Finance & Procurement
Evotec is a biotechnology company that is committed to advancing drug discovery and development. Through flexible business models, we collaborate with pharmaceutical companies, biotechs, foundations, and government agencies on a substantial scale. We believe that by working together, we can make a difference in the lives of patients. Our Pipeline Co-Creation model represents our adaptable, multi-modality, fully integrated end-to-end approach to drive collaborations and services across all phases of drug discovery and development – from discovery of novel targets to achieving Proof of Concept in the clinic and into commercial manufacturing. We aspire to contribute data-driven disease understanding and early disease relevance in humans to bring the probability of success up. We select the right modality, which is then propelled forward on our platforms by our passionate people striving for the fastest and most effective ways towards patient impact. This is enabled by convergence of human ingenuity with data and AI.
Attendees' job titles:
Group Lead Strategic ProcurementTeam Leader Strategic Procurement ITVP procurement
EWM GmbH is a German welding technology company based in Mündersbach that makes welding machines, torches, consumables and related systems for manual and automated use in industry and craft businesses. It has been active for over 60 years and is one of the leading manufacturers of arc welding technology worldwide. EWM develops products and processes that help customers weld more efficiently, safely and sustainably, and supports them with services, software and global sales and service points.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
EWR GmbH is part of the Stadtwerke Remscheid group and a local utility in Remscheid, Germany that supplies people and businesses with electricity, gas, water and heat. It works together with other companies in the Stadtwerke Remscheid Verbund to offer energy services, mobility support, parking and leisure services. EWR focuses on reliable service, helping customers save energy and supporting local energy transition goals.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing
We offer 70 Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes at our locations in Hagen, Iserlohn, Meschede, Soest and Lüdenscheid - also on a part-time basis and together with educational partners at other locations.
Attendees' job titles:
Moderator
fashionette AG is an online marketplace founded in 2008 and headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, that specializes in premium and luxury fashion accessories including designer handbags, shoes, jewelry and watches, offering customers a curated, data‑driven e‑commerce experience and a certified pre‑loved category for second‑hand designer pieces, with the aim of becoming a leading European online platform in the premium and luxury fashion segment.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Purchasing
foodji Marketplace provides fresh meals, snacks, and drinks through smart vending fridges. It brings healthy and tasty food to offices, schools, and other places without a cafeteria. Users can choose their food via app or touchscreen anytime, and foodji adapts its offerings to customer preferences to reduce waste and stay fresh.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead Procurement
Freudenberg Group is a global, family‑owned technology company headquartered in Weinheim, Germany, with more than 52,000 employees in around 60 countries and sales of about €11.9 billion. Founded in 1849, the company develops and supplies advanced materials, sealing and vibration control technologies, filtration solutions, technical textiles, specialty chemicals, medical products and high‑tech components for industrial and consumer markets, combining deep materials expertise with innovation to create solutions that improve performance, efficiency and everyday life.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Procurement Manager
FRITZ! ist an international active German communications and networking technology manufacturer headquartered in Berlin that develops, produces and markets broadband internet and home networking devices such as routers, modems, Wi‑Fi mesh systems, telephony and smart home products, known for user‑friendly, innovative and reliable connectivity solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Procurement Manager
Galileo Global Education Germany is part of Galileo Global Education, a French multinational higher education group headquartered in Paris that operates a network of private universities and academies across multiple countries, including Germany, where institutions such as Hochschule Macromedia and PFH Private Hochschule Göttingen belong to the group. The organization offers a wide range of study programs in fields such as business, management, digital technologies, art, design and media, with a strong focus on practical, career-oriented education and international mobility for students, and is considered one of the largest private higher education providers in Europe with more than 100,000 students worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead Purchasing
GEA Farm Technologies GmbH is an internationally active company headquartered in Bönen, Germany and part of the GEA Group, specializing in developing and manufacturing comprehensive dairy farming solutions such as automated and conventional milking systems, feeding and herd management technologies, manure handling equipment, barn solutions and hygiene and service offerings designed to enhance productivity, animal health and efficiency in modern dairy operations.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Director Procurement
GEDIA Automotive Group is an internationally active German automotive supplier headquartered in Attendorn that develops and manufactures high‑strength structural body components and modules, especially for safety‑critical areas of vehicles, using advanced lightweight and material technologies to support fuel efficiency and crash performance for global automotive manufacturers.
Attendees' job titles:
Group Director Procurement
Georg Fischer AG is an industrial company founded in 1802 in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, where it is still based today. It operates 187 companies in 45 countries, including 76 production facilities. GF is a partner for the safe transport of liquids and gases, for lightweight cast components in vehicles and for high-precision manufacturing technology.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Operational Procurement Excellence & Digitalization
Goldbeck GmbH (proper spelling: GOLDBECK) is the parent company of the Goldbeck Group, a construction company based in Bielefeld.
It is mainly active in commercial and public building construction. It has over 100 locations, including 15 plants in Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic and Denmark.
Attendees' job titles:
Team Lead Procurement ExcellenceStrategic Procurement ManagerProjektmanager
greenpulse.io is a consulting and service company based in Hamburg, Germany, that focuses on sustainability and energy advisory, helping organizations develop sustainable energy and climate strategies, conduct feasibility studies, develop KPIs for sustainability reporting and manage sustainability and energy projects to support companies in meeting ESG and reporting requirements.
Attendees' job titles:
managing director
Gyso is an innovative company in the field of construction chemicals and technical industrial products, specializing in high-quality solutions for bonding, sealing, and protection. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, Gyso develops tailored concepts that meet the individual needs of its clients. Through in-depth expertise, experience, and modern approaches, Gyso positions itself as a reliable partner for sustainable success.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Supply Chain
Hagleitner Hygiene International GmbH is an internationally active Austrian hygiene and cleaning solutions provider headquartered in Zell am See, Austria, that develops, manufactures and supplies professional hygiene systems, sanitation products, dispensers and digital cleaning management tools for businesses in sectors such as hospitality, healthcare, industry and public facilities, with a focus on innovative, sustainable and user‑friendly solutions to improve cleanliness, safety and efficiency.
Attendees' job titles:
Lead Buyer
Hälssen & Lyon GmbH is a German tea company based in Hamburg that has been active since 1879. It buys, refines, blends and packs teas and tea‑like products such as herbs and fruit infusions from many regions of the world for business customers. The company supplies a wide range of premium teas, instant mixes and ready‑to‑drink iced teas to brands, retailers and the food service and beverage industry. Hälssen & Lyon combines long tradition with innovation and operates one of the largest specialty tea warehouses in the world.
Attendees' job titles:
Chief Sustainability Officer
Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB) is a private commercial bank based in Hamburg that specialises primarily in providing financing to small and medium-sized enterprises and large corporate clients in Germany and Europe.
It was established in 2018 from the former HSH Nordbank and offers financing in particular in sectors such as real estate, projects, shipping and renewable energy.
Today, it positions itself as a specialist financing partner for upper mid-market companies and international enterprises.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
The Hamburg Port Authority (HPA) has been operating a future-oriented port management system from a single source since 2005 and is active wherever efficiency, safety and cost-effectiveness are required in the Port of Hamburg. The HPA meets the growing demands of the port with intelligent and innovative solutions. The HPA is responsible for the efficient, resource-conserving and sustainable planning and implementation of infrastructure measures in the port and is the point of contact for all questions relating to water and landside infrastructure, the safety and ease of shipping traffic, port railway facilities, property management and economic conditions in the port.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Excellence Manager
Hamburger Energiewerke GmbH is a privately organised energy supply company owned by the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg. Following the merger of Wärme Hamburg (formerly Vattenfall Wärme Hamburg GmbH) and Hamburg Energie in January 2022, Hamburger Energiewerke is Hamburg's largest energy company. Hamburger Energiewerke supplies 168,000 customers with electricity and gas and provides around a quarter of Hamburg's useful heat.
Attendees' job titles:
CPO
Hamburger Sparkasse AG is the leading bank for private customers and medium-sized corporate customers in the Hamburg metropolitan region.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Hapag-Lloyd AG is a transport and logistics company headquartered in Hamburg.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global Terminal & Transport ProcurementDirector Sustainability Projects
Heidelberg Materials AG, headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany, is a listed building materials group. The company is the world's number 1 in aggregates and ready-mix concrete and number 2 in cement.
Attendees' job titles:
Lead logistics buyer
Heitec AG is a German industrial technology company based in Erlangen that offers automation, digitalisation, electronics and engineering solutions. It develops and builds customised systems, machines and software that help companies improve production, increase efficiency and support digital change in many industries. The company works with over 2,000 customers at locations in Germany and abroad and focuses on practical, reliable solutions for plant automation and digital processes.
Attendees' job titles:
head of Supply Chain Management
HELM AG is a family-owned, internationally active company based in Hamburg, Germany. With over 120 years of experience, HELM is one of the leading distributors in the chemical industry. The company operates in more than 30 countries, supplying chemicals, crop protection products, pharmaceutical ingredients, fertilizers, and food and feed additives worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
SAP Procurement Specialist - Indirects
Helvetia is a globally active Swiss insurance group. The group of companies has been organised in a holding structure since 1996. The head office of Helvetia Group is located in St. Gallen.
Attendees' job titles:
CPO
Hengst SE is a German automotive supplier and filtration specialist headquartered in Münster that develops, manufactures and supplies high‑performance filtration systems and components for engines, transmissions, hydraulics and air management for automotive and industrial applications, focusing on clean air and fluid solutions to improve efficiency, protection and sustainability.
Attendees' job titles:
Risk Manager Purchasing
Hermes Europe is an umbrella organisation of eleven companies, including Hermes Germany GmbH (HG for short) and Hermes Einrichtungs Service GmbH & Co. KG (HES for short). Hermes Europe was founded in 2009 and is a subsidiary of the Otto Group in the Service segment. Hermes Europe is the successor to Hermes-Versand, which was founded in Hamburg in 1972 by Otto-Versand and the Werner Velbinger Organisation.
The range of services offered by the companies operating under the Hermes brand includes sourcing, quality assurance, transport, fulfilment, parcel services (B2C and C2C sector) and 2-man handling. Hermes employs around 15,500 people worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Central Procurement
Hero Group is an internationally active food company headquartered in Lenzburg, Switzerland, founded in 1886, that develops, produces and markets fruit and dairy products, baby food, cereals and convenience food, focusing on high-quality ingredients, innovative recipes and sustainable production and sourcing practices to serve consumers across global markets.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement Excellence
Hertha, Berliner Sport-Club (Hertha B.S.C.) e. V. – usually referred to as Hertha BSC for short, colloquially also known as ‘the old lady’ – is a sports club from Berlin.
The club is based in Berlin's Westend district in Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf and is best known for its football division, whose first men's team has won the German championship twice.
Attendees' job titles:
Director of Digital, IT, Purchasing & eSports
Hirslanden Group is the largest private healthcare provider in Switzerland, operating a network of around 16 hospitals, outpatient surgery units and medical centres that offer personalised, high‑quality medical care from prevention to treatment for patients of all ages, supported by experienced specialists and integrated services both in‑person and digitally
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic Purchasing
The HOPPE Holding AG is an internationally active family‑owned company with roots in Germany, founded in 1952 by Friedrich Hoppe and now headquartered in Switzerland, operating more than 20 locations on three continents with around 2,300 employees and specializing in the development, production and marketing of high‑quality hardware systems for doors and windows made of aluminum, stainless steel, plastic and brass, with the company regarded as a market leader in Europe and known for innovation, quality and long‑term family‑oriented management.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Procurement Global
Horn & Company is a German management consulting firm specializing in strategy, organization, and operational excellence. The company primarily advises banks, insurance providers, and industrial and commercial enterprises on transforming business models, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency and profitability. Horn & Company is known for its implementation-focused consulting approach, combining analytical expertise with practical execution.
Attendees' job titles:
Geschäftsführender PartnerAssociate Partner
HOSTKEY is a Netherlands‑based hosting and IT infrastructure provider headquartered in Amsterdam that offers dedicated servers, virtual private servers, GPU‑accelerated hardware, private cloud solutions, colocation, equipment leasing and other web hosting services hosted in Tier III data centers across Europe, the USA and Turkey for corporate and private clients seeking reliable performance, connectivity and customized solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Manager
ias Aktiengesellschaft is a German provider of occupational health, safety and corporate well‑being services, delivering tailored solutions in occupational medicine, workplace safety, psychology and preventive health to support companies in fostering healthy and secure working environments. With around 50 years of experience and an interdisciplinary approach, the company works with clients nationwide from its base in Berlin to improve employee health, safety and performance through consulting, diagnostics and customized programmes.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead procurement
IMPCT gGmbH is a non-profit organisation based in Hamburg that has been operating since 2017 and is committed to promoting sustainable development, social justice and future viability.
As a non-profit limited liability company (gGmbH), IMPCT advises and supports non-profit organisations, foundations, social entrepreneurs and other partners in strategy development, organisational development, impact management and transformation towards sustainability – often in line with the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Attendees' job titles:
Founder / CEO
IMS Gear is a leading company in Gear Technology in the automotive and industrial sectors, with an international presence, serving as a partner for globally operating customers, and driving consistent innovation. We specialize in crafting tailored solutions for diverse sectors, including industrial applications, medical engineering and pioneering e-mobility concepts. From development to manufacturing and logistics, we realize both components and complete gear solutions at the highest level. Our commitment to setting new standards extends beyond the automotive industry, as we empower our partners to propel forward with purpose and precision.
Attendees' job titles:
VP Purchasing
INFICON Holding AG is a Swiss‑headquartered global technology company that develops, manufactures and supplies innovative instruments, critical sensor technologies and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions for analysis, measurement and control in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, vacuum coating, automotive, refrigeration and environmental monitoring, with products ranging from gas leak detectors and mass spectrometers to process control sensors and software used by equipment makers and end‑users worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Indirect Buyerproject procurementHead of Strategic Procurement
Infineon Technologies is a global leader in the semiconductor industry, headquartered in Neubiberg near Munich, Germany. The company designs and manufactures innovative microelectronic solutions used in automotive, industrial, energy efficiency, and security applications. Infineon is known for its high quality, technological innovation, and sustainable solutions that support digitalization and decarbonization.
Attendees' job titles:
Global Procurement Senior Manager
InterGen (UK) Ltd. is a London‑registered energy company operating as an independent power producer in the United Kingdom since 1995, delivering flexible and reliable electricity through multiple gas‑fired power stations with multi‑gigawatt capacity and supplying power and services to utilities and system operators, known for its role in supporting a stable energy supply and contributing to the energy transition.
Attendees' job titles:
Materials Controller
ISEKI-Maschinen GmbH is a machinery company based out of Rudolf-Diesel-Straße 4, Meerbusch, NRW, Germany.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
itemis AG is a German IT consulting and software engineering company headquartered in Dortmund that develops custom software solutions and advanced engineering tools, combining expertise in model‑based systems engineering, cloud & enterprise applications, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to support digital transformation for industries like automotive, aviation, rail and industrial automation with scalable products, services and consulting.
Attendees' job titles:
Executive VP Sales & CommunicationExecutive Vice President Cloud & Enterprise
Jet is the brand name of the petrol station network and petroleum products of the US petroleum company Phillips 66, which was formed in 2012 through the split-up of ConocoPhillips. The brand operates over 800 petrol stations in Germany and around 150 in Austria.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Lead
Attendees' job titles:
Team Leader Strategic PurchasingHead of Product Management and Purchasing
KAEFER’s mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services. KAEFER specialises in insulation, access, surface protection, passive fire protection, as well as interior outfitting. The company turns over approximately €2.3 billion per year across its Industry, Marine & Offshore and Construction divisions. Headquartered in Bremen, Germany, KAEFER is active at more than 5,500 sites around the world with a workforce of 33,000. The associated technical expertise and our cultural diversity are only some of our strengths.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing
KAGes – Steiermärkische Krankenanstalten is a leading provider in the field of healthcare and hospital management in Styria, Austria. It operates a network of hospitals and medical facilities that ensure high-quality patient care, research, and education. With a strong focus on medical quality, patient safety, and innovation, KAGes supports the health of the population and positions itself as a reliable partner in regional healthcare.
Attendees' job titles:
Leadbuyer
Kajima Deutschland GmbH is a German subsidiary founded in 2023 and headquartered in Berlin, part of the globally renowned Kajima Corporation headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It brings international construction and project expertise to the German and European market, offering a full range of services from architectural and engineering planning to design and delivery of complex construction and revitalization projects in logistics, industrial, retail and commercial sectors. The company combines global know-how with high German quality and sustainability standards, creates innovative and economically sound built solutions, and emphasizes collaborative partnerships with clients and stakeholders.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Manager
KERN LIEBERS, a medium-sized family company. The headquarter is based in southwest Germany. As the global market leader we have been setting standards for over 135 years. Our Smart Springs and Smart Parts are intelligent, functional components engineered to meet the highest technical specifications and to ensure maximum performance. Each spring and every part does not just have a single purpose - but rahter takes on responsibility for the functionality ans reliability of the entire system. The KERN LIEBERS group includes about over 40 locations around the world and develops and manufactures Smart Springs and Smart Parts of the highest quality.
Attendees' job titles:
SVP Corporate Purchasing
Klosterfrau Zürich AG (also Klosterfrau Healthcare Group) is a Swiss pharmaceutical company in the self-medication sector with headquarters in Zurich and operational headquarters in Cologne. The Group's main product is Klosterfrau Melissa Spirit, a distillate made from medicinal plants.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Purchaser Indirect MaterialHead of Strategic ProcurementStrategic Buyer
Kneipp GmbH is a German company that makes natural health and care products like bath items, creams, body care and wellness goods. It was started in 1891 and is based near Würzburg, Germany. The brand uses ideas from Sebastian Kneipp about water, plants, movement, nutrition and balance to support healthy everyday life. Kneipp products are sold in many countries and the company has around 700 employees worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Purchaser
Körber Technologies GmbH is the lead company of the Körber Business Area Technologies. Körber is an international technology group with about 13,000 employees at more than 100 locations worldwide. In the Business Areas Pharma, Supply Chain, and Technologies, the Körber Group offers products, solutions and services that inspire. We, the Körber Business Area Technologies, develop customized solutions in the areas of machinery, equipment, software, measuring instruments, flavors, and services with a focus on the food and beverage industry. Beyond, our range of offerings includes innovative concepts for battery cell production. With our 25 global production, sales and service locations, we see ourselves as a strategic partner to our customers. Always keeping their goals in mind, we supply, deliver and integrate outperforming technologies with passion, precision and performance to help them reach their full potential.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Purchasing – Mechanics Manager
König & Bauer MetalPrint is a company in the field of printing and packaging technology, specializing in innovative solutions for metal printing. With state-of-the-art technology and high precision, the company provides its clients with efficient, high-quality printing processes for packaging, labels, and specialized applications. Through extensive experience, technical expertise, and customer-focused solutions, König & Bauer MetalPrint positions itself as a trusted partner for the metal packaging industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Buyer
Leopold Kostal GmbH & Co. KG is a family-owned company based in Lüdenscheid that develops and manufactures electronic and mechatronic products, particularly for the automotive industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Executive VP Procurement & SCM
KOSTAL Automobil Elektrik is an internationally active automotive supplier headquartered in Lüdenscheid, specializing in the development and production of electronic and mechatronic components for vehicles, including control units, sensors, and driver assistance systems, and known for innovation, high quality standards, and strong expertise in automotive electronics.
Attendees' job titles:
Vice President Procurement - Group Procurement Indirect
KOSTBAR Strukturgesellschaft is a specialized company focused on the development, planning, and implementation of complex projects in construction, infrastructure, and real estate management. The company provides tailored solutions that combine technical expertise, economic efficiency, and sustainable concepts. With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and long-term value creation, KOSTBAR Strukturgesellschaft supports its clients in successfully executing projects and establishing future-proof structures.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement management and contract management
Krones AG is a German manufacturer listed on the MDAX index that produces equipment and machinery for the production, filling and packaging of beverages and liquid foods in PET and glass bottles as well as beverage cans. The company is based in Neutraubling near Regensburg in Bavaria.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Local Supply Planning
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic ProcurementHead of Group Procurement
Lactosan is one of the leading manufacturers of products based on live lactic acid bacteria. The core business is the production and formulation of probiotics for animal nutrition and the production of starter cultures for silage as animal feed and for biogas production. The company's strength lies in the realisation of ideas, the development of new products or processes, and production on an industrial scale. The extensive process knowledge and experience in biotechnological production, which is based on many years of research and development activities, is utilised for the contract production of a wide range of microorganisms through to the finished product.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Supply Chain Management and Purchasing
Luigi Lavazza S.p.A. is an Italian coffee company based in Turin. The company is active in the cultivation, processing and distribution of coffee beans and powder, as well as in the catering industry.
Lavazza was founded in Turin in 1895 by Luigi Lavazza. Initially, coffee was roasted and sold in a small retail shop. His grandson Emilio (1932–2010) expanded the company into one of Italy's largest coffee corporations. Today, Lavazza is best known for its espresso coffee and exports worldwide.
Lavazza S.p.A. is still family-owned today, now in its fourth generation. In recent years, Lavazza has also started opening its own coffee houses, mainly in large Italian cities and at motorway service stations, and is now also making a few forays into Germany. The company employs around 4,200 people worldwide and generated sales of around 2.7 billion euros in 2022.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe is the municipal public transport company of the city of Leipzig, responsible for operating local public transport services, including trams and buses. The company ensures reliable, safe, and environmentally friendly mobility for residents and visitors. With a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and customer service, Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe continuously works to make public transport efficient, promote modern transportation solutions, and enhance the quality of life in the city.
Attendees' job titles:
Digitalization and Process ManagerStrategic Buyer
LG Electronics Deutschland GmbH is the German branch of LG Electronics, a global technology company from South Korea. It offers consumer electronics, home appliances, smartphones, displays and air solutions for private and business customers. The company provides sales, marketing, service and support in Germany and works to bring innovative and smart technology to homes and businesses.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
The Libri GmbH is a leading German book wholesaler headquartered in Hamburg with a central logistics hub in Bad Hersfeld, operating since 1928 as a key link between publishers, brick‑and‑mortar bookstores and online retailers, offering a wide range of print books, eBooks and specialty titles, delivering overnight through modern logistics and IT infrastructures and known for reliable book distribution, innovative services and supporting cultural diversity in the book market.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Risk & GovernanceDirector Procurement Umdasch GroupProcurement Technologies & Processes
The Limburger Packaging Group, also known as LIMBURGER – The Packaging Group, is a leading European manufacturer of high‑quality metal packaging solutions with a tradition of over 150 years that produces a wide range of containers such as cans, bottles, canisters, buckets and other metal packaging for chemical‑technical applications, food and cosmetics markets while continuously innovating through modern digitalized production, maintaining a strong customer focus and integrating comprehensive expertise across its group companies to strengthen its presence and meet diverse industry needs.
Attendees' job titles:
Supply Chain Manager
Lufthansa Technik is the world's leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul services and modifications in the civil aviation industry. With tailor-made maintenance programs and the most advanced repair procedures, they ensure the reliability and availability of their customers' aircraft fleets. With more than 26,000 employees* and over 30 international subsidiaries, the Lufthansa Technik Group offers a full range of aircraft technology services in the business segments Maintenance, Overhaul, Equipment Support, Engines, Landing Gear, VIP Services, Innovation and Digital Fleet Solutions to about 800 customers around the world.
Attendees' job titles:
Referent Corporate PurchasingExcellence ManagerinManager Procurement ExcellenceSenior Manager Corporate ProcurementManager Governance Procurement ExcellenceCorporate Purchasing Manager
MABEG Kreuschner GmbH & Co. KG is a German company founded in 1921 that develops, produces, sells, installs and maintains products for public transport and public spaces. The company makes city furniture like bus shelters, bike parking and benches as well as passenger information systems and signs for transit stops. It works with architects, planners and customers to create solutions that are durable, functional and fit local needs, and its products are sold and used across Europe. Its quality systems follow ISO 9001 standards and the team at the headquarters in Soest supports projects from idea to installation.
Attendees' job titles:
CPO / head of procurement
MPC Machmour Procurement Consulting is a consulting firm in the field of procurement that provides strategic purchasing and supply services to businesses, including support in process optimization, contract negotiations, and framework agreement execution based on public procurement regulations and best practices in procurement management.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement manager for public sector clients
MAHLE is an international company in the field of automotive supply and engine technology, specializing in innovative solutions for powertrain systems, filtration, thermal management, and e-mobility. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and technological innovation, MAHLE supports vehicle manufacturers worldwide in developing sustainable and high-performance mobility solutions. Through extensive expertise, research, and global presence, MAHLE positions itself as a trusted partner in the automotive industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Project Purchasing Europe
Mainova AG is the leading energy service provider in Frankfurt am Main and energy partner for private and corporate customers throughout Germany.
Mainova supplies more than one million people with electricity, gas, heat and water and is a strong partner for complex large-scale projects, the future-oriented expansion of cities and tailor-made solutions for your own home.
Thanks to a wide range of partnerships with companies from its investment portfolio, Mainova offers products and services relating to renewable energies, electromobility, car sharing, energy efficiency, digital infrastructures and mobile heating and cooling centers in addition to traditional supply infrastructures.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Operational Procurement and ProcessesCoordinator for Procurement Processes and AutomationAdministrator for Procurement Processes and Automation
Mann + Hummel GmbH is an internationally active German filtration specialist headquartered in Ludwigsburg that develops and manufactures filtration and separation technologies for automotive and industrial customers, including air, oil and fuel filters as well as solutions for water and air purification, and is known worldwide for high quality and performance standards, innovative filtration technologies and a wide range of applications.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Procurement EuropeDirector Global Sustainability & CSR
Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Rietheim-Weilheim, Marquardt is one of the world's leading manufacturers of mechatronic switching and operating systems. The mechatronics specialist's products - including operating components, vehicle access, driving authorisation and battery management systems for electric vehicles - are used by many well-known customers in the automotive industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Marquardt Business Services (MBS)
Marriott Hotels & Resorts is Marriott International's brand of full-service hotels and resorts based in Bethesda, Maryland.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager ProcurementDirector Procurement Field Operations
MAX STREICHER – SE & Co. KG aA is a German family‑owned construction and engineering company headquartered in Nürnberg that operates across civil engineering, tunnelling and underground construction, infrastructure projects, environmental services, road and bridge construction, and building works, delivering complex turnkey projects with an emphasis on technical expertise, safety and innovation.
Attendees' job titles:
purchasing agentProject Controller
Maxion Wheels, a division of Iochpe-Maxion S.A., is the world’s leading steel and aluminum wheel supplier. Our low-CO2 expertise and energy-efficient designs help cars, buses, trucks and trailers achieve real-world carbon footprint reductions. Our diverse global teams and inclusive culture powers every advance we make.
Attendees' job titles:
Purchasing Manager
MB Energy Holding GmbH & Co. KG is an independent and integrated energy company headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, that supplies, trades and markets petroleum products, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), chemicals, biofuels and other liquid and gaseous fuels for transportation, heating and industrial use, operating through a broad logistics and storage network with numerous sales and distribution sites and actively engaging in innovation and the energy transition toward lower‑emission and alternative fuel solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Manager
Attendees' job titles:
Expert Procurement ManagerExpert Purchasing & ProcessesLead Finance & Procurement
Mecklenburger Metallguss GmbH is a German industrial company based in Waren (Müritz) that specializes in the design and production of large ship propellers and metal castings. Founded in 1875, it has over 150 years of experience in foundry technology and is a global leader in manufacturing very large propellers for the maritime industry. The company develops customised propulsion solutions, produces high-performance components from copper alloys and supplies customers worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
head of procurement
Attendees' job titles:
Global Purchasing Operations
Mediengruppe Pressedruck is a German media company based in Augsburg that operates regional newspapers, magazines, digital platforms and printing services, providing news, information and advertising solutions to audiences and businesses in Bavaria while combining traditional journalism with modern digital media and publishing technologies.
Attendees' job titles:
Group Head Procurement & Sustainability
At Merck, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Category Chemicals - Sourcing Life Science
Merz Pharma GmbH & Co. KGaA is an international aesthetics and pharmaceutical company with headquarters in Frankfurt am Main, German production sites in Reinheim and Dessau, and other international locations.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead Supply Chain PurchasingSupply Chain & Artwork Specialist
Minimax Viking is an internationally active provider of fire protection solutions headquartered in Bad Oldesloe, specializing in the development and delivery of systems for preventive and active fire protection, and known for high safety standards, technical expertise, and reliable protection solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Strategic Purchasing
Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan is the state agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan responsible for the development, promotion, and protection of culture in the country. The ministry supports art, music, literature, theater, museums, and cultural heritage, implementing initiatives to preserve traditional values and promote contemporary cultural expressions. Its goal is to showcase Azerbaijan’s cultural heritage nationally and internationally and to ensure cultural participation for all citizens.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Supply Chain and Property Department
MOCOM Compounds GmbH & Co. KG is a German company based in Hamburg that develops and produces customised plastics and high‑performance thermoplastic compounds for the plastics processing industry. It offers a wide range of technical materials including products made with recycled content and serves markets such as automotive, electronics, home and garden, and sports. MOCOM is part of the Otto Krahn Group and has production sites in Germany, the USA and China, with around 800 employees working on material development, production and support for customers worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Director Supply Chain & Procurement
Rücker GmbH is a dairy based in Aurich. The family business was originally founded on Fehmarn in 1890.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Attendees' job titles:
Supply Chain Sustainability Expert
The Samvardhana Motherson Group (SMG) has over 135,000 employees worldwide, generated revenue of US$10 billion in the 2019/2020 financial year and is one of the world's 22 largest automotive suppliers.
Attendees' job titles:
Vice President Procurement
MSC Germany is the German branch of the global shipping and logistics company MSC, part of the MSC Group that runs one of the world’s largest container transport networks. It helps customers move goods by sea and land using a global network of ships, routes and local offices, and offers logistics services in Germany including transport of sensitive products like pharmaceuticals. The company is expanding its operations in Hamburg with a new Germany headquarters.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Buyer
MSM Media is a media and marketing company based in Germany that offers services in advertising, content creation, digital media strategies, branding and communications to help businesses increase visibility and engagement across online and offline channels.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Growth
The Nacional Radio and Television of Lithuania is Lithuania’s national public broadcaster, offering a wide range of radio and television programs. It focuses on delivering high-quality, informative, and entertaining content that covers culture, education, and news. With a strong emphasis on independence, diversity, and social responsibility, it serves as a trusted source of information for the public and promotes Lithuanian culture and identity.
Attendees' job titles:
Head Of Public Procurement
NASA is the US civil federal agency for space travel and aeronautics, founded in 1958. Its headquarters are located in Washington, D.C. NASA is also an important geoscientific research institution and provides most of the research funding for climate science research in the United States.
Attendees' job titles:
Acting Deputy Assistant Administrator for the Office of Procurement, Agency Procurement Ombudsman & Competition Advocate
naturenergie is a sustainable energy company focused on the generation and supply of clean electricity from renewable sources such as hydropower solar and wind the company aims to actively support the energy transition by providing customers with environmentally friendly and future oriented energy solutions in addition to supplying electricity naturenergie is also involved in energy efficiency innovative technologies and regional projects to promote sustainable development and make a long term positive impact on the climate and society
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement and Logistics Specialist
Nedschroef is considered one of the leading development and manufacturing partners in forming technology and can look back on more than 130 years of experience. The company is active worldwide and covers a wide range of services – from design and prototyping to trade, production and logistics. Its goal is to support customers in meeting current and future requirements.
Thanks to this comprehensive expertise, Nedschroef works with both established companies and young firms of various sizes in the manufacturing industry, for example in the automotive, racing, aviation and construction sectors. Together with its customers, the company develops ideas, puts them into practice and thus creates tailor-made solutions for their needs.
Attendees' job titles:
CPO/ Global Procurement Director
Neste Germany GmbH is the German branch of Neste, a global company that develops and sells renewable fuels and materials. It works on renewable diesel, sustainable aviation fuel and renewable feedstocks for polymers and chemicals from sustainable raw materials like waste oils and fats. Neste aims to help customers reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support a shift toward a circular economy, and its Germany office in Düsseldorf is part of the company’s international network.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager Chemical Recycling
Nestlé Deutschland AG, based in Frankfurt am Main, is one of the leading food companies in Germany and part of the globally operating Nestlé Group. With around 6,700 employees and 12 production sites, Nestlé offers a wide range of well-known brands such as Maggi, KitKat, Thomy, and Beba. The company stands for quality, innovation, and sustainability in food production.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Project Manager
Regional telecommunications company in the area of Cologne and Bonn (Germany). Operator of an own telecommunications network and full service provider in all areas of communications – voice, data and Internet
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Buyer
nintendo of europe is the european subsidiary of the japanese company nintendo and is responsible for the distribution marketing and localization of video games consoles and digital services across europe the company supports multiple markets ensuring that well known brands and games are adapted to the linguistic and cultural needs of each country with a strong focus on innovation quality and entertainment nintendo of europe helps deliver unique interactive experiences that engage players of all ages
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Leader
The NKD Group is a leading value textile discounter in Europe offering a wide range of current seasonal fashion for the whole family as well as home textiles and accessories at attractive prices and operating thousands of stores across Central Europe with an emphasis on quality, affordability and convenient local retail and online shopping experiences while leveraging data‑driven decision‑making and sustainability commitments to meet customer needs and support long‑term growth.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Product and Purchasing Management
NutriPur is a company in the field of dietary supplements and health products, specializing in the development and distribution of high-quality vitamins, minerals, and supplements. With a strong focus on quality, purity, and scientifically backed formulations, NutriPur supports the health and well-being of its customers. Through experience, modern production technologies, and a comprehensive product range, NutriPur positions itself as a trusted partner in the field of healthy nutrition.
Attendees' job titles:
CEO & Founder
Occhio is a German lighting design company founded in 1999 and based in Munich that creates high‑end modular lighting systems and luminaires for residential and commercial spaces known for their exceptional design, unique light quality and intuitive usability, positioning itself as an international luxury lifestyle brand that combines innovation, craftsmanship and a new culture of light to enhance people’s quality of life through premium lighting solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Procurement Manager
Öhring und Kollegen Unternehmensberatung GmbH is a German management consulting firm based in Bad Nauheim that specializes in procurement and cost management, particularly for indirect materials and IT-related categories such as software, IT services and telecommunications, helping companies optimize purchasing strategies, supplier and contract management, processes and cost structures to achieve sustainable efficiency and performance improvements.
Attendees' job titles:
Category Manager Software
Olympus K.K., listed on the Nikkei 225, is a Japanese manufacturer of opto-digital products for business, leisure, medical, scientific and industrial applications.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Global Procurement
OMV is an international company in the field of energy and natural resources, specializing in the exploration, production, refining, and marketing of oil and gas. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and efficiency, OMV provides solutions for energy supply to industry, commerce, and households. Through technological expertise, global presence, and responsible practices, OMV positions itself as a trusted partner in the energy sector.
Attendees' job titles:
CPO Senior Vice President Procurement
Ortenau Klinikum is a regional hospital network based in the Ortenau district in Baden‑Württemberg, Germany, that provides comprehensive medical care at multiple locations including Offenburg and is operated as an independent non‑profit public law institution. The network includes several hospitals with specialized clinics and centers and treats tens of thousands of patients annually in both inpatient and outpatient settings across a wide range of services from surgery and internal medicine to obstetrics and emergency care, with a coordinated team of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals focused on patient‑centered care.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Purchaser
Otanbau GmbH is a company in the construction industry specializing in building and renovation services. Its range of services includes structural and civil engineering, refurbishment work, and customized construction projects for private and commercial clients. The company focuses on quality, reliability, and customer-oriented project execution
Attendees' job titles:
Buyer
Otark GmbH is a German greentech startup based in Frankfurt am Main that operates a digital B2B platform for trading and procuring certified green electricity. The company’s platform directly connects energy producers, buyers, public utilities, and consultants in a digital marketplace to simplify, speed up, and make transparent the traditionally complex process of renewable energy procurement. Otark’s mission is to make renewable energy more accessible for businesses, accelerate the energy transition, and offer efficient solutions through automated processes and standardized Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
Attendees' job titles:
Co-Founder & CEOHead of Growth
Attendees' job titles:
Sales Manager
Panther Packaging GmbH & Co. KG is a German family‑owned packaging company based in Tornesch near Hamburg. It makes corrugated board, packaging, printed displays and related services for businesses across Europe. The company develops and produces custom packaging from idea to finished products, including transport boxes, sales displays and printed solutions, and supports customers with consulting, design and logistics. Panther has many sites in Germany and supplies companies in different industries with quality and sustainable packaging solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of procurement
The Papier- und Kartonfabrik Varel GmbH & Co. KG is a traditional family‑run company based in Varel that has been producing high‑quality corrugated papers and board from recycled paper for the national and international packaging industry since 1938, with an annual production capacity of around 970,000 tons and a strong focus on sustainability, resource efficiency, quality, and reliable customer solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of purchasing waste paper
Paul Lange & Co. GmbH is a German company that supplies bicycles, e-bikes, parts and accessories to bike dealers and workshops. It was founded in 1930 and is based in Stuttgart. The company distributes well-known brands, provides technical support, training and service solutions, and helps retailers and repair shops offer quality products and services to their customers.
Attendees' job titles:
head of procurementKey-User
PAUL Tech is a German technology company headquartered in Mannheim that develops and deploys innovative AI‑driven energy efficiency solutions to reduce CO₂ emissions and increase the value of existing buildings by improving energy performance and meeting future ESG requirements. With its integrated PAUL Net Zero platform combining intelligent control systems, heat pumps and photovoltaics, the company partners with real estate investors and asset managers to transform properties toward climate neutrality and lower operating costs while enhancing sustainability and profitability.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Penzkofer Bau GmbH is a German construction and real estate development company based in Regen in the Bavarian Forest that plans, develops, builds and markets a wide range of projects as a builder, general contractor and developer. The company delivers turnkey residential buildings, multi‑family housing, commercial and industrial construction, and entire neighbourhood developments, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technologies, digital planning and sustainable concepts to create high‑quality and future‑oriented spaces. Penzkofer Bau provides comprehensive services from project conception to turnkey handover and operates primarily in Lower Bavaria, Upper Bavaria and the Upper Palatinate.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic and Operational Procurement
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. or Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG is Switzerland's most important aircraft manufacturer. Training and smaller multi-purpose aircraft are manufactured at the company's headquarters in Stans. Pilatus also has subsidiaries in the USA and Australia. Another subsidiary for aircraft maintenance, Altenrhein Aviation AG at St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, was also part of the group from 2003 to 2015. In 2018, the Pilatus AG group generated sales of 1.09 billion Swiss francs with 2,283 employees worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Corporate ProcurementHead of Procurement Indirect Goods & Services
Plasser & Theurer Services is an internationally active company headquartered in Wiener Neustadt, providing service, maintenance, and repair solutions for track construction machines and railway infrastructure, and known for technical expertise, reliability, and comprehensive support in railway technology.
Attendees' job titles:
Manager
Pöttinger Landtechnik is an internationally active manufacturer of agricultural machinery headquartered in Grieskirchen, founded in 1871, specializing in grassland equipment, soil cultivation, and seeding technology, and known for innovative, high-quality, and practical solutions for modern farming.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Porsche Consulting GmbH is a German management consulting company and part of the Porsche Group. It advises businesses on strategy, operations, process optimization and digital transformation, helping them improve efficiency, quality and performance. The company works with clients in different industries worldwide and combines practical solutions with innovative approaches.
Attendees' job titles:
procurementHead of Procurement & Travel Management
OVHcloud, legally OVH Groupe SA, is a French cloud computing and internet infrastructure company founded in 1999 with headquarters in Roubaix that provides a broad range of web hosting, dedicated servers, VPS, public and private cloud solutions and other online services to millions of customers worldwide through a global network of data centers, positioning itself as one of Europe’s leading cloud and hosting providers focused on innovation, scalability, data sovereignty and reliable technology infrastructure.
Attendees' job titles:
Global category director
Procurion is an international procurement software and services company that provides solutions to help organizations digitize and optimize their purchasing and supply chain processes, offering tools for spend analysis, supplier management, sourcing, contract lifecycle management, and procurement automation to improve efficiency, transparency, and cost control across the procure‑to‑pay cycle.
Attendees' job titles:
managing director
ProLux Systemtechnik is a modern mid‑size full‑service provider with roots in the automotive sector and over 30 years of experience, headquartered in Blaustein, Germany, that has developed into the European market leader for professional towing and recovery equipment and also offers a comprehensive portfolio including vehicle and workshop equipment, workwear and high‑visibility clothing as well as related technical solutions supported by advertising technology, LED lighting products and international sales partners to meet diverse B2B customer needs worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Technical Purchasing
Provinzial Holding AG is the second-largest public insurance company in Germany. The Group was formed in mid-2020 from the merger between Provinzial Rheinland and Provinzial NordWest Versicherungsgruppe.
Attendees' job titles:
Purchasing Manager IT
Provinzial Holding is a public insurance group based in Münster and Düsseldorf, providing insurance and financial services for private and business customers, and known for its regional focus, reliability, and comprehensive range of insurance and pension solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
System Administrator in Corporate Procurement
Quarzwerke is an independent, family‑owned German company with over 140 years of experience in the extraction, processing and refinement of industrial minerals such as quartz, kaolin, feldspar, wollastonite and mica, producing more than 700 high‑quality mineral products that are sold in around 50 countries and widely used in industries from ceramics and glass to polymers and construction, with a strong commitment to sustainability, innovation and responsible partnership with customers.
Attendees' job titles:
head of procurement IT
Rajapack is a leading European provider of comprehensive packaging, shipping, storage and workplace supply solutions operating as part of the RAJA Group, a company with over 70 years of experience and more than 2 million business customers across 19 countries that offers an extensive range of high‑quality packaging materials and equipment including cardboard boxes, protective films, tapes, envelopes, storage and handling products as well as customized and sustainable packaging services supported by fast delivery and professional customer service to help companies optimize their procurement and logistics processes.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Key Account ManagementDirektor Einkauf und LogistikNational Key Account Manager
RAPA Automotive is an internationally oriented automotive supplier and engineering partner headquartered in Selb that, as a wholly owned subsidiary of the RAPA Group, develops and manufactures customized valve components and complex mechatronic systems for chassis, transmission, comfort and driver assistance applications, serving as a First‑Tier supplier to premium car manufacturers and major system integrators, and is known for technical expertise, innovation and high quality with locations in Germany, the USA and China.
Attendees' job titles:
Vice President Global Supply Chain Management
RAS Saar GmbH is a German aviation maintenance company based at Saarbrücken Airport. It was formed by merging two aircraft service businesses to provide maintenance, repair, overhaul and technical support for regional jets and turboprop aircraft. From routine checks to complex services and spare parts support, RAS Saar helps airlines, aircraft owners and leasing companies keep planes flying safely and reliably, and is part of the RAS group of aviation service providers.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Supply Chain Management
RasenBallsport Leipzig GmbH is a professional German football club based in Leipzig that competes in the Bundesliga, known for developing young talent and playing an attacking style of football, and has quickly risen to prominence in German and European football since its founding in 2009.
Attendees' job titles:
Specialist ProcurementSenior Specialist Procurement
For more than 50 years it has been our mission to provide our customers with the best tool for cooking. Starting out in 1973 with only 18 employees, our success has been built on an unwavering commitment to a shared goal of continually creating value for our customers.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Procurement IT
Recaro Aircraft Seating GmbH & Co. KG is an internationally active German aircraft seating manufacturer headquartered in Schwäbisch Hall that designs, produces and supplies premium seating solutions for economy, premium and business class cabins to airlines around the world. The company is recognized as one of the leading seat suppliers in the aviation industry, focusing on lightweight ergonomic design to enhance passenger comfort, reduce weight and emissions, and operates a global network of production and service sites in Europe, North America, China and South Africa to support carriers in different regions.
Attendees' job titles:
team lead
revotail GmbH is a German technology company based in Cologne that develops and provides cloud‑based software and services to help retail and trading companies digitize and optimize their strategic procurement, contract management, data analysis and automation processes, enabling better transparency, data‑driven decisions and improved margins in purchasing and supply chain operations.
Attendees' job titles:
CEO
Rheinbahn AG (until 2005 Rheinische Bahngesellschaft AG) is a transport company founded in 1896 and based in Düsseldorf. It is part of the Rhine-Ruhr Transport Association (VRR) and operates almost all light rail, tram and bus lines for local public transport in the cities of Düsseldorf and Meerbusch, as well as in large parts of the district of Mettmann.
Attendees' job titles:
Team Leader Purchasing / Material & Services
Rheinmetall Landsysteme is a German company that designs, builds and supports military land vehicles and systems. It makes armoured tracked and wheeled vehicles, turrets and reconnaissance equipment for defence forces. The company also offers services like training, maintenance and spare parts to keep its products ready for use. It is part of the Rheinmetall Group and sells to military and institutional customers around the world.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead Reporting & Controlling
riha WeserGold Getränke GmbH & Co. KG is a German beverage company based in Rinteln that produces fruit juices, soft drinks and mineral water. It develops and fills products for its own brands and for retail partners, including private label products. The company operates several production sites in Germany and Europe and supplies retailers and customers with a wide range of drinks.
Robert Bosch GmbH is a globally leading technology and services company headquartered in Stuttgart, founded in 1886 by Robert Bosch, operating across mobility, industrial technology, consumer goods, and energy and building technology, developing innovative solutions such as automotive systems, power tools, and connected technologies, and recognized for its high quality standards, strong focus on research and development, and commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
Attendees' job titles:
Purchasing Project LeadSenior Technical Expert
The listed company Roche Holding AG (also known as the Roche Group or Roche for short), headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world with sales of around 63 billion Swiss francs (after Pfizer) and is one of the top 500 largest companies in Switzerland. Roche employs over 100,000 people worldwide.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Digital & Analytics in Roche Diagnostics Direct Procurement
Roche Egypt Pharma refers to the Egyptian operations of the Swiss healthcare company Roche, which develops and supplies medicines and diagnostic products. In Egypt the company sells innovative pharmaceutical treatments and works with local partners to make advanced medical solutions available to patients, support healthcare services and improve patient care. Roche operates offices and business units in Cairo and other cities and participates in partnerships and projects to strengthen health systems and expand access to quality treatments.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Manager
Röhm GmbH is an internationally active German chemical company headquartered in Darmstadt that is one of the world’s leading manufacturers in methacrylate chemistry, producing high‑quality methacrylate monomers, polymer molding compounds and PMMA products under well‑known brands such as PLEXIGLAS® and MERACRYL® and serving customers in fast‑growing markets including automotive, construction and medical technology, with a global production and research network and a strong emphasis on quality, innovation and reliable supply.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Technical Procurement
Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG is a globally active German manufacturer of high‑precision connection solutions in high‑frequency, high‑voltage and fiber‑optic technologies, serving customers in industries such as telecommunications, automotive, industrial measurement, data and aerospace with innovative connectors, cable assemblies and system solutions. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in Fridolfing, Bavaria, the company employs around 15,000 people worldwide, combining development expertise, quality and reliability to enable robust transmission of signals, data and energy in demanding applications across multiple high‑tech markets.
Attendees' job titles:
Commodity Manager
Attendees' job titles:
Head Of Controlling
SAG (Saarländische Aktiengesellschaft für Beteiligungen) is a German holding and investment company headquartered in Saarbrücken that manages participations in industrial, service and infrastructure businesses, focusing on strategic investments, corporate governance and long-term value creation for its subsidiaries and affiliated companies.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global Procurementhead of procurement
SAGA Unternehmensgruppe is a large municipal housing company based in Hamburg, Germany, founded in 1922 that provides affordable residential and commercial properties and plays a key role in housing supply and neighbourhood development in the city. It manages around 140,000 apartments and more than 1,400 commercial units almost exclusively in Hamburg and is considered the largest municipal housing provider in Germany, combining economic, social and climate‑oriented objectives while investing in new construction, modernization and maintenance of its housing stock.
Attendees' job titles:
CPO
Saint-Gobain Glassolutions Insulating Glass Center is a company in the field of glass and façade technology, specializing in the production and distribution of high-quality insulating glass solutions. With a strong focus on energy efficiency, quality, and customized solutions, the company supports architects, construction firms, and craft businesses in realizing modern building projects. Through technical expertise, innovative production technologies, and comprehensive service, Saint-Gobain Glassolutions Insulating Glass Center positions itself as a trusted partner in the glass industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing
With optimism and commitment. At Sanacorp, we actively shape the future of pharmacies — as a cooperative rooted in tradition and full of energy for tomorrow. At the heart of it all is togetherness.
Attendees' job titles:
SVP SCM
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Energy SolutionsManager Operativer Einkauf
The Schaeffler Group, headquartered in Herzogenaurach, is a listed German supplier to the automotive and mechanical engineering industries. The group's products include clutch systems, transmission parts, camshaft phasers, bearings and linear technology components.
Attendees' job titles:
Vice President Purchasing Framework, Digitalization & Risk Management
We are pleased to introduce ourselves to you! We are over 1,000 people behind the Schäfer Shop brand. We support you in furnishing and equipping your office, warehouse or business exactly as you need it. We offer you one of the most comprehensive and modern product and service ranges in Europe. And a personal promise: Regardless of whether you are setting up a high-bay warehouse the size of a soccer pitch or looking for a height-adjustable desk for your office, we are there for you and will find the right solution - if needed, we develop it ourselves!
Attendees' job titles:
Head of (Global) Key accountmanagementInternational Customer Solutions Consultant
Schülke & Mayr is a German company that makes products to prevent infections and keep things clean. They develop and produce disinfectants, antiseptics and hygiene products used in hospitals, care homes, industry and everyday life. The company was founded in 1889 and sells its products in many countries around the world. Its mission is to protect people’s health and safety.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Excellence Manager
WE DELIVER THE FUTURE We are Schwarz Produktion, one of Germany’s leading food producers, and we handle recycling for the retail sector. We supply food, sustainable materials, and packaging. We set the standard for quality and sustainability. And we get things done.
Attendees' job titles:
Managing Director
Scotiabank Peru is a subsidiary of the Canadian Scotiabank, headquartered in Lima, Peru. The bank provides a wide range of financial services for personal and business clients, including accounts, loans, mortgages, investment and wealth management, as well as digital banking solutions. Scotiabank Peru focuses on customer proximity, modern technology, and sustainable financial solutions to promote economic development and financial inclusion in the country.
Attendees' job titles:
Sourcing Manager Local
Scout24, based in Munich, is a listed digital company and operates the online marketplace ImmoScout24. The multi-platform of ImmoScout24 has more than 20 million visitors per month in Germany in 2021 on the website or in the app.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Procurement Manager
SCRM Consulting is a consulting firm that specializes in supply chain risk management and helps companies identify, assess and mitigate risks in their supply chains by offering services such as risk analysis, monitoring, compliance support and strategic planning to improve resilience and transparency.
Attendees' job titles:
Digital Tools & Supply Chain Expert
Semcoglas is a leading company in the flat glass industry, specializing in the production and refinement of high-quality glass for applications in architecture, construction, and industry. The company offers a wide range of products and solutions, including insulating glass, safety glass, and functional glass. With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and energy efficiency, Semcoglas contributes to the realization of modern, sustainable, and aesthetically sophisticated buildings. Through a strong network of regional locations and partners, the company ensures reliable delivery as well as customized solutions for its customers.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Central Purchasing
Senger Management GmbH is a German company based in Rheine that is part of the Senger automotive group, one of the largest car dealer groups in Germany. It provides services and support to the group’s dealerships and related businesses, including administrative, fleet and vehicle management solutions, and helps customers with vehicle sales, maintenance and mobility services. The company works with many brands and supports digital and cost‑efficient processes across the group.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic Procurement
SEW‑EURODRIVE GmbH & Co KG is a German company that makes drive and automation technology for industry. It designs and produces gear units, motors, gearmotors and electronic drives that help machines and systems move and work reliably. SEW‑EURODRIVE was started in Bruchsal in 1931 and has grown into a global family‑run business with many plants and offices around the world. The company works with many industries to deliver drive solutions and services for industrial automation.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Corporate Procurement
Shell is a global energy company with around 87,000 employees in more than 70 countries. We work together to power progress through more and cleaner energy solutions. We serve more than 30 million customers at almost 46,000 retail service stations every day.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Manager
Siemens AG is a German multinational conglomerate company headquartered in Munich and the largest industrial manufacturing company in Europe with branch offices abroad.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of ProcurementStratigic Business Development Manager Sustainability
Siemens Healthineers AG is a listed manufacturer of medical technology and comprises Siemens' activities in this field.
The name ‘Healthineers’ is a portmanteau of ‘healthcare’, “engineer” and ‘pioneer’.
Siemens Healthineers is one of the world's largest providers in the healthcare sector, with employees in 70 countries.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Procurement (Expert)
Sihl GmbH (sihl.com) is a leading manufacturer of coated speciality papers and films for high-quality printing applications. The company, which has its roots in Switzerland, specialises in digital printing media, labels and functional coatings for various industries. Sihl is known for innovative, sustainable solutions, including environmentally friendly, residue-free removable loop labels.
Attendees' job titles:
Managing Director
Sonepar Deutschland GmbH is part of the global Sonepar Group, an independent family‑owned leader in B2B electrical products distribution serving trade, craft and industry with high‑quality electrical goods, systems and innovative services through around 200 locations in Germany and more than 5,000 local employees, offering extensive product ranges, digital and on‑site support to meet customer needs. One4Business Solutions GmbH is a Düsseldorf‑based B2B distributor established in 2017 that supplies professional business customers nationwide with a broad portfolio of electrical components and systems from leading national and international manufacturers via its online shop and service solutions, focusing on high quality, long‑term planning and reliable procurement for trades and industries.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of SalesAccount Managerin
Spairliners GmbH is a German aviation company that provides maintenance, repair and supply services for aircraft parts, especially for Airbus A380 and Embraer E‑Jet planes. It was founded in 2005 as a joint venture between Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance and Lufthansa Technik. The company manages spare part pools and logistics around the world to help airlines keep their fleets flying and reduce downtime.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement & Supply Chain
Attendees' job titles:
Category Manager Investments & Projects
SPIE is a listed technical service provider for buildings, facilities and infrastructures based in Cergy-Pontoise near Paris.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead region northHead of Procurement
Sportfive (2015 to 2020: Lagardère Sports, own spelling: SPORTFIVE) is an international sports rights marketing company based in Hamburg with additional international locations and subsidiaries. The company is active in the distribution of advertising rights in the sports sector, the organisation and implementation of various sporting events, and their media-related marketing, including sponsorship and advertising.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Procurement
SRH Hochschulen is a private higher education network in Germany with many campuses, including a campus in Hamburg and one in Berlin. The Hamburg campus offers bachelor’s and master’s programmes in fields such as communication, media, marketing, business, tourism and data science, with modern classrooms and practical learning in the city centre. The SRH Hochschulen network focuses on preparing students for careers with flexible study options and individual support.
Attendees' job titles:
Professor
SSI Schäfer is a German company that provides solutions for warehouse and logistics systems. It designs and builds storage systems, shelving, automation and software that help companies store, pick and move goods efficiently. The company works with many industries and offers complete solutions from planning to installation and service, operating worldwide with many locations.
Attendees' job titles:
Category Manager
The Stadler Rail AG is an internationally active Swiss manufacturer of railway rolling stock headquartered in Bussnang, founded in 1942, producing trains, light rail vehicles, high‑speed and intercity trains as well as specialized rail solutions, operating through a global network of production and service locations, and known for high quality, technical innovation and reliable mobility solutions in the rail industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
Stadtwerke Heidelberg GmbH is a German municipal utility company based in Heidelberg that supplies electricity, natural gas, district heating and water, and provides energy services, public transport and environmental services to residents and businesses, with a strong focus on sustainability, renewable energy and the local energy transition.
Attendees' job titles:
head of procurement
Stadtwerke Kiel, abbreviated SWK, supplies the state capital of Schleswig-Holstein, Kiel, and the surrounding communities with electricity, gas, water and district heating. In addition, the energy supplier also supplies electricity and natural gas to private households and companies throughout northern Germany. Its shareholders are the state capital of Kiel (49%) and MVV Energie (51%).
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Management in Purchasing
Stadtwerke Solingen has two business areas: On the one hand, we are a municipal utility company that reliably supplies customers in the region and beyond with electricity, gas and local heating, and performs tasks in the field of water conservation and water treatment. On the other hand, we are a regional transport service provider, providing local public transport in the Solingen catchment area and thus ensuring environmentally friendly mobility.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing and Materials Management
Stölting Sales & Consulting GmbH is a German company that supports businesses with sales, consulting and service solutions. It helps companies improve sales processes, manage customer relationships and increase efficiency through practical support and tailored concepts. The company is part of the Stölting Group and works with clients in different industries across Germany.
Attendees' job titles:
Sales Manager
Sunrise Communications is a leading telecommunications company in Switzerland, offering a wide range of services including mobile communications, internet, television, and fixed-line services. The company serves both private and business customers, providing high-performance networks, innovative technologies, and customer-focused solutions. With a strong focus on quality, digitalization, and connectivity, Sunrise Communications helps connect people and businesses reliably while meeting modern communication needs.
Attendees' job titles:
VP Procurement (CPO Sunrise)
The Swisslog Holding AG is a globally active company with Swiss roots headquartered in Buchs/Aarau, Switzerland, specializing in data‑driven and robotic automation and intralogistics solutions for warehouses, distribution centers, and healthcare facilities, offering modular services, advanced software and technologies, and known for innovation, quality, and a strong international presence.
Attendees' job titles:
Director of Procurement EMEA
SycoTec is one of the world's leading manufacturers of high-speed drives. For over 50 years, we have been the recognised specialist for sophisticated drive technology in industrial and dental applications. In addition to innovative products, we offer our customers customised drive solutions, precisely tailored to their individual requirements. Flexible manufacturing options for high-quality mechanical components and assemblies round off our range.
Attendees' job titles:
CIOCEO
Sysmex Europe is the European subsidiary of the Japanese company Sysmex, specializing in the development, production, and distribution of diagnostic solutions for laboratory and healthcare applications. The company offers a wide range of devices, software solutions, and services to optimize laboratory processes and improve patient care. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and reliability, Sysmex Europe supports laboratories and medical institutions in delivering accurate diagnoses efficiently and sustainably.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic Procurement
T-Systems International GmbH is a German IT services company and part of Deutsche Telekom. It provides digital solutions for businesses, including cloud services, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity and digital transformation support. The company works with large international customers to run and improve their IT systems and business processes and operates globally with offices and data centres in many countries.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Account Executive & Teamlead New BusinessHead of Digital Sustainability Solutions and Chairman Charta digitale Vernetzung e.V.
Tabuk Pharmaceuticals is a Saudi Arabian pharmaceutical company headquartered in Tabuk that develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of generic and branded medicines, including products in areas such as antibiotics, cardiovascular, respiratory and central nervous system treatments, serving markets across the Middle East, Africa and other international regions.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Corporate Procurement Supervisor
Telefónica S.A. (formerly Compañía Telefónica Nacional de España) is a Spanish listed telecommunications company.
Telefónica is primarily active in Europe and the predominantly still fast-growing markets of Latin America. The Group is the market leader on the Spanish domestic market and in Latin America and operates under the Movistar, Vivo and O2 brands. Group companies include the internet portal Terra Networks and the call centre operator Atento. Telefónica has a global network. Telefónica Germany maintains a nationwide backbone of around 40,000 kilometres with 329 dial-up nodes.
Attendees' job titles:
Global Procurement Transformacion LeadSenior Manager of Value Added & Circular Supply Chain Services
Tesa is a brand name (proper spelling tesa; also Tesafilm) and also the name of Tesa SE, a subsidiary of Beiersdorf AG, which forms an independently managed subgroup. Under the family brand, the Tesa Group develops, produces and markets adhesive tapes and other adhesive materials for consumers and industry. tesa is one of the best-known brands in Germany.
The word Tesafilm has been included in the dictionary as a brand name. In Austria, on the other hand, Tixo is the best-known brand for adhesive tape. This is also a brand name to which Beiersdorf AG owns the rights.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement Excellence
The StepStone Group is a global private markets firm headquartered in New York that provides customized investment solutions and advisory services to institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, family offices and private clients. The firm specializes in private equity, real assets, private debt and secondary investments, offering portfolio construction, due diligence, risk management and research support to help clients access and manage diversified private markets exposures and achieve long‑term investment objectives.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead Procurement
Attendees' job titles:
Executive Director
ThyssenKrupp AG is a German multinational conglomerate with focus on industrial engineering and steel production.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability ManagerJunior Sustainability ManagerGlobal Sustainability ManagerExpert Procurement Strategy & DevelopmentGlobal Sustainability Manager
Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems is an internationally active shipbuilding and defense company headquartered in Kiel, specializing in the construction of naval and submarine systems, maritime technologies, and defense solutions, and known worldwide for innovative technology, high quality, and reliable maritime systems.
Attendees' job titles:
Category Manager
TransnetBW GmbH is a German transmission system operator headquartered in Stuttgart that operates the high‑voltage electricity transmission grid in Baden‑Württemberg, ensuring secure electricity supply for around 11 million people and industrial customers in southwest Germany, transporting power nationally and across Europe, cooperating with other grid operators and advancing the expansion and modernization of grid infrastructure as part of the energy transition
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Sustainability Manager in ProcurementTransformation ManagerTeam Lead Systems EngineeringProcurement Excellence
Trodat is the world's largest stamp manufacturer, Trotec is the global leader in laser plotters for engraving, cutting and marking and Iradion is the global market leader in ceramic CO2 laser sources.
In the 2023 financial year, the TroGroup generated sales totalling EUR 303 million and employed around 1,970 people in 44 international subsidiaries worldwide, including around 580 people in Austria.
The group of companies is present in more than 150 countries, with an export ratio of over 98 per cent. The TroGroup is based in Wels in Upper Austria, where the most important production site for stamp production, including research and development, is also located. Trotec's production and sales location is in Marchtrenk, about 2 kilometres from Wels.
TroGroup GmbH is 74.9% owned by the Müller-Just family foundations and 25.1% by the owners of the Lower Austrian ImWind Group.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global Procurement
Trumpf SE + Co. KG is the parent company of the Trumpf Group, a German mechanical engineering group headquartered in Ditzingen.
It dates back to Julius Geiger's mechanical workshop, which was taken over by Christian Trumpf in 1923. His godson Berthold Leibinger (1930–2018) turned the medium-sized engineering company into a globally recognised industrial group. Today, Trumpf is one of the largest suppliers of machine tools and is also a leader in laser technology.
Attendees' job titles:
CPOHead of Purchasing Excellence
UDO BÄR GmbH is a German B2B mail-order and e-commerce company headquartered in Duisburg that specializes in workplace equipment and industrial supplies, offering a wide range of products such as storage solutions, transport equipment, office furniture, packaging materials and safety equipment to businesses across Europe.
Attendees' job titles:
Projectmanager E-Procurement
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
umdasch Store Makers Management GmbH is the management and central holding entity of the umdasch The Store Makers division within the Umdasch Group, a family‑owned global company with more than 155 years of history, providing end‑to‑end shopfitting, retail design, general contracting and digital retail solutions for demanding retail environments and immersive brand experiences worldwide through its Multistore, Premium, Construction and Digital business units.
Attendees' job titles:
Business Development Manager
Uniper SE is a listed company that was formed in 2016 by spinning off the conventional electricity generation from coal, gas, hydropower (excluding nuclear energy) and global energy trading from E.ON. Uniper has been 99.12 per cent owned by the Federal Republic of Germany since December 2022.
The company employs more than 6,800 people in over 40 countries. The company is headquartered in Düsseldorf. The headquarters are located in the Capricorn building (Holzstraße 6) in the Medienhafen. One third of the employees work in Germany.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Vice President Performance & Excellence
van Laack & partners GmbH is a German consulting company based in Cologne that helps businesses with supply chain management, purchasing and digital transformation. It works with partners from consulting and software to deliver tailored solutions and improve processes for clients across different industries. The company was founded in 2021 and focuses on practical, network‑based support for its customers.
Attendees' job titles:
Patner
Varian Medical Systems is a global company that develops and provides medical technology for cancer treatment. It makes equipment and software for radiation therapy, imaging and oncology care that help doctors treat cancer more precisely and effectively. The company works with hospitals and clinics around the world and is part of Siemens Healthineers.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager Purchasing
VEA Beratungs is a consulting company specializing in energy and resource efficiency, primarily supporting small and medium-sized enterprises in optimizing their energy costs and processes. The range of services includes energy analyses, procurement strategies, as well as tailored consulting solutions to improve efficiency and sustainability. With a practical approach and solid expertise, VEA Beratungs helps its clients achieve long-term savings potential and position themselves for a sustainable future.
Attendees' job titles:
Project Manager
verhandlungssache. offers tailor-made coaching and training solutions in the field of negotiation – for companies, private individuals and, in particular, female executives (‘female leadership’). The services range from workshops for purchasing and sales to individual consulting for salary or real estate negotiations to strategic support for female executives. The aim is to strengthen negotiation skills, develop individual styles and thus achieve better results.
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Attendees' job titles:
Founder & CEO
A total of 500 employees, employed full-time, part-time or on a temporary basis, shape the professional image of our family-run company through their actions. VfL Bochum 1848 is a Bochum boy. Blue and white are our colors, the Ruhrpott our region, Bochum our home and Castroper Straße our home! Deep in the west, we form a real community: the Kurve, members, employees, players and partners are fans. We accept all challenges and want to win every game - we work hard and honestly to achieve this.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement
VfL Wolfsburg is a German professional football club based in Wolfsburg. It plays in the Bundesliga and is known for its men’s and women’s teams. The club was founded in 1945 and is supported by Volkswagen. VfL Wolfsburg offers professional football, youth development and fan activities and competes at national and international level.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement of Services
Viega is one of the world's leading manufacturers of installation technology for plumbing and heating. Our product range comprises around 17,000 items from the areas of pipework, pre-wall and drainage, which are used almost everywhere: in building technology as well as in the utility industry or in industrial plant and shipbuilding.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager Procurement Excellence
Sustainable technologies for future generations.
The Voith Group is a globally active technology group. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive markets. Founded in 1867, Voith is today one of the largest family-owned companies in Europe with around 22,000 employees, €5.5 billion in sales and locations in over 60 countries around the world.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Procurement Processes and Digitisation
Vorwerk & Co. KG is a German multinational direct‑sales and manufacturing company headquartered in Wuppertal that develops, produces and markets household products and appliances such as the Thermomix® kitchen machine, Kobold vacuum cleaners and other cleaning systems, combining innovative product design with direct customer engagement through its sales network in numerous countries.
Attendees' job titles:
Corporate PurchasingExpert Corporate Purchasing E-Procurement
VS Vereinigte Spezialmöbelfabriken GmbH & Co. KG is a German furniture company founded in 1898 and based in Tauberbischofsheim, Germany. It makes and supplies furniture and room solutions for schools, offices and other work and learning spaces. The company produces school desks, seating, office furniture and complete interior systems and sells them in Germany and abroad. VS is family‑owned, works with its own planning, sales and production teams and aims to create functional, durable and well‑designed environments for education and work.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Purchasing Department
WestLotto is the state lottery company for the German state of North Rhine‑Westphalia. It runs legal lotteries like LOTTO 6aus49, Eurojackpot and other games in a safe and regulated way and offers tickets in shops, online and via mobile apps. WestLotto uses a share of the money from ticket sales to support public causes such as sports, culture, welfare and nature protection in the region and works to protect players with strong consumer and youth protection measures. The company was founded in 1955 and has around 400 employees at its headquarters in Münster.
Attendees' job titles:
head of procurement & logistic
White Label Advisory is Germany's largest general contractor for consulting services. We work exclusively with excellent medium-sized management consultancies. Our clients thus benefit from excellent consulting quality at standardized daily rates, a digital tendering and award process, and consulting at eye level.
Attendees' job titles:
Digital Sales Management
WiBU PflegePlus GmbH is a company based in Ahrensburg that is part of the WiBU Group, specializing in wholesale and retail as well as the provision of products and services for medical and care needs and offering care facilities, hospitals and other social institutions a comprehensive range of more than 9,000 items including consumables, investment goods, continence and hygiene solutions, together with advisory and support services focused on personal consultation, fast delivery and professional support in everyday care.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Excellence Manager
Wiener Netze GmbH is an Austrian infrastructure company based in Vienna. It operates and maintains the city’s electricity, gas, and district heating networks, as well as public lighting, ensuring reliable service for residents and businesses. Wiener Netze focuses on grid security, sustainable energy supply, and innovative solutions to make the city’s infrastructure ready for the energy transition and digitalization.
Attendees' job titles:
ESG Manager | Specialist in Environment and Climate
Attendees' job titles:
Head of PurchasingStrategic Purchaser
Woolworth GmbH is a German retailer headquartered in Unna that operates a nationwide chain of discount department stores offering a wide range of everyday products including clothing, household goods, toys, stationery, home textiles and other consumer items, with a focus on affordable pricing and broad product selection for individual customers across Germany.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Buying and Business Process Management
A family-run company, shaped by traditional merchant values, with over 30 branch offices worldwide and more than 25 independently operating companies: the Wünsche Group. A company that has a tradition of doing many things a little bit differently. For instance, our standard is to be economically successful and, at the same time, fair and responsible. We not only place high demands on our partners and suppliers, we place them on ourselves, too – proving that dynamics, farsightedness and straightforwardness are natural parts of our DNA.
One may be considered stubborn when sticking to one’s principles – for us, however, it has kept us fresh and agile time and time again for 80 years. And it ensures our employees and partners can fully and entirely rely on us. Even in a highly complex world, we do business according to simple rules. Welcome to the world of trade – the world of Wünsche.
Attendees' job titles:
CR ManagerDirector Corporate Responsibility
Zalando SE, based in Berlin, is a listed German online mail order company for shoes, fashion and cosmetics.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Indirect Procurement
Zschimmer & Schwarz is an international chemical company headquartered in Lahnstein, Germany, founded in 1894, that develops, produces and distributes tailor‑made chemical auxiliaries and specialty chemicals for industries such as leather, ceramic, textile, fiber, cleaning, personal care and industrial applications, operating around 27 companies in about 16 countries on five continents and known for combining innovation, quality and long‑standing family‑owned values with responsible and sustainable practices.
Attendees' job titles:
Global Head of Strategic Procurement