Spotlight on Procurement

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Katja Forbes, globally recognised AI strategist, digital visionary and one of the world's Top 25 AI Leaders, to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming procurement and the wider business landscape.  

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Torsten Pilz, CEO of Counterpoint Labs and former supply chain leader at 3M, Honeywell, SpaceX and Amazon, to discuss how AI and autonomous operations are reshaping the future of supply chain management.

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Craig Chapman, Chief Financial Officer at the Financial Conduct Authority, and Yehui Wu, Principal at Efficio, to discuss how a finance perspective can transform procurement, strengthening compliance foundations while unlocking long-term organisational value.

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Sarah Walters, Head of Procurement at AXA, to explore how curiosity, early engagement, and strong supplier relationships drive meaningful value across the procurement lifecycle.

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Sarah Walters, Head of Procurement at AXA, to explore how curiosity, early engagement, and strong supplier relationships drive meaningful value across the procurement lifecycle.

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Piotr Teodorczyk, Chief Supply Chain at Elite Agro Holding and former CPO at Suntory Holdings Limited. The conversation explores why successful change is as much about people and culture as it is about technology, and how AI can enhance, not replace, procurement teams.

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Victoria Cope, Commercial Director – Defence Digital and UK Ministry of Defence , to explore how technology, innovation, and culture change are redefining procurement and commercial strategy across government.

Simon Lipscomb  is joined by  Todd Heimes , Vice President and General Manager of  Amazon Business Worldwide , to discuss how technology, innovation, and consumer-style simplicity are reshaping the way organisations manage everyday business spend.

Simon Lipscomb  is joined by  Courtney Blake (former Senior Humanitarian Advisor and Team Lead at USAID, with experience at Save the Children, the UN Population Fund, and the International Rescue Committee) to explore what crisis-tested leadership can teach procurement and supply chain professionals.

  In this episode, Jessica Spicher is joined by Mert Erkan, Vice President at Efficio, to explore why procurement and supply chain deserve a front-row seat in M&A strategy. Drawing on his work with private equity clients, Mert shares key insights into what sets successful integrations apart - and what others often miss. Whether you're in the middle of a deal or simply looking to sharpen your value...

Simon Lipscomb is joined by Bryan Wright (Sourcing and Supply Chain Strategy at Alo Yoga and Board Member at Silvert's Adaptive Clothing) and Danny Wang (Principal at Efficio, formerly SVP at Canada Goose) to explore the strategic and operational realities shaping procurement in the fashion and apparel industry.

In this episode,  Jacqui Rock ,   returns to the mic—this time from Riyadh—offering an inside look at one of the most significant healthcare transformations happening today. From steering NHS England's commercial strategy to playing a leading role in Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 health reforms, Jacqui shares reflections on system change, international collaboration, and what the future of healthcare...

In this episode of Procurement Snapshot,  Jessica Spicher  and  Paul Baris  dive into the emotional and strategic elements of change management in procurement.

Are we ready for war in an era of geopolitical instability? In this episode of Spotlight on Procurement, retired Major General and Professor Tim Hodgetts CB CBE OStJ DL, former Surgeon General of the UK Armed Forces, shares insider insights on the evolving challenges of military medicine, logistics, and global conflict preparedness—from predictive medical warning signs to the failure of just-in-ti...

Emma-Jane Houghton , Director of Estate Strategy & Planning for the  Atomic Weapons Establishment , is responsible for all master-planning activities at AWE. Prior to this, she led the commercial establishment of AWE's multi-billion-pound, flagship infrastructure programme: Future Materials Campus. During this conversation  Emma-Jane Hough  and host  Simon Lipscomb  explore her personal reflection...

In this episode of Procurement snapshot, host Jessica Spicher  sits down with  Matthew Lekstutis , Director at Efficio, to discuss the evolving landscape of tariffs and the critical role procurement plays in mitigating risks.

Tom Mills, a prominent voice in procurement with over 84,000 LinkedIn, shares how he harnessed LinkedIn to build his influence and elevate the procurement profession.

As we step into 2025, the world of procurement and supply chains is brimming with challenges and opportunities. From navigating shifting global markets to embracing sustainability and technological advancements, this episode offers expert insights into what lies ahead.  Host Simon Lipscomb and a panel of Efficio experts explore the  key trends impacting procurement and supply chain s across variou...

Karina Hill , Director of People and Culture at  IPC Asia , discusses the role of "people" in facilitating successful transformations, based on her experience of driving change in the company's procurement structure. 

Host Jessica Spicher takes the mic for a new series of shorter, insightful episodes called Procurement Snapshot . We start the series with a focus on procurement's critical relationship with finance. Jessica interviews Vice President, Fabian Bodoky, about the evolving collaboration between procurement and finance in private equity and high-growth tech companies.

Mat Langley, Global Procurement Head, Sustainability at CBRE, discusses the pressing challenge of decarbonising supply chains, particularly the complexities around emissions, supplier engagement, and carbon accounting.

Simon Clarke , Managing Director of  Birmingham and Solihull Procurement Collaborative , and  Mat Oram , CEO & Co-founder of  AdviseInc Ltd , dive into the critical role of procurement in the NHS, focusing on the challenges and opportunities presented by data management, financial constraints, and the evolving nature of supply chain practices in healthcare.

Marco Forgione MCIEx , Director General at  The Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade  as well as Visiting Professor, at  Aston University  and  Ashray Lavsi , Principal at  Efficio,  discuss global supply chain challenges in recent years, including the impact of events like the CrowdStrike IT outage.

Jay Ferro , EVP, Chief Information, Technology, & Product Officer, at  Clario  and  Mert Erkan , Vice President at  Efficio,  discuss how IT, product management, and procurement can work together to drive successful business transformations. Listen to this episode in order to gain actionable insights from a CIO on managing large-scale business transformations and to understand how to build stronge...

Sarah Collecott , Commercial Specialist, Procurement and Contract Management, at the  UK Home Office , discusses the importance of maintaining wellbeing and authenticity in a high-profile, high-pressure workplace.