08:00
Register, network, drink tea/coffee
08:50
Meet our Chair and set the scene
Coretta Bessi
Chief Procurement Officer
Westpac
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE ON PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN
09:00
Opening international keynote: Sourcing; from backroom to boardroom
Saija is on a mission to change the image of sourcing. With more than 20 years’ experience in procurement, both indirect and direct spend, she has led its transformation from decentralization to centralization – and back again! In this session, you will be introduced to sourcing as a game-changer within business and redefine its presence as a value creator.
- Driving sourcing disruption
- “Forcing” business stakeholders to understand procurement’s value add
- Industry 4.0 and procurement
- Working on the three C’s at Sandvik Load & Haul: Communication, Competence, Curiosity
Saija Kuusisto-Lancaster
Chief Procurement Officer
Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology (Finland)
09:40
Procurement policy and governance in 2020
This session examines the updates regarding policy changes taking place in 2020; what your organisation needs to be prepared for and how to review your current strategies regarding social procurement and spending.
- Do you know which policy changes you need to be on top of?
- Gain insights to legislative / regulatory changes in the purchasing environment
- Reviewing your social procurement strategy and spend
Angela Van Eekelen
Global Policy and Compliance Manager - Procurement
ANZ
10:10
Quickfire Fire: Agile Procurement in Action
Max Fieldgrass
Director, Global Solutions ANZ
Kelly OCG
10:20
Quickfire Session: Leaseplan Partner Presentation
Peter Boutros
Regional Sales Manager
Leaseplan
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, TRANSFORMATIONS AND IMPLEMENTATIONS
11:00
Lean Agile Procurement as the solution
The hottest topic in procurement right now – get up to speed with Lean Agile Procurement – the how, the when and the why.
- Uncovering the ways to apply AGILE thinking to our procurement world
- Being mindful of where NOT to use it
- Outlining the benefits of Lean Agile Procurement
Jonathan Dutton
Principal
JD Consultancy
11:40
Indirect procurement transformation
In this session, Marjolein shares her extensive procurement and supply chain experience in leading teams to successfully deliver SCM and procurement improvement programs focused on process, organisation and operating model design as well as policy development and the establishment of category management functions. The particular focus will be on how she has transformed a transactional procurement function into a strategic business partner at QBE Insurance over the last year.
Marjolein Dijkshoorn
Head of Procurement
QBE
12:10
How to implement technology and still stay human-centric
With all the mind-blowing technology being implemented for business experience and success, let’s not forget that the end customer is…human! In this session, gain insights into creating a balance between tech and human centricity.
- Practical tips on how we embrace technology while shifting our focus to humans
- Ensuring tech is for the customers’ benefit and not just for innovation’s sake
Vanessa Lee
Group Manager, Corporate & Digital Procurement
Jemena Group
12:40
Breathe, network, eat lunch
HOW TO OVERCOME THE PAIN POINTS
13:40
Panel discussion: Risk management - how prepared are you for the unexpected?
Dive into the ‘risk’ business and hear different viewpoints on how to prepare for and manage risk.
- Strategies for prevention methods and pre-emptive problem solving
- How to keep up to date with fast moving procurement and supply chain trends and mandates
- Avoid the risk of Modern Slavery in your supply chain
- Understand the impact of third party risk on purchasing
Moderator:
Melanie Joyce
Head of Sustainability & Governance
Westpac
Panellists:
Claire Gategood
Director, Trade Finance
Westpac Institutional Bank
Karin Regal
Head of Supply Chain Risk
Lendlease
Angela Van Eekelen
Global Policy and Compliance Manager - Procurement
ANZ
14:20
Triumph over adversity
Ashleigh - 2019 CIPS Young Talent Award Winner - will be sharing her story, along with lessons learned along the way in becoming the leader she’s always wanted to be. She is an inspiration to professionals fighting their own unexpected or hidden battles – by adapting perception to overcome adversity.
- Why she decided to share her story and why you are encouraged to speak up too
- The importance of perception and mindset when overcoming adversity
- The power of vulnerability and how it can shape you to be the leader you want to be
Ashleigh Turner
Procurement Analyst
Hastings Deering
14:50
Stretch, network, drink more tea or coffee
15:30
Champagne roundtables
These popular, interactive roundtables provide the opportunity for attendees to divide into groups and discuss specific ideas, practical tips and work through challenges faced by other professionals from multiple industries (and enjoy a glass of bubbles at the same time!). Choose from 3 of the 7 x 30 minute sessions:
1. Procurement as an enabler of business strategy
Frances Atkins
Co-Founder
givvable
2. Advanced negotiation skills
Adele Carr
Barrister
Greenway Chambers
3. Blockchain for supply chain in practice
Lindy Chen
Managing Director
ChinaDirect Sourcing
4. Reducing labour rights issues in your supply chain
Karin Ragel
Head of Supply Chain Risk
Lendlease
5. Tools for mentoring
Chontelle Kelly
Procurement Specialist
Nestlé
6. Driving gender equality and empowering women
Sharon Morris
General Manager
CIPS Australia & New Zealand
7. Establishing Networks
Melissa Ogden
Procurement Specialist
APA Group
17:00
Chair sum up
17:10
Enjoy a few drinks with networking galore
18:30
Keep the momentum going at our Women in Procurement & Supply Chain Dinner