How AI is Evolving Supplier Risk Management

The landscape of supplier risk in 2026 has shifted, presenting procurement with unprecedented challenges. According to the Thomson Reuters Global Trade Report 2026, 72% of trade professionals now rank US tariff volatility as the most disruptive regulatory change, up from just 41% last year.

Yet, fewer than 8% of firms maintain full visibility and control over their risk exposure, leading to persistent, unexpected losses. In this environment, reactive fire-fighting is a failing strategy. Today’s leading procurement teams are mitigating risk through structured, continuous programmes rather than isolated crisis management.

True resilience requires foresight, and the organisations successfully navigating these turbulent waters are doing so by replacing reactive firefighting with technology-led, proactive planning.

To explore this shift, Procurement Magazine, in association with Amazon Business, is hosting an exclusive webinar looking at how AI is fundamentally transforming supplier risk management.

AI-Powered Supplier Risk Management Strategies takes place on July 7, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM BST. 

Moving from reactive to predictive

At the heart of this transformation is the evolution of data. Rather than relying on lagging indicators or manual reviews, next-generation procurement teams are leveraging automated insights and predictive analytics to anticipate vulnerabilities before they impact operations.

The discussion is looking at cutting-edge strategies, offering a blueprint for how organisations can upgrade their supplier evaluation processes using automated, real-time analytics. By shifting the focus toward predictive risk mitigation, businesses can identify and neutralise supply chain weak points long before they escalate into costly operational bottlenecks.

Beyond the technology itself, the webinar will provide attendees with practical, real-world frameworks to embed these AI-driven efficiencies into their existing procurement workflows. For leaders looking to protect their organisations from severe financial and reputational shocks, the session offers insights necessary to modernise risk management and secure a distinct competitive advantage.

AI-Powered Supplier Risk Management Strategies takes place on July 7, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM BST, register now.

Meet the experts

David Loseby, Professor of Research Impact in Supply Chain Management at Leeds University Business School

David is a senior executive and director with a proven track record of driving value through change and transformation across procurement, supply chain management, ESG/sustainability, and digital/AI environments.

His extensive background spans a variety of high-impact global roles, with deep experience in both the private and public sectors. Over his career, he has supported diverse industries including pharmaceuticals, banking, FMCG, manufacturing, consulting, retail, aerospace and defence, venture capital, healthcare (NHS) and local government.

Notably, as the former Group Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) for Rolls-Royce, David was the principal architect behind a pioneering, behavioural-science-led approach to digital platform adoption. Most recently, he has been advising a FTSE 250 company on embedding ESG and sustainability as an integrated core component of their procurement, supply chain and operational strategies.

Mira Korhonen-Low, Chief Procurement Officer / Head of Procurement at Forenom

Mira is a senior executive with more than 18 years of international experience leading complex, high-impact operations across multiple industries. They are widely recognised for building and transforming organisations from the ground up, seamlessly combining a sharp strategic vision with hands-on leadership and a results-driven mindset.

Throughout their career, Mira has demonstrated proven expertise in managing large, diverse teams and maintaining full P&L ownership. They are highly skilled in forging strategic partnerships, driving high-value commercial negotiations, optimising global supply chains and delivering end-to-end business transformations.

Known for an authentic, collaborative leadership style and a straightforward, outcome-oriented approach, Mira is also deeply passionate about sustainable sourcing. They actively champion upcycling, green transport and reducing the environmental footprint of goods and services through decarbonisation and responsible business practices.

Amin Moh, Director at Optis Consulting

Amin is a trusted advisor dedicated to helping enterprise organisations modernise their procurement and Source-to-Pay (S2P) capabilities. They specialise in delivering this through a potent combination of forward-thinking strategy, operating model design, and next-generation technology enablement.

With extensive experience steering global S2P transformation initiatives, Amin’s expertise spans procurement strategy, intake and orchestration, supplier management, strategic sourcing, contract lifecycle management, procure-to-pay (P2P), system integrations, analytics, and AI-enabled operating models.

They are passionate about helping organisations navigate complex transformation decisions pragmatically, always balancing innovation with execution feasibility, scalability and measurable business outcomes.

Amin is highly regarded for combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery leadership, particularly in complex enterprise environments where aligning business, technology and operations is critical to success.

Ashley Naughton, Head of Supply Chain & Manufacturing UK&I - Industry at NTT DATA

Ashley brings over 25 years of global industry experience spanning the aerospace, automotive, and life sciences supply chain sectors.

An adept advisor, they provide critical support to Chief Supply Chain Officers (CSCOs) and Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) within leading global industries, operating comfortably both directly within corporations and across the management consulting sector.

Ashley is widely considered a thought leader in supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing transformation, with a strong emphasis on driving process- and technology-led initiatives.

By leveraging alliance partnerships and strategic advisory services, Ashley consistently delivers operational resiliency, sustainability, and long-term value for organisations.

AI-Powered Supplier Risk Management Strategies takes place on July 7, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM BST, register now.