Webinar: AI & the Evolution of Procurement Orchestration

Procurement is entering a new era, one driven not just by the accumulation of data, but by the ability to orchestrate it across complex systems, diverse stakeholders and critical business decisions.

As organisations face rising workloads alongside flat staffing levels, the ability to harmonise technology and human talent has become a competitive necessity. But where does the market really stand today?

How mature are organisations in their journey toward true orchestration and how is AI moving from a "pilot" phase to a core "digital labour" component?

During this upcoming webinar, hosted by Synertrade, a panel of leaders will delve into the benchmarks of market maturity and the practical realities of implementing an orchestrated procurement strategy.

Whether you are looking to bridge the gap between AI ambition and operational reality or seeking to scale your sourcing capabilities, this session offers the strategic roadmap needed to thrive in a volatile market.

Procurement Orchestration: Market Maturity, Expectations, AI, and the Road Ahead will take place from 3pm (BST) on May 6. 

Meet the speakers

Michael Dewitt, CPO at QXO

Michael Dewitt is a strategic sourcing and procurement executive with a track record of leading global transformations at some of the world’s largest companies.

His initiatives have unlocked billions in EBITDA impact and earned recognition in the Harvard Business Review and MIT Sloan.

Currently, Michael drives procurement strategy at QXO, the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing and building products in the U.S. He is focused on embedding AI-enabled innovation into every facet of spend management to build the industry's most advanced sourcing capability.

Roger Blumberg, GM North America at Synertrade

Roger Blumberg is a 25-year veteran of the procurement technology industry, having held senior leadership roles at Ariba, Coupa and JAGGAER. A recipient of the Supply and Demand Chain Executive Lifetime Achievement Award, Roger is a fixture in the procurement community, serving on boards for ISM and SIG.

At Synertrade, he focuses on helping North American enterprises navigate the shift toward integrated procurement platforms that drive tangible growth.

Ella Wilkinson, Director of BizClik Studio

Ella Wilkinson is the Broadcast Editor at BizClik with nearly a decade of experience across TV, visual journalism and event hosting. Since beginning her career as a television anchor and producer, Ella has become a premier host for high-level corporate events, specialising in facilitating deep-dive discussions between industry leaders.

Rick Gardner, Senior Director at The Hackett Group

To register for the webinar, click here.