Top 10: Procurement Association

As procurement faces increasing complexity, geopolitical uncertainty and technological disruption, professionals rely more than ever on strong networks, standards and shared insight.

Professional associations play a critical role in advancing capability, shaping policy and elevating the influence of procurement at board level. From global federations to specialist bodies, these organisations provide education, advocacy and thought leadership.

Procurement Magazine has looked at the Top 10 procurement associations worldwide, helping to ensure purchasing aligns with both operational requirements and budget limitations.

10. National Association of State Procurement Officials

Members: Central purchasing directors from all 50 states
CEO: Lindle Hatton​​​​​​​
Founded:1947

The National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) is a non-profit organisation committed to advancing the procurement profession through education, research and communication initiatives. 

Its membership comprises the directors of central purchasing offices across all 50 US states, the District of Columbia and US territories. 

Through NASPO, these purchasing officials collaborate to promote excellence in public procurement, share knowledge and best practices to work collectively to achieve improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness in government purchasing operations.

9. National Contract Management Association (NCMA)

Members: 20,000+
CEO: Kraig Conrad
Founded: 1959

The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) is a US-based professional organisation focussed on contract management. Established in 1959, it has grown to include more than 20,000 members.

NCMA supports the contract management profession through education, networking opportunities, publications, updates on legislation and regulations, professional certifications, ethical standards, recognition programmes, career resources including job boards and salary surveys and leadership training.

8. Procurement and Supply Institute of Asia (PASIA)

Members: N/A
CEO: Charlie Villasenor
Founded: 2002

Since 2002, the Procurement and Supply Institute of Asia (PASIA) has trained more than 200,000 supply chain, procurement and logistics professionals across 500+ organisations through 100+ annual training sessions.

Headquartered in the Philippines with global operations, PASIA is the ASEAN region's leading institute for end-to-end supply chain activities. Their mission centres on empowering people through ethics, excellence and technology to achieve sustainability.

PASIA delivers expert, scalable, cost-effective solutions that drive efficiency, innovation and sustainable growth for businesses worldwide.

7. Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC)

Members: 180+ organisations
CEO: Marc Heisterkamp
Founded: 2013

The Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council (SPLC) is a global community of purchasers, suppliers, advocates and experts leveraging procurement to drive positive environmental, social and economic impact.

With a proven track record supporting hundreds of organisations, SPLC provides members with one-on-one training, peer networking and practical resources including case studies, webinars, contract language and category-specific tools.

Their mission is building a sustainable world through procurement power, envisioning a future where all purchasing is environmentally, socially and economically sustainable whilst delivering measurable business value.

6. Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)

Members: 45,000+
CEO: Abe Eshkenazi
Founded: 2018

The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) is the world's largest non-profit association and global leader in supply chain transformation, innovation and leadership.

Built on 60 years of APICS certification and training expertise, ASCM serves as an unbiased partner connecting supply chain professionals and companies worldwide to cutting-edge thought leadership.

Through innovative products, services and strategic partnerships, ASCM enables organisations to optimise supply chains, secure competitive advantages and positively impact their bottom lines whilst advancing the profession globally.

5. World Economic Forum (WEF)

Members: 390 Forum Member firms
CEO: Børge Brende
Founded: 1971

With 55 years of enabling global cooperation, the World Economic Forum facilitates progress by convening stakeholders, building trust and driving collaboration across interconnected challenges: Growth, Geopolitics, Technology, People and Planet.

Working across three high-impact areas (Growth, Resilience and Innovation) the Forum partners with leaders to unlock economic opportunities, enhance societal well-being, advance technology and accelerate transitions to sustainable systems.

Their mission is improving the world through public-private cooperation, guided by core values of integrity, impartiality, independence, respect and excellence.

4. Institute for Supply Management (ISM)

Members: 50,000
CEO: Tom Derry (left February 2026)
Founded: 1915

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM), founded in 1915, is the world's oldest and largest supply management association.

This US-based non-profit educational organisation serves in excess of 50,000 members across more than 100 countries, providing education, training, qualifications, publications and research for supply management professionals and organisations.

ISM offers three professional certifications (Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD) and Associate Professional in Supply Management (APSM)) developed in partnership with CAPS Research to advance the profession globally.

3. Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)

Members: 60,000+
CEO: Ben Farrell
Founded: 1932

The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) is a global professional body serving the procurement and supply profession across 180 countries with more than 64,000 members.

Awarded its Royal Charter by Queen Elizabeth II in 1992, CIPS promotes best practice and high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity in procurement and supply chain management.

The organisation offers Chartered Status to members who complete continuing professional development and pass the CIPS ethics test. Headquartered in Easton on the Hill, Northamptonshire, CIPS maintains offices worldwide and strategic partnerships internationally.

2. National Association of Government Contractors (NAGC)

Members: 120,000+
CEO: N/A
Founded: 1957

The National Association of Government Communicators (NAGC) is a national non-profit association dedicated to advocating, recognising and promoting excellence in government communication across federal, state, local and tribal levels.

Serving communication professionals including editors, writers, graphic artists, video producers, broadcasters, photographers, information specialists, speechwriters, press secretaries and agency spokespersons, NAGC provides professional development, enhanced career opportunities and advancement for the profession.

The organisation champions communication as an essential professional resource at every level of government.

1. International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM)

Members: 250,000
CEO: Eng Chris Oanda (President)
Founded: 1974

The International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management (IFPSM) unites 44 national and regional purchasing associations worldwide, representing approximately 250,000 procurement and supply chain management professionals.

This globally recognised, non-political, independent nonprofit organisation facilitates knowledge development and distribution to elevate the profession and improve business practices, ultimately enhancing living standards worldwide.

IFPSM's operations encompass purchasing, materials management, logistics, supply chain management and strategic sourcing.

The Federation's mission is increasing member organisations' ability to connect, collaborate and share best practices while serving their members more effectively.

IFPSM provides global platforms for engagement through annual World Summit conferences, develops global standards and program accreditation for educational institutions, promotes best practices for involving young professionals, inventories self-assessment tools and maintains communication channels for industry news. Dedicated to serving member associations, IFPSM partners with organisations sharing its objectives and core values to advance the procurement profession globally.