
Podcast Overview
<p>The LEADERS IN PROCUREMENT Podcast brings you peer-level insights into how complex procurement decisions are made at the top.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode features candid conversations with senior procurement and supply chain leaders who share real operational challenges — from scaling technology and proving compliance to building resilience and leading teams under pressure.</p><p><br></p><p>If you value experience over theory and want proven approaches you can test in your own procurement operations, this show is for you.</p>
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Publishing Since
7/4/2026
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Recent Episodes

July 22, 2026
Ep. 26 – Zwischen Konzern und Mittelstand: Was Einkaufsleiter über Menschen und Prozesse lernen müssen - mit Ulrich Simon
Im Mittelstand entscheidet die Person. Im Konzern oft der Prozess. Was bedeutet das für Sie als Führungskraft? Ulrich Simon, Head of Purchasing Klettgau bei Bucher Hydraulics, hat den Wechsel vom Konzern in den Mittelstand nicht aus Enttäuschung gemacht, sondern aus Neugier. Nach gut 20 Jahren in Konzernstrukturen wollte er erleben, wie Mittelstand wirklich ist. Was er vorgefunden hat, ist vielschichtiger als erwartet. Im Mittelstand fallen Entscheidungen schneller, Engagement ist sichtba...

July 5, 2026
Ep. 25 - Why Negotiation Alone No Longer Drives Procurement Value - with Mario Meyer
The biggest procurement myth? That better negotiations automatically create better results. Host Mike Jansen speaks with Mario Meyer, CPO and Head of Global Quality for the Division Plants at Ammann Group, about why classic negotiation tactics often hit a hard ceiling, and where Procurement leaders should focus instead. Mario challenges the idea that value is won at the negotiation table. Drawing on real examples from Ammann’s project-driven environment, he explains how deeper collaboration...

July 5, 2026
Ep. 24 – Striking the Balance Between AI Hesitation and Hype in Procurement – with Salvatore Lombardo
Avoiding the “AI stamp" trap in Procurement starts with one mindset shift: orchestrate AI, don’t just adopt it. In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with Salvatore Lombardo, CPTO at Coupa, about how procurement leaders can turn AI into a true business driver. Salvatore explains why too many teams chase artificial intelligence for visibility rather than value, and what it takes to build sustainable impact instead. He breaks down how to move from scattered “one agent per pain point” initi...
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- What is LEADERS IN PROCUREMENT?
<p>The LEADERS IN PROCUREMENT Podcast brings you peer-level insights into how complex procurement decisions are made at the top.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode features candid conversations with senior procurement and supply chain leaders who share real operational challenges — from scaling technology and proving compliance to building resilience and leading teams under pressure.</p><p><br></p><p>If you value experience over theory and want proven approaches you can test in your own procurement operations, this show is for you.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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