Richard Beaumont

Industry Expert Procurement Transformation Authority

Day 1 | 23rd September 2025

How do you overcome resistance to AI transformation by aligning technology with workforce needs?
How can you implement strategies to upskill teams and foster confidence in new tools and automation?
How do you ensure leadership buy-in by demonstrating ROI and the tangible benefits of AI and other technologies?

How to leverage analytics to streamline supplier onboarding, risk assessment, and annual re-evaluation
How to optimize vendor management by right-sizing supplier bases and driving competitive value
How to strengthen supplier relationships by balancing strategic partnerships with performance monitoring
How to create a “true” set of data to improve procurement strategies

How does the future pipeline of skilled professionals look without traditional entry-level roles as AI takes over junior procurement tasks?
What does meaningful human involvement look like in a highly automated procurement function, and where is human judgment still indispensable?
How can procurement leaders and HR leaders collaborate to attract, develop, and retain high-skill talent in a function increasingly defined by data, strategy, and AI to future proof the workplace?

How do you develop structured upskilling programs to prepare teams for a more strategic role?
How can you align procurement skills with evolving challenges in sourcing and negotiation?
How are you bridging competency gaps through targeted training, career development, and process optimisation?

How to navigate the world of procurement in defence to ensure you are guaranteeing the levels of necessary risk mitigation/governance
How to take your experience from the private sector to overcome challenges operating in the public sector
How to position procurement as a core business function by aligning with strategic business decisions

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Richard.