ProcureCon 2025

September 23 - 25, 2025

Austria Center Vienna

Valeria Venturelli

Global TPRM Manager Leader Solenis
Born and raised in Modena ( Italy ) , I have cultivated an 18-year career in global procurement, holding diverse roles across multiple industries. With expertise spanning automotive, medical devices, and chemicals, I have successfully navigated complex supply chains and procurement strategies, always adapting to the evolving landscape of global trade. I’m a people-oriented leader and I firmly believe that soft skills make the real difference in procurement—driving collaboration, strategic negotiations, and long-lasting partnerships. This approach blends technical expertise with human connection, fostering teams that thrive in high-stakes environments. Beyond professional achievements, I’m Women in Procurement association ambassador and an active supporter of ESG initiatives for women, advocating for sustainability and inclusivity in procurement and leadership. Passionate about creating equitable opportunities, they continue to push forward progress in industry standards. Currently I’m serving as the Global Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) Leader at Solenis with main focus on driving risk assessment / mitigation strategies to protect company’s reputation , revenues and ensure compliance to global regulation frameworks Solenis is subject to .

Day 3 | 25th September 2025

9:50 AM Keynote Panel: Mastering Influence in Procurement: How Can You Use Soft Skills to Lead Strategic Negotiations and Drive Business Value?

  • How can you enhance procurement’s strategic influence by mastering executive communication and planning? 
  • How have you leveraged soft skills to navigate complex negotiations to evolve your interactions with suppliers?  
  • How do you approach a negotiation with a supplier who is not prepared for the negotiation? 
  • How can you develop storytelling, business case pitching, and internal stakeholder engagement skills to drive greater business value? 

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

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