Understand the Hype around AI in Procurement
Discover how Generative AI agents are Powering Procurement now! Join us to explores integrating AI to automate tasks, enhance decision-making, and improve numerous Procurement activities. Learn how leveraging Generative AI can drive efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate your procurement strategy to the next level. Talk to experts and get up to speed with implementing AI Agents in Procurement: Best Practices & Strategies.
EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF AI IN PROCUREMENT

Practical Steps when adopting AI in Procurement
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Addressing the Impact of AI on Procurement roles
Hear from Procurement leaders at Hiscox, Sainsbury's and SITA about what they really think about Gen AI and the role of technology in their organisations
Agenda
14:00 – 15:00
Network with your peers-visit our partner booths and ask our Ivalua experts all of your questions about AI Agents, Gen AI and how it is transforming Source-to-Pay. |
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15:00 – 15:10 Ian Thompson, VP Northern Europe - Ivalua
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15:10 – 15:50 Fireside Chat: Preparing for AI Agent Powered Procurement Moderator: Alex Saric, Chief Marketing Officer, Ivalua Simon Peters, Procurement & Supply Chain Lead, AccentureBenjamin, Oswin, Managing Director, Accenture
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15:50– 16:20 Ivalua Innovation Showcase: Vision of AI-Powered Procurement Arnaud Malardé , Product Marketing Director - Ivalua
Arnaud will share the exciting developments at Ivalua and our bold vision for the future of AI-powered Procurement, including Intake Management, Agentic AI and Autonomous Sourcing
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16:20 – 17:10 Journeys in Procurement Digitisation and What does the Future Look Like with AI?
Moderator: Mani Sihra, Partner, KPMG Karl Poulsen, CPO, Hiscox Daniel Keyworth, CPO, Sita James, O'Neill, Head of Procurement Strategy & Operations, Sainsbury's
Join industry leaders as they share firsthand experiences from their digital procurement transformation journeys. Mani will lead Karl, Daniel and James as they delve into the wins, challenges, and unexpected lessons learned along the way. Panelists will also provide real-world perspectives on why Generative AI is more than just hype—discussing its tangible impact on procurement in the short, medium, and long term.
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17:10– 17:40 Networking Break |
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17:40– 18:20 Panel Discussion - AI is here... How will it impact jobs now and in the future
Moderator: Natalie Desty, Founder, STEM Returners Jo Wightman,VP Portfolio Strategy and Product Operations, Ecovadis Rachael Legg, Procurement Executive, The Praesto Partnership Varish Singh, Managing Director, Accenture
Procurement is at a turning point. The old strategies no longer fit a rapidly changing and uncertain world. What new skills will be needed? What missions should be created? Do we need new roles and responsibilities? How can we attract young talent? |
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18:20 – 18:45 Closing Remarks
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19:00 – 21:00 Ivalua Summer Party in a beautiful venue by the River Thames!
We are delighted to invite you to join us in this iconic venue overlooking the Thames for drinks, delicious food and our amazing DJ as we unwind and relax after a great day of Procurement knowledge sharing. |
1300 - 1315 Welcome & Introductions |
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1315 - 1345 |
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1345 - 1415 Territory Plan 2025 |
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1415 - 1430 Break |
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1430 - 1500 Intake Management/Workforce Management |
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1500 - 1530 Round Table Discussions |
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1530 - 1545 Feedback |
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1545 - 1600 Awards & WrapUp |
Speakers

Karl Poulsen
Chief Procurement Officer
Hiscox

Daniel Keyworth
Chief Procurement Officer
SITA

James O'Neill
Head of Procurement Strategy & Operations
Sainsbury's

Rachael Legg
Procurement Executive
The Praesto Partnership

Jo Wightman
VP Portfolio Strategy and Product Operations
Ecovadis

Natalie Desty
Founder
STEM Returners

Simon Peters
Procurement & Supply Chain Lead, Accenture
Accenture

Varish Singh
Managing Director
Accenture

Ben Oswin
Procurement & Supply Chain Lead, Accenture
Accenture

Alex Saric
Chief Marketing Officer
Ivalua

Ian Thompson
VP Northern Europe
Ivalua

Arnaud Malardé
Product Marketing Director
Ivalua
Who Should Attend

Procurement

Supply Chain

Finance & IT
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Venue
Bankside, London SE1 9TG