Eugene Galdi
Editor's Note
Redefining Procurement
Inaworldshapedbyconstantdisruption,theroleof
procurementhasevolvedfromaback-endfunction intoadynamicforceattheforefrontofstrategic transformation.Asglobalsupplychainsbecomemore complex,andassustainability,digitalization,and resiliencetakecenterstage,procurementleadersare emergingascatalystsforchange—notonlyensuring businesscontinuitybutdrivingenterprise-wideinnovation andlong-termvalue.
InthisCIOLookeditionof The Most Influential Procurement Leaders Driving Innovation and Efficiency, 2025 weproudlyspotlightvisionarieswhoarereshaping theprocurementlandscapethroughagilethinking,cuttingedgetechnologies,andarelentlesspursuitofoperational excellence.Theseleadersareredefiningtherulesby embeddingAI,dataanalytics,ESGgoals,andsupplier collaborationintotheprocurementDNAoftheir organizations.
Fromstreamliningsupplierecosystemstopioneering ethicalsourcingandchampioningtransparency,these featuredprofessionalsdemonstratethatprocurementisno longerjustaboutcostcontrol—it'saboutvaluecreation, riskmitigation,andsustainablegrowth.Theirstoriesnot onlyreflectindividualachievementbutalsoinspirea collectivemovementtowardsmarter,moreresilient businesspractices.
Asyouturnthesepages,you’lldiscoverwhatdrivesthese trailblazers—theirmindset,strategies,andthebold decisionsthathavesetthemapart.Wehopetheirjourneys sparkideasandencourageaforward-lookingdialogue withintheglobalprocurementcommunity
Here’stotheleaderscreatingimpactthroughinnovation andefficiency—thetruearchitectsoftomorrow’s procurementexcellence.
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Eugene Galdi
Restructuring Procurement Leadership for a Sustainable and Innovative Tomorrow
From Strategy to Implementation
The Roadmap to Digital Procurement Transformation Success
From Sustainability to AI
What Are the Latest Procurement Trends for Businesses?
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EugeneGaldi ChiefProcurement
Officer
HussamAlsammani SeniorDirector
LarsBettermann ChiefProcurement
Officer
MandumeRosa GlobalProcurement &SourcingLeader
SamAchampong RegionalDirector
Arxada arxada.com
Tawuniya tawuniya.com
BridgestoneEMEA bridgestone-emea.com
Internationallogisticsandsupplychainleaderknownfor drivingcostsavings,buildingdiverseteams,andimplementing innovativestrategiesacrossglobalprocurementandlogistics functions.
Results-drivensupplychainandprocurementexecutive passionateaboutprocessimprovement,criticalthinking,and developinghigh-performingteamswithindynamicbusiness environments.
BakerHughes bakerhughes.com
CIPS-The CharteredInstitute ofProcurement&Supply cips.org
Procurementexpertwithover25years’experience,skilledin procurementstrategy,leadership,andtransformationacross multinationalorganizationsinEuropeandtheAmericas.
Globalprocurementandsourcingleaderwithafocuson strategicsourcing,supplychainoptimization,anddelivering valuethroughinnovativeprocurementpractices.
ProcurementprofessionalwithdeepexpertiseacrossEMEA, recognizedforpromotingprofessionalstandards,speakingat industryevents,andadvancingprocurementandsupply managementeducation.
C O V E R S T O R Y
Eugene Galdi
Restructuring Procurement Leadership for a Sustainable and Innovative Tomorrow
“Procurement isn't just about cost control-it's a strategic engine for value creation.”
With the ever shifting and interdependent global economy,procurementhaschangedfrombeinga traditional support unit into a business transformation driver There is perhaps no one better than EugeneGalditoexemplifythischangethanbylookingathis careerandleadershipphilosophy,whosevision,integrity,and human-centered style have established new standards of procurementandsupplychainexcellence.
EarlyCareerFoundations:SalesasaSpringboard
Prior to rising through the ranks of procurement leadership, Eugenestartedhiscareerinsales—afoundationalexperience that deeply influenced his procurement mindset. The early immersion in the customer's voice gave him an unshakeable appreciationforwhatmotivatesdecisions,wherevalueexists, andpositioningacompanyasapartner,notjustavendor.
ThelessonslearnedinsalesbecamethebedrockofEugene’s procurement philosophy He quickly realized that the true impact of procurement extended far beyond revenue generation. His curiosity led him to explore the intricate interplay between internal operations, supply chain choices, andtheorganization’sabilitytodelivervaluewhileremaining competitive. He began to ask critical questions: How can costs be reduced without compromising quality? Where are processes optimized to increase agility? This inquiring mindsetledEugeneintothefieldofprocurementandsupply chainstrategy—aspacewherehecouldseeanopportunityto impactcostaswellascustomerexperience.
The Evolution of Procurement: From Support to StrategicCatalyst
Eugene's perception of procurement has changed dramaticallyoverhiscareer.Initsinfancy,procurementwas largelyrelegatedtothebackofficeandwasconcernedmainly withcostreduction,compliance,andtransactionalefficiency Although these basics continue to be crucial, Eugene understoodthatthefunctionofprocurementhadevolvedwell beyonditshistoricalroots.
Today, Eugene views procurement as a strategic driver of business transformation. He recognizes that procurement is strategically positioned at the nexus of supply, demand, finance,andoperations—apositionofadvantagethatenables finding opportunities others are likely to miss. Whether by leveragingsupplierinnovation,riskmanagement,ortotalcost ofownershipprograms,procurement,accordingtoEugene,is apotentvaluecreationengine.
“Titles fade, but how you make people feel-and the standards you leave behind-endure.”
AstheChiefProcurementOfficer,Eugenehasapassionto unlock growth-driving value, deepen partnership, and drive competitiveness This change in perspective has deeply influencedhisleadershipphilosophy,promptinghimtocreate teamsthatarenotonlyeffectivebutalsotransformationalin theirinfluence.
LeadingDigitalTransformationinProcurement
OneofthemostcharacteristicfeaturesofEugene'sleadership hasbeenhisfocusondigitalization.Attunedtothelimitations of intuition-driven decision-making, he has been a strong advocateforusingadvancedanalyticsandreal-timevisibility in procurement workflows. Using next-generation technologies, Eugene has helped his teams transition from reactive, cost-oriented mindsets to proactive, insight-driven strategies.
This digital evolution has enabled Eugene and his teams to forecast supply chain hazards, make sourcing decisions to maximizevalue,andmakeprocurementchoicesthatfocuson whatreallyaddsvaluetocustomers—ratherthanwhatmaybe the lowest-cost on paper. The outcome has been a nimbler, more resilient, and customer-focused procurement function better able to handle the intricacies of the contemporary businessworld.
EmbeddingSustainabilityandESGPrinciples
For Eugene, procurement is more than mere operational effectiveness or cost reduction; it's about driving purpose, responsibility,andsustainablegrowth.AsChiefProcurement Officer, he has led the charge in aligning environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles with procurement practices.
Eugene's sustainability strategy is more than just regulatory compliance. He has integrated ESG factors into supplier
assessment so that Arxada works with partners who align with its values and promote long-term, responsible expansion. This involves assessing suppliers based on environmental footprint, labor practices, diversity, and alignmentwithkeyorganizationalvalues.
One of the most significant changes made during Eugene's tenurehasbeenthecreationofmulti-yearengagementmodels with suppliers. These involve collaborative innovation initiatives, common carbon reduction targets, and capacitybuilding initiatives especially for smaller or diverse suppliers that might require assistance in adapting to changing expectations. By transforming the way it thinks aboutsupplierrelationships,Eugenehascontributedtomore resilient,responsible,andfuture-proofsupplychains.
CareerMilestones:BuildingaFoundationofExcellence
Eugene'sprofessionalcareerischaracterizedbyasequenceof defining moments that have influenced how he leads procurement. Perhaps the most influential chapter was his
timeatAlliedSignal,whichwaslaterknownasHoneywell.At the company, Eugene was fortunate enough to work among incredibly skilled professionals who were committed to developing world-class commercial and procurement plans. Thissettingfurtheremphasizedthatprocurementisnotonly about cost management but is in fact a strategic driver for valuecreation.
Subsequently, at GE Power, Eugene was guided by a leader whohadaprofoundimpactonhisprofessionaldevelopment. These exposures saturated him with multifaceted sourcing decisions, international supplier negotiations, and crossfunctional projects requiring both technical acumen and commercialawareness.Theexcellentcultureheexperienced reflected collaboration, strategic vision, and enterprise-wide impact—something that would be at the center of his own leadershipphilosophy.
These early experiences instilled in Eugene a sense that procurement, when done with vision and integrity, has the powertotransformbusiness.Theyalsoshapedhisleadership
style as inclusive, commercially oriented, and dedicated to developing high-performing teams that are strategic-goaloriented.
People-Centric Leadership: Empowering Teams for Success
Eugene's leadership is distinguished by a strong people and culturecommitment.Heisconvincedthatthekeydriversof procurementexcellencearethepeoplewithintheteamandthe culture in which they work.As such, Eugene has prioritized identifying,attracting,andmentoringtopperformers.
He always concentrates on recruiting teams with good analytical and commercial skills, along with a growth mindset. Eugene actively coaches up-and-coming leaders to learn how procurement can influence strategy, drive innovation, and deliver customer value. He looks for those who question the norm, challenge assumptions, and work acrossthebusiness.
To underpin this attitude, Eugene has developed an organizational culture that aligns structure with flexibility—wherecomplianceandprocessareimportant,yet so are creativity and cross-functional thinking. He promotes knowledge sharing, acknowledges successes, and provides team members with autonomy to drive strategic initiatives, notmerelyperformtasks.
Finally, Eugene is convinced that successful procurement teams are founded on individuals who comprehend the end result of their work and are genuinely invested in providing value.Thisfocusonpeoplehashelpedinconstructingteams thatareefficientbutalsoinnovativeandresponsive.
StrategicPartnershipsandSupplierCollaboration
One of Eugene's greatest contributions as a procurement leaderishisreinterpretationofsupplierrelationships.Instead of seeing suppliers as transactional vendors, Eugene works withthemasstrategicpartnersincreatinglong-termimpact. Thisstartswithinfusingsustainabilityandresponsibilityinto sourcingcriteriafromtheverybeginning.
Eugene values transparent, consistent conversation on ESG objectives, shifting from command-and-control compliance to collaborative, long-term solutions. He has been at the forefront of multi-year engagement models that incorporate co-innovation initiatives, collective carbon reduction goals, and capacity-building initiatives These are especially effective for smaller or diverse suppliers who might need assistanceinfulfillingchangingexpectations.
Through the development of these strategic partnerships, Eugene has contributed to the creation of stronger, ethical, and future-proof supply chains. This strategy supports the overallmessagethatprocurementisnotaboutsavingsalone but driving purpose, accountability, and sustainable growth throughouttheoverallbusinessecosystem.
LegacyofIntegrityandProfessionalism
Throughout his career, Eugene has been driven by an unstinting commitment to integrity He holds that doing the right thing legally, ethically, and professionally must never be sacrificed, even in the most complicated or intense situations. This value has been his guiding light and has established enduring credibility with colleagues, partners, andstakeholders.
Eugene'slegacyisnotonlyintheoutcomeshehasproduced but also in the norms by which he has managed to achieve them.Hewouldliketoberememberedasaleaderwhoalways made the right decision, treated others with dignity, listened ratherthantalkingmuch,andgaveroomforotherstodevelop, tolead,andtoflourish.
As a team player, Eugene is viewed as reliable and cooperative—someonewhocomesin,addsvalue,andassists inmakingtheteamstronger Asanindividual,heisperceived as genuinely passionate about the work, the individuals involved,andtheoveralldifferencethatcanbemade.
DrivingInnovationandSustainabilityatArxada
As Arxada's Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer, Eugene is leading the company's strategic procurement functions. His keen supply chain management skills and successfulexperienceinstreamliningprocurementfunctions have been instrumental in supporting the company's expansion and competitive position in specialty chemicals markets.
During Eugene's leadership, Arxada streamlined its procurement functions through digitalization and data-
“When you bring in smart, curious individuals and create an environment where they feel empowered, innovation follows naturally.”
informed decision-making. He has been the driving force behind introducing cutting-edge analytics and supplier collaboration platforms, which have made it possible to increase transparency, agility, and risk reduction. This innovativethinkingallowsArxadanotonlytoprocurehighqualityrawmaterialsbutalsotodeveloplong-term,mutually rewardingrelationshipswithmajorsuppliers.
Eugene's focus on sustainability is shown in the way he incorporates environmental and social governance factors into procurement. By combining sustainability factors into supplier reviews and procurement policy, he makes certain that Arxada enables ethical behavior and minimizes its environmentalimpact.Hisleadershiphasdrivenprojectsthat focusontheuseofrenewablematerials,minimizewaste,and encouragecirculareconomymindsetsalongthesupplychain.
TalentDevelopmentandFuture-ReadyTeams
Eugenecarrieshisconvictionthatpeoplematteroverintothe wayhedevelopstalent.Heiswillingtoinvestincreatingtopperforming teams through developing a learning and inclusive culture He motivates his team to adopt new technologies, acquire critical analytical skills, and think strategicallyaboutmarkettrendsandsupplierrelationships.
This talent development pledge means that Arxada's procurement organization is always future-proof and agile. Eugene's collaborative, empowering, and improvementoriented leadership has built a culture of innovation and empowerment where people feel inspired to achieve their best.
“I want to be remembered not just as a Chief Procurement Ofcer, but as someone who led with integrity, humility, and heart.”
Vision for the Future: Procurement as a Catalyst for Success
Looking forward, Eugene continues to be committed to driving digital transformation, sustainability mandates, and suppliercollaborationinordertocementArxada'sleadership in the specialty chemical space With a sharp sense of emerging market trends and supply chain disruption, he is well-positioned to steer Arxada's procurement organization throughcomplexitywithstrengthandstrategicvision.
Eugene’svisionisclear:procurementisnotmerelyasupport function but a catalyst for business success, innovation, and
sustainability. He is committed to building a legacy of character,excellence,andbeliefinthepotentialofothers.
ACelebratedCareer
Eugene’scareerisatestamenttothetransformativepowerof visionary leadership in procurement. His path from sales to ChiefProcurementOfficerhasbeenoneofrelentlesspursuit ofexcellence,commitmenttointegrity,andstrongfaithinthe power of people and partnerships. Through his strategic vision, digital disruption, and passion for sustainability, E
procurement raising the bar for the profession and challengingthepeoplearoundhimtoachievegreatness.
The Roadmap to Digital Procurement Transformation Success
Intoday'srapidlychangingbusinesslandscape, procurementisnomorethebackofficeorjustcost reduction.Itisastrategicfunctionthatcancreate significantvalue,innovation,andcompetitiveedge. Anothercriticaldriverinwhichtheorganizationhastouse tofuture-proofthebusiness,improveagilityand dynamicallyrespondingtoachangingmarketisthrough digitalprocurementtransformation.Digitally,procurement isembracingmorecomplextechnologieslikeAI,machine learning,roboticprocessautomation,andcloud-based solutions,therebymakingitpossibleforprocurementsto automaticallydoprocesses,makedatavisible,andfacilitate smartdecision-making.Organizationsmustestablishasolid strategicfoundationpriortoundertakingthedigital procurementtransformationjourney Thisinvolves connectingprocurementstrategywithcorporatestrategyas wellasobtainingexecutivesponsorship.
DevelopingPracticalTransformationRoadmap
Theprincipalactivityintheroadmapisthecreationofa transformationplanthatisvisionarybutpracticallyoriented initsexecution.Agoodvisionneedstodescribethefuture stateofdigitalprocurement,indicatinghownewtoolsand capabilitieswillplaytheirpartindeliveringvalue, improvingsupplierrelationships,andprovidingreal-time intelligence.Visionarythinkingofthissort,however,needs tobepracticallygroundedaswell.Theplanhastobe doable,withdefinedmilestones,timelines,and measurementsthatmonitorprogresstowardssucha goal.
Implementationinphases,beginningwithrapidwinsor pilotschemes,facilitatesmomentumbuildingandthe testingofthetransformationplanpriortoimplementation throughoutthebusiness.Successfuldigitalprocurement transformationisalsodependentonthinkingdifferently aboutestablishedprocurementpractices.Theyneednot onlytoautomateexistingprocessesbutalsoconsider processredesigntoremoveinefficiencies,whichthen inducesinnovation.Itcanevenberedesignofsuppliers onboardingordigitizationofcontractmanagementor predictiveanalyticstowardsforecastingdemand."Atthis stage,therightdigitaltoolsneedtobechosen.Technology shouldnotbechosenbasedonitbeingcoolbutwhenitwill workharmoniouslywithexistingsystems,alignwith strategicobjectives,andenableuserstouseitmost effectively."Inaddition,procurementteamswillneedto workincloseconjunctionwithITteamsandsolution providerstoensureeasyimplementationandfuturegrowth.
DrivingChangeandDevelopingCapabilitiesThrough Collaboration
Whendigitalsolutionsareimplemented,caremustbetaken tobuildthecapabilitiesneededtodrivetransformation.It requiresreskillingprocurementprofessionalstoharness newtechnologyandinterpretdatainsights.Digital transformationisapeople'sjourneyaswellasatechnology shift.Procurementleadershavetobuildadigital-first culture,innovation,andchangecapacitiesinorderto transformatspeed.
Stakeholdermanagement,opencommunication,and trainingpracticestoevolveacceptanceandhenceforth adoptionareimportantforchangemanagement.Thepower ofcollaborationwithorganizationalexternalpartnerson bothsidesalsocounts.Internally,procurementmust strengthenitsrelationshipwithfinance,operations,legal, andITbyensuringcongruentobjectivesandsharing informationdata.Collaborationisamorestrategicactivity withsuppliers.Organizationswillimproveresiliencein theirsupplychain,enhancesustainability,andco-create valuewhilesharingreal-timedataandlaunchingjoint innovationinitiatives.
LeveragingContinuousImprovementandLong-term Value
Digitalprocurementtransformationisanever-ending journey.Organizationsneedtoinculcateacultureof continuousimprovementtosmoothenprocesses,change marketdynamics,andexplorenewavailabletechnologies.
Thisissupplementedbygovernanceframeworksthatguide monitoring,measuretheactualperformancelevels,and holdtheagencyaccountable.Someofthenotable performanceindicatorsincludethosebeyondpurecost savings,suchassupplierperformance,contractcompliance, processingcycletimes,andusersatisfaction.
Tocreatelong-termvalue,thefirmsneedtobefutureorientedandagile.Emergingtechnologies-IoT, blockchain,andgenerativeAIarerevolutionizing procurementpossibilitiesdaybyday.Stayingcurrentand spendingonaninnovationpilotkeepsthefirmsaheadof theirtimeandcompetitive.BesidesthebroaderESG objectives,digitalprocurementalignmentcaneven contributevaluetoenabletheresponsiblesourcing, improvethetransparency,andultimatelyreach sustainabilityinbusinessprocesses.Prioritizingdigital procurementasacontinuousstrategicinitiativethen enablesanorganizationtosurvive,butmoreimportantly,to thriveinthedigitaleconomy
Conclusion
Digitalprocurementtransformationsuccessrequiresa planned,structured,yetflexibleapproach.Itbeginswith strategyalignmentandvision,proceedswithcareful implementationandcapabilitydevelopment,andis sustainedbyongoingimprovementandinnovation.By adoptingthisframework,organisationscanreleasenew heightsofefficiency,insightandstrategicvaluefromtheir procurementoperations-ultimatelyturningprocurement intoacentraldriverofbusinesssuccessinthedigitalera.
From Sustainability to AI
What Are the Latest Procurement Trends for Businesses?
Intoday’srapidlyshiftingglobaleconomy,procurement isnolongerjustaboutcost-cuttingandcontract negotiationithasevolvedintoastrategicfunctionat thecoreofbusinessresilienceandinnovation.
Withinflation,geopoliticaluncertainties,andtechnological disruptionshapingthelandscape,stayingaheadmeans aligningwiththelatestprocurementtrendsthatdefine competitiveadvantage.
Here’sadeepdiveintothemostimpactfulprocurement trendsbusinessesshouldwatchin2025andbeyond.
1.SustainableandEthicalSourcingTakesCenterStage
Sustainabilityisnolongeracorporatebuzzword—it’sa businessimperative.Organizationsareincreasingly expectedtodemonstrateenvironmentalandsocial responsibilitythroughouttheirsupplychains.Procurement teamsarenowscrutinizingsupplierpracticesnotonlyfor qualityandcostbutalsoforethicallaborstandards,carbon footprints,andcirculareconomyprinciples.
CompanieslikeUnileverandIKEAareleadingtheway byembeddingsustainabilitycriteriaintosupplier evaluation.Thisprocurementtrendreflectsgrowing consumerdemandforresponsiblebrands,aswell aspressurefromregulatorsenforcing environmentaldisclosurenorms.
Human Touch: Procurement professionalsarebecomingstewardsof
change,collaboratingwithsupplierstoinnovategreener materials,reducewaste,andbuildlong-termpartnerships rootedinsharedvalues.
2.DigitalTransformationandAutomation
Digitaltoolsareredefiningprocurementoperations.From roboticprocessautomation(RPA)toartificialintelligence (AI),businessesareinvestingintechnologythatstreamlines sourcing,contractmanagement,andspendanalytics.
AI-poweredplatformscanpredictsupplychaindisruptions, automateroutinetasks,andevenhelpwithdecision-making throughdata-driveninsights.Procurementsoftware solutionslikeSAPAriba,Coupa,andJaggaerareenabling end-to-endvisibilityandefficiency.
Thisprocurementtrendallowsprofessionalstofocusless onpaperworkandmoreonstrategicactivities,suchasrisk mitigationandsuppliercollaboration.
Human Touch: Despiteautomation,humanoversight remainscritical.Thegoalistoaugmenthumandecisionmaking,notreplaceit—ensuringsmarter,faster,andmore informedprocurement.
3.RiskManagementandSupplyChainResilience
Thepandemic,warinUkraine,andglobaltradetensions revealedjusthowfragileglobalsupplychainscanbe.Asa result,oneofthedominantprocurementtrendsisproactive riskmanagement.
Businessesarediversifyingsupplierbases,investingin localsourcingoptions,andbuildingredundanciesto withstanddisruptions.Scenarioplanning,supplierrisk scoring,andreal-timemonitoringtoolsarebecoming essentialtoprocurementstrategies.
Morethanever,procurementteamsareexpectedtoactas earlywarningsystems—anticipatingrisksbeforetheyspiral intofull-blowncrises.
Human Touch: Trust-basedrelationshipswithsuppliershelp companiesweatherstorms.Procurementisn’tjustabout contracts—it’saboutcollaborationandsharedresilience.
4.EmphasisonStrategicSupplierRelationships
Gonearethedaysofadversarialsuppliernegotiations.A majorprocurementtrendistheshiftfromtransactionalto
strategicsupplierpartnerships.Companiesareincreasingly engagingsuppliersearlyintheproductdevelopment process,co-investingininnovation,andfosteringlong-term valuecreation.
Thesepartnershipscanleadtofastertime-to-market, improvedquality,andinnovationpipelinesthatkeep companiescompetitive.
Human Touch: Strongsupplierrelationshipsarebuilton transparency,communication,andmutualrespect. Procurementprofessionalsarebecomingrelationship managerswhounlockvaluebyworking with suppliers ratherthan against them.
5.Data-DrivenDecisionMaking
Dataisthenewcurrencyinprocurement.Advanced analyticshelporganizationsunderstandspendpatterns, supplierperformance,andcontractcompliance.Real-time dashboardsandpredictiveanalyticsarenowindispensable toolsintheprocurementtoolkit.
Thisprocurementtrendempowersbusinessestoidentify savingsopportunities,measureKPIs,anddrivecontinuous improvement.
Human Touch: Whilealgorithmscandetectanomalies,it takeshumaninsighttointerprettrends,challenge assumptions,anddrivechange.Dataisonlyasgoodasthe questionsweaskofit.
Conclusion:ProcurementasaStrategicPowerhouse
Theprocurementfunctionhasevolvedfromcostcontrolto astrategicleverforinnovation,sustainability,and resilience.Byembracingthelatestprocurementtrends, businessesarenotjuststayingcompetitive—theyare buildingorganizationsthatareagile,ethical,andfutureready.
Procurementleaderswhoblendtechnologywithhuman insight,sustainabilitywithstrategy,andriskwithresilience willshapethenextgenerationofhigh-performing enterprises.Astheroleofprocurementcontinuestoexpand, onethingisclear:thefutureofbusinesswillbebuiltnot justonwhatwebuy,but how webuyit.
