Sourcing and Procurement functions are facing major changes in coming years. Day-to-day job in different Sourcing and procurement roles are changing more than ever before due to changing internal and external business environment. Closer business integrations, very volatile market environment, economic crises, requirements from different type of mega-trends, changes in regulations and different type of sanctions are setting Sourcing and Procurement expectations in new level. What does it mean for the sourcing organizations and professionals? How to prepare for it? In the presentation we’ll be scratching the surface of the future expectations topic and learnings from UPM transformation journey.

• Business Integration – “Sourcing as part of business” is critical for maximising Sourcing and Procurement value delivery for businesses
• Digital transformation and appropriate operating models are needed for clear focus, enabling operative efficiency and business value
• Volatile business environment and mega-trends are changing Sourcing and Procurement job roles – prepare for need of new capabilities!
• World become more and more complex – change management and soft skills will be crucial in the future leadership