Marcus Schlenker is the Head of IT Contract & Vendor Management at Infineon Technologies AG. He is based in Munich, Germany, and since 2013 globally responsible for the contracts of the IT organization, including IT for manufacturing. In his current role he leads the contract negotiations and contract management for any kind of IT Software, Hardware, Cloud Services, Professional Services and Outsourcing. Marcus has more than 25 years of experience in IT and Telecommunications. Marcus’s expertise spans contract and vendor management, supplier relationships and procurement processes, leveraging his extensive background in strategic sourcing and business development. He brings a deep understanding of technology and supplier ecosystems, helping Infineon navigate the complexities of global IT contract landscape. During his professional career he held several leading positions in Partner Management at Nokia`s Systems Integration Business and in Product Management and Business Development at Siemens Communications. Marcus graduated from the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg and holds a diploma in electrical engineering.

The Pop in Your Job:
"Working with great people and building successful teams in an ever-changing technological and business environment is my every day motivation”

Paolo is a seasoned procurement professional with extensive experience in IT sourcing and supplier management. Currently, he is the Head of Technology & Innovation Procurement at DFDS, where he leads the strategic procurement of IT solutions, drives innovation, and ensures alignment with organizational goals. His role encompasses strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations to deliver value and cost efficiencies. Previously, Paolo honed his expertise in category management and strategic sourcing through leadership roles at Nokia, IKEA, and Barclays.

The Pop In Your Job:
"Every working day is different in IT Procurement. I enjoy creating sourcing strategies, scanning the market, learning about new technologies, agreeing go-to-market approach with business partners, negotiating with suppliers and the feeling of achievement when a complex deal is finalized. But the part of my job that I like the most is the great opportunity to work with many skilled individuals and build good and long-lasting relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and suppliers. And lately I also love to pass on to younger colleagues what I have learned in several years of IT procurement work"

Luciana Ferreira is a Senior Manager for IT Contract Management at Infineon Technologies, where she oversees the strategic management of IT contracts and vendor relationships. With over seven years of experience at Infineon, Luciana has advanced through various roles, including IT Contract Manager and Trainee in the IT Contract & Vendor Management team, gaining extensive expertise in contract negotiation, compliance, and vendor collaboration. Before her tenure at Infineon, Luciana practiced law at Kawasaki Advogados Associados in São Paulo, Brazil, where she specialized in legal advisory and contract law.

Forward-thinking IT Contract Manager leveraging AI technology to revolutionize procurement processes and contract management. Bridging the gap between stakeholders, suppliers, and category management while pioneering AI-assisted workflows for enhanced efficiency and decision-making. Leading strategic initiatives in contract lifecycle management and serving as a key liaison between business stakeholders and vendors. Embracing AI as a personal assistant to create negotiate strategies, optimize processes, and drive innovation in procurement practices. Expertise in best value RFP processes, supplier performance measurement, and commercial negotiations.

Cem is Co-Founder and Managing Director at ProTeams

Melanie works within the SAM space, as an expert on demand, Lead negotiator and Project Manager for the IT Asset Management programs. Her focus is on application rationalization, application modernization, removal of technical debt and optimization through process digitalization. Melanie's work also covers audit defense for SAP as well as M&A activities and tailor-made negotiation strategies and Procurement services.

Richard Spithoven is the EMEA Lead for Publisher Advisory Services at SoftwareOne. In his previous role, Richard was one of the managing partners at B-lay, strategically acquired by SoftwareOne in July 2020. Richard started to work in the license management industry in 2004 and worked for almost 10 years at Oracle Corporation as Regional Director for its License Management Services department within EMEA South, the authority on Oracle’s licensing policies and business practices. Richard uses his knowledge of enterprise software publishers to educate, equip and enable software end users in their challenges regarding proper software license management. In his role as ‘trusted advisor’ of many CIOs and CFOs he has been participating in the EuroCIO.org platform and is requested as a regular speaker at the annual events of the IT Asset Management (ITAM) Review and International Association for IT Asset Management (IAITAM) in North America, Australia and Europe. Richard holds a master’s degree in IT, from University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

Infineon Technologies AG is a global semiconductor leader in power systems and IoT. Infineon drives decarbonization and digitalization with its products and solutions. The Company had around 58,060 employees worldwide (end of September 2024) and generated revenue of about €15 billion in the 2024 fiscal year (ending 30 September). Infineon is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: IFX) and in the USA on the OTCQX International over-the-counter market (ticker symbol: IFNNY).

We are a transport and logistics company providing the safe, reliable and efficient movement of people and goods - more than 14,000 colleagues, all committed to transforming our business into a greener and more digitised operation. We are proud of our role as part of the critical infrastructure serving customers and communities across Europe and further afield. Movement is a natural part of who we are. From the first four companies that came together to found DFDS, to our activities today of travel and transport – we are all about moving. Moving people, moving goods, but also moving mindsets and new, important agendas.  We value diversity and inclusion and work every day to continuously create a space where everyone can realise their true potential - safely and confidently. We move with our customers and with our colleagues. We move forward; we move as one. We move for all to grow

Infineon Technologies AG is a global semiconductor leader in power systems and IoT. Infineon drives decarbonization and digitalization with its products and solutions. The Company had around 58,060 employees worldwide (end of September 2024) and generated revenue of about €15 billion in the 2024 fiscal year (ending 30 September). Infineon is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: IFX) and in the USA on the OTCQX International over-the-counter market (ticker symbol: IFNNY).

Van Oord is a leading international marine contractor focusing on dredging, infrastructure and offshore energy projects. We are an innovative partner for our clients and, for over 155 years, have been helping to create the infrastructure for the world of tomorrow. The growing world population needs more space and the demand for energy is rising constantly. Increasing world trade requires more and better port facilities and climate change is threatening coastal areas. Van Oord provides innovative solutions for these worldwide maritime challenges, both now and in the future. Van Oord is Dutch family-owned company, which is characterized by visible leadership, long-term vision and a sound financial position. Substantial investments in people and equipment are made with great care to ensure the continuity of our business. Our staff are committed, entrepreneurial professionals who are passionate about water and technology. They know the importance of cooperation in achieving the best possible result. By being open and honest, they build on mutual trust and respect. Marine ingenuity is what sets Van Oord apart. In just two words, we show in the clearest possible terms what we do, how we do it, and what makes us different. A passionate, smart, shrewd, international marine contractor – that is how we see ourselves. Van Oord believes in One Team, worldwide.

Proteams is an online platform for leading multinational enterprises to source and manage their external and flexible workforce. Depending on the need, Proteams can either: A) Provide independent professionals (contingent workers) to work directly with your business units as part of its Staff Augmentation service, or B) Build teams of top-tier freelancers managed by the project managers of Proteams to deliver digital products or services, as part of its Managed Projects service. With its dedicated hypercare support team, Proteams assures successful delivery and significant savings (50-80%) compared to traditional vendors. 'Hypercare Enterprise Service' of Proteams ensures that all your external workforce activities comply with your corporate standards and local regulations. The members of the Proteams platform are either independent professionals or teams selected based on certain criteria, such as references from leading clients, exceptional skills, and senior-level experience.

SoftwareONE is a leading global provider of end-to-end software and cloud technology solutions, headquartered in Switzerland. With an IP and technology-driven services portfolio, it enables companies to holistically develop and implement their commercial, technology and digital transformation strategies. This is achieved by modernizing applications and migrate critical workloads on public clouds, while simultaneously managing and optimizing the related software and cloud assets and licensing. SoftwareONE’s offerings are connected by PyraCloud, its proprietary digital platform, which provides customers with data-driven, actionable intelligence. With around 7,700 employees and sales and service delivery capabilities in 90 countries, SoftwareONE provides around 65,000 business customers with software and cloud solutions from over 7,500 publishers. SoftwareONE’s shares (SWON) are listed on SIX Swiss Exchange.

SoftwareOne is a leading global software and cloud solutions provider that is redefining how companies build, buy and manage everything in the cloud. By helping clients to migrate and modernize their workloads and applications – and in parallel, to navigate and optimize the resulting software and cloud changes – SoftwareOne unlocks the value of technology. The company’s 8,900 employees are driven to deliver a portfolio of 7,500 software brands with sales and delivery capabilities in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, SoftwareOne is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SWON.