From Avoidance to Aligned: Building Better Procurement Relationships

From Avoidance to Aligned: Building Better Procurement Relationships

Conference Registration

Session Details

Date: Monday, June 29

Time: 4:45 pm - 5:35 pm CT

1 CPE credits

Level: basic

Field of Study: Finance

From a back-office function known for paper-heavy processes, complex and changing requirements, lengthy delays, and confusion, procurement departments in organizations of all sizes can transform into strategic partners. By focusing on customer service, efficiency, and results, they can follow the lead of speakers in this session by building relationships, listening to and understanding the needs of all stakeholders, and reducing complexity.

Attend this session to identify a better way for procurement to collaborate with finance, improve outcomes, and grow into a true strategic partner that sits "at the table" providing valuable input for important decisions.

Learning Objectives

  • Identify root‑cause issues that contribute to poor perception of procurement
  • Apply clear, organization‑wide procurement policies that reinforce oversight and consistency
  • Engage departments through communication, training, and collaborative problem‑solving
  • Recognize how leadership support and proactive staffing elevate procurement to a strategic role