Where Procurement Meets Best-of-Breed
Join leading best-of-breed providers to experience the ecosystem working together in live hackathons, interactive workshops and practical discussions. 

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why Attend procuretex?

A Community, Not Just an Event

ProcureTEX is more than a one-off gathering - it's a launchpad for a community that emphasizes:

Interoperability in Action
Experience a connected best-of-breed ecosystem working together to solve challenges in live hackathons.
Practitioner-Led
Network and engage with peers in practitioner-only workshops and sessions. No vendors allowed unless invited.
Proven Vendors
Every best-of-breed provider is vetted for scalability, interoperability, and proven success.
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Curated Content
Thought leadership and workshops that address real pain points — no fluff, just actionable insights and takeaways.
Transparent Sponsorship
No pay-to-play speaking slots or marketing gimmicks. Participation is earned through quality, not budgets.
Quality Over Clout
Speakers are selected based on the value of their experience, not the title on their business card.
who should attend procuretex?

Procurement Leaders Who Want to Drive Change

Designed for procurement leaders and digital transformation teams at large enterprises, this event is for those seeking scalable, modern solutions. If you’re driving transformation, frustrated with outdated tools, or looking to connect with peers solving real challenges — this is your space.

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Previous ProcureTEX speakers

Speakers for ProcureTEX 2026 coming soon.

Chandar Lal
Chandar Lal
Partner
Mosaic Ventures
Professor Mike Wooldridge
Professor Mike Wooldridge
Professor of AI
University of Oxford
Martin Ward
Martin Ward
Digital Procurement Solutions Lead
Roche
Missi Anderson
Missi Anderson
Global Supply Chain Organization: Center of Excellence Sourcing Manager
Intel
Satvinder Panesar
Satvinder Panesar
Data and Analytics Strategy Director
AstraZeneca
James Belshaw
James Belshaw
Procurement Performance Leader
Primark
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tHE AGENDA

What happened at ProcureTEX 2025

ProcureTEX 2026 agenda coming soon.

08:00 - 08:50
Registration & Networking
Break
No items found.
08:50 - 09:00
Opening & Welcome
Founders of ProcureTEX
Introducing ProcureTEX, key themes and Hackathon Challenges
No items found.
09:00 - 09:30
Unravelling AI: A Clear-Eyed Look at Artificial Intelligence
Michael Wooldridge, Professor of AI, University of Oxford
Leading AI researcher and Oxford Professor Michael Wooldridge cuts through the hype to offer a clear, engaging view of how AI works, where it’s headed and why it matters. Drawing on his acclaimed Turing Lectures, he separates fact from fiction tomake sense of today’s most talked-about technology.
Speaker
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
09:30 - 09:50
AI in Procurement: Practical Applications & Friction Points
Panel discussion: Former Colgate-Palmolive, Bayer, Professor of AI at University of Oxford, Former Professor of AI at UCC
A discussion around the practical applications of AI in procurement. What’s working, where it’s adding value but also the friction points that still exist that need to be solved.
Panel
Bawana Radhakrishnan
Ex Colgate-Palmolive
Bawana Radhakrishnan
Ex Colgate-Palmolive
Karsten Richter
Bayer
Karsten Richter
Bayer
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
Alan Holland
Keelvar
Alan Holland
Keelvar
9:50 - 10:30
Coffee Break / Networking
Break
No items found.
10:30 - 10:50
Strategic Sourcing of Global Category, 2003 vs. 2025.
Ralf Garczorz, Former CPO MedTech, Johnson & Johnson
Former J&J MedTech CPO Ralf Garczorz shares a high-stakes sourcing story from 2003—solved without modern tools—and compares it to how the same challenge would be tackled today. He explores the real cost of getting to a good outcome without technology, and what’s now possible with the right tools.
Speaker
Ralf Garczorz
Johnson & Johnson
Ralf Garczorz
Johnson & Johnson
10:50 - 11:15
Closing the Data to Action Gap
Panel discussion: Siemens, Intel, AstraZeneca, Mondalez
Procurement teams are flooded with data but still struggle to action it. This panel explores how organizations are closing the gap between insight and action - tackling data quality, silos, and capability gaps to unlock AI’s potential. Learn practical strategies, lessons learned and what’s still in the way.
Panel
Adrian Vicol
Siemens Energy
Adrian Vicol
Siemens Energy
Satvinder Panesar
AstraZeneca
Satvinder Panesar
AstraZeneca
Michael Blumentsev
Mondelēz International
Michael Blumentsev
Mondelēz International
Phil Ideson
Art of Procurement
Phil Ideson
Art of Procurement
11:15 - 11:50
Break & Networking
Break
No items found.
11:50 - 12:10
Intake & Orchestration: The Journey at Roche
Martin Ward, Digital Procurement Solutions Lead, Roche
In this session, Martin Ward, Digital Procurement Solutions Lead at Roche, shares real-world experience with orchestration - what’s working, what’s not, and the challenges still ahead. Expect honest insights and practical takeaways on building more connected, intelligent procurement through people, process and technology.
Speaker
Martin Ward
Roche
Martin Ward
Roche
12:10 - 12:30
Maersk’s Journey to a Connected Procurement Ecosystem
Dilip Nair, Head of Operational Excellence, Maersk & Sourav Das, Senior Product Manager, Maersk
Having best-in-class tools is one thing—making them work together is another. This sessions explores how Maersk is building a connected procurement ecosystem for end-to-end visibility and smarter decisions, tackling silos, integration, and process challenges with a candid, practical look at real-world transformation.
Speaker
Dilip Nair
Maersk
Dilip Nair
Maersk
Sourav Das
Maersk
Sourav Das
Maersk
12:30 - 13:45
Lunch & Networking
Break
No items found.
13:45 - 16:30
Live Hackathons

See procurement technology in action working together. These Hackathon sessions will showcase multiple best-in-class systems connected in real time to solve real challenges.
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‍Expect:‍

  • Guided, hands-on session
  • Clear walkthrough of the challenge
  • Showcase of interconnected solutions in action
  • Live narration from engineers & specialists
  • Q&A and tech deep-dives post demo

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13:45 - 16:30
Practitioner's Circle

This track is a dedicated space for procurement practitioners only - no vendors, no selling.

A private space for practitioners to share challenges, ideas and lessons learned openly and honestly. the is a peer-driven forum for real conversation - no sales, no filters.

‍‍

Expect:

  • 45 minute roundtables
  • Enterprise or expert hosted
  • Variety of discussion topics across AI, orchestration, change management & more

‍

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13:45 - 16:30
Workshops

These 45 minute interactive, small-group sessions are designed to go beyond theory-focusing on practical application, real examples, and peer discussion.

Each workshop offers deep dive into a specific topic, guided by the experts and built around active participation, problem-solving, and take-home tools.

‍

‍Key Themes include:

  • Driving transformation through people and tech
  • Practical applications of AI in procurement
  • Analytics and insights
  • Building integration capability

‍

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16:45 - 17:00
Closing Remarks
Closing statements from ProcureTEX Founders
Live Hackathons
See procurement technology in action working together. These Hackathon sessions will showcase multiple best-in-class systems connected in real time to solve real challenges.

Expect:‍
‍
  • 90-minute guided, hands on session
  • Clear walkthrough of the challenge
  • Showcase of interconnected solutions in action
  • Live narration from engineers & specialists
  • Q&A and tech deep-dives post demo
13:15 - 14:45
Hackathon 1
Use case coming soon.
14:50 - 16:20
Hackathon 2
Use case coming soon.
Practitioners Circle
This track is a dedicated space for procurement practitioners only - no vendors, no selling.

A private space for practitioners to share challenges, ideas and lessons learned openly and honestly. the is a peer-driven forum for real conversation - no sales, no filters.

Expect:
‍
  • 45-60 minute roundtables
  • Enterprise or expert hosted
  • Variety of discussion topics across AI, orchestration, change management & more
  • If you would like to host a practitioner circle, please contact events@procuretex.com
13:15 - 16:15
Sessions & Timings Coming Soon
Workshops
These 30-45 minute interactive, small-group sessions are designed to go beyond theory-focusing on practical application, real examples, and peer discussion.

Each workshop offers deep dive into a specific topic, guided by the experts and built around active participation, problem-solving, and take-home tools.

Key Themes include:
‍
  • Driving transformation through people and tech
  • Practical applications of AI in procurement
  • Building and developing future procurement talent
  • Procurement excellence and operating model design
  • AI maturity assessments and roadmapping
  • Process innovation across the procurement lifecycle
13:15 - 16:15
Sessions & Timings Coming Soon
16:30 - 17:00
Closing Remarks & Hackathon Results
Showcasing the results of the live hackathons and closing statements
08:00 - 08:50
Registration & Networking
Break
No items found.
08:50 - 09:00
Opening & Welcome
Founders of ProcureTEX
Introducing ProcureTEX, key themes and Hackathon Challenges
No items found.
09:00 - 09:30
Unravelling AI: A Clear-Eyed Look at Artificial Intelligence
Michael Wooldridge, Professor of AI, University of Oxford
Leading AI researcher and Oxford Professor Michael Wooldridge cuts through the hype to offer a clear, engaging view of how AI works, where it’s headed and why it matters. Drawing on his acclaimed Turing Lectures, he separates fact from fiction tomake sense of today’s most talked-about technology.
Speaker
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
09:30 - 09:50
AI in Procurement: Practical Applications & Friction Points
Panel discussion: Former Colgate-Palmolive, Bayer, Professor of AI at University of Oxford, Former Professor of AI at UCC
A discussion around the practical applications of AI in procurement. What’s working, where it’s adding value but also the friction points that still exist that need to be solved.
Panel
Bawana Radhakrishnan
Ex Colgate-Palmolive
Bawana Radhakrishnan
Ex Colgate-Palmolive
Karsten Richter
Bayer
Karsten Richter
Bayer
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
Professor Mike Wooldridge
University of Oxford
Alan Holland
Keelvar
Alan Holland
Keelvar
9:50 - 10:30
Coffee Break / Networking
Break
No items found.
10:30 - 10:50
Strategic Sourcing of Global Category, 2003 vs. 2025.
Ralf Garczorz, Former CPO MedTech, Johnson & Johnson
Former J&J MedTech CPO Ralf Garczorz shares a high-stakes sourcing story from 2003—solved without modern tools—and compares it to how the same challenge would be tackled today. He explores the real cost of getting to a good outcome without technology, and what’s now possible with the right tools.
Speaker
Ralf Garczorz
Johnson & Johnson
Ralf Garczorz
Johnson & Johnson
10:50 - 11:15
Closing the Data to Action Gap
Panel discussion: Siemens, Intel, AstraZeneca, Mondalez
Procurement teams are flooded with data but still struggle to action it. This panel explores how organizations are closing the gap between insight and action - tackling data quality, silos, and capability gaps to unlock AI’s potential. Learn practical strategies, lessons learned and what’s still in the way.
Panel
Adrian Vicol
Siemens Energy
Adrian Vicol
Siemens Energy
Satvinder Panesar
AstraZeneca
Satvinder Panesar
AstraZeneca
Michael Blumentsev
Mondelēz International
Michael Blumentsev
Mondelēz International
Phil Ideson
Art of Procurement
Phil Ideson
Art of Procurement
11:15 - 11:50
Break & Networking
Break
No items found.
11:50 - 12:10
Intake & Orchestration: The Journey at Roche
Martin Ward, Digital Procurement Solutions Lead, Roche
In this session, Martin Ward, Digital Procurement Solutions Lead at Roche, shares real-world experience with orchestration - what’s working, what’s not, and the challenges still ahead. Expect honest insights and practical takeaways on building more connected, intelligent procurement through people, process and technology.
Speaker
Martin Ward
Roche
Martin Ward
Roche
12:10 - 12:30
Maersk’s Journey to a Connected Procurement Ecosystem
Dilip Nair, Head of Operational Excellence, Maersk & Sourav Das, Senior Product Manager, Maersk
Having best-in-class tools is one thing—making them work together is another. This sessions explores how Maersk is building a connected procurement ecosystem for end-to-end visibility and smarter decisions, tackling silos, integration, and process challenges with a candid, practical look at real-world transformation.
Speaker
Dilip Nair
Maersk
Dilip Nair
Maersk
Sourav Das
Maersk
Sourav Das
Maersk
12:30 - 13:45
Lunch & Networking
Break
No items found.
16:45 - 17:00
Closing Remarks
Closing statements from ProcureTEX Founders
Closing
No items found.
Live Hackathons

See procurement technology in action working together. These Hackathon sessions will showcase multiple best-in-class systems connected in real time to solve real challenges.
‍

‍Expect:‍

  • Guided, hands-on session
  • Clear walkthrough of the challenge
  • Showcase of interconnected solutions in action
  • Live narration from engineers & specialists
  • Q&A and tech deep-dives post demo

‍

Practitioner's Circle

This track is a dedicated space for procurement practitioners only - no vendors, no selling.

A private space for practitioners to share challenges, ideas and lessons learned openly and honestly. the is a peer-driven forum for real conversation - no sales, no filters.

‍‍

Expect:

  • 45 minute roundtables
  • Enterprise or expert hosted
  • Variety of discussion topics across AI, orchestration, change management & more

‍

Workshops

These 45 minute interactive, small-group sessions are designed to go beyond theory-focusing on practical application, real examples, and peer discussion.

Each workshop offers deep dive into a specific topic, guided by the experts and built around active participation, problem-solving, and take-home tools.

‍

‍Key Themes include:

  • Driving transformation through people and tech
  • Practical applications of AI in procurement
  • Analytics and insights
  • Building integration capability

‍

16:45 - 17:00
Closing Remarks
Closing statements from ProcureTEX Founders
Live Hackathons
See procurement technology in action working together. These Hackathon sessions will showcase multiple best-in-class systems connected in real time to solve real challenges.

Expect:‍
‍
  • 90-minute guided, hands on session
  • Clear walkthrough of the challenge
  • Showcase of interconnected solutions in action
  • Live narration from engineers & specialists
  • Q&A and tech deep-dives post demo
13:15 - 14:45
Hackathon 1
Use case coming soon.
14:50 - 16:20
Hackathon 2
Use case coming soon.
Practitioners Circle
This track is a dedicated space for procurement practitioners only - no vendors, no selling.

A private space for practitioners to share challenges, ideas and lessons learned openly and honestly. the is a peer-driven forum for real conversation - no sales, no filters.

Expect:
‍
  • 45-60 minute roundtables
  • Enterprise or expert hosted
  • Variety of discussion topics across AI, orchestration, change management & more
  • If you would like to host a practitioner circle, please contact events@procuretex.com
13:15 - 16:15
Sessions & Timings Coming Soon
Workshops
These 30-45 minute interactive, small-group sessions are designed to go beyond theory-focusing on practical application, real examples, and peer discussion.

Each workshop offers deep dive into a specific topic, guided by the experts and built around active participation, problem-solving, and take-home tools.

Key Themes include:
‍
  • Driving transformation through people and tech
  • Practical applications of AI in procurement
  • Building and developing future procurement talent
  • Procurement excellence and operating model design
  • AI maturity assessments and roadmapping
  • Process innovation across the procurement lifecycle
13:15 - 16:15
Sessions & Timings Coming Soon
16:30 - 17:00
Closing Remarks & Hackathon Results
Showcasing the results of the live hackathons and closing statements
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Whats happening at Procuretex

Content Goals? Insightful, no 'BS', leave with actionable ideas

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ProcureTEX Key Themes

We're building the agenda around some key themes we keep hearing from you - from real-world AI use to the future of procurement.

AI in Action
AI is rapidly moving from hype to practical application in procurement. At ProcureTEX 2025, we explored how AI technologies, from Agentic AI to AI maturity models, are transforming procurement processes. Professor Michael Wooldridge kicked off the event with a deep dive into the true potential of AI, offering insights into its evolving role in procurement. The AI in Procurement: Practical Applications & Friction Points panel addressed the tangible impact of AI, highlighting current challenges and opportunities for organizations. In the live Hackathons attendees saw best-in-class systems working together in real-time to solve real procurement challenges.
Next-Gen Procurement
The future of procurement is data-driven and agile. Traditional P2P systems are being replaced by next-gen technologies that enhance decision-making and drive efficiency. At ProcureTEX 2025, we explored the shift towards more integrated, intelligent systems. Sessions like Closing the Data to Action Gap highlighted how organizations are leveraging advanced analytics and AI to turn data into actionable insights. Workshops focused on practical applications of AI in procurement, where experts guided hands-on, small-group sessions designed to address real-world challenges and innovations.
The Future Enterprise
As procurement evolves, it’s becoming a key driver of value and innovation across the enterprise. The role of procurement professionals is changing, and technology is playing a central part in that transformation. The 2025 Tech Landscape & Future Predictions panel provided insights into how procurement tech will evolve, offering a glimpse into the tools and strategies that will shape future enterprises. Attendees heard real-world examples, like Sourcing in 2003 vs. 2025 at Johnson & Johnson, where the former CPO reflected on the evolution of procurement roles and the tools now enabling greater strategic impact. Attendees also had the opportunity to engage in Practitioners’ Circles, where peers discussed challenges and opportunities in AI, orchestration, and more.
Risk, Compliance & Control
As procurement technology scales and automates, the need for strong risk management and compliance frameworks grows. At ProcureTEX 2025, we unpacked how organizations are addressing the complexities of risk, governance, and compliance in an increasingly digital procurement world. Sessions like Intake & Orchestration: A Case Study focused on overcoming data silos and improving data quality to mitigate risk. Maersk’s Journey to a Connected Procurement Ecosystem explored how integration and transparency helps manage risk, ensuring compliance and end-to-end visibility in procurement processes.
Additional Opportunities at ProcureTEX
ProcureTEX isn’t just about presentations and keynotes: it’s about collaboration. Engage in Live Hackathons, where technology solutions work together in real time to solve pressing procurement challenges. In the Practitioner Circles, a dedicated space for procurement practitioners, you’ll connect with peers to share challenges, ideas, and lessons learned openly. The Workshops offer an interactive experience with a focus on practical, hands-on learning, making sure you walk away with tools you can apply immediately to drive transformation in your organization.
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What is ProcureTEX?

ProcureTEX is more than a one-off gathering - it's a launchpad for a community that emphasizes:

  • Interoperability in Action
  • Curated Content
  • Practitioner Led Discussion
  • Transparent Sponsorship
  • Proven Vendors
  • Quality Over Clout
When and where is ProcureTEX 2026?

ProcureTEX 2026 will take place in Circa in Amsterdam, The Netherlands on November 3rd, 2026.

Is it possible to register on site?

Tickets can only be purchased on the event website. We are anticipating a sell-out event and as such, would not recommend waiting until the day to book your place. We strongly advise registering in advance.  

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Event Registration Terms and Conditions

You can find our Terms & Conditions linked here. Please reach out to events@procuretex.com with any questions or concerns.  

How can I stay involved with the ProcureTEX community?

This is just the beginning. You can join our mailing list, follow us on LinkedIn, and be the first to hear about future meetups, agenda drops, and ways to connect with fellow practitioners. Keep an eye on your inbox for updates after the event.