Procurement Excellence Summit and Awards

About this event

The Procurement Excellence Summit and Awards is a prominent event aimed at transforming the procurement landscape with its 18th edition taking place at The Westin Gurgaon, New Delhi. This summit serves as a critical platform for senior decision-makers from leading organizations in India, including Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) from Fortune 500 companies and emerging procurement innovators. The event focuses on architecting resilient and autonomous procurement ecosystems, emphasizing the need for procurement to not only optimize costs but to engineer value, embed intelligence, and build resilience amid market uncertainties.Participants will delve into the latest trends that are reshaping procurement, exploring the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) and cognitive analytics in modern operations. The summit will provide actionable insights into navigating sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance challenges. Attendees will learn best practices in vendor management and negotiation, risk management strategies, and how to leverage analytics for informed decision-making and enhanced operational efficiency. The event also addresses the necessary skill sets for procurement leaders, emphasizing the importance of cross-functional collaboration and data-driven approaches in fostering supplier partnerships. Notable speakers at the summit will include influential figures such as the Head of Procurement for South Asia Region from Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, the Chief Procurement & Supply Chain Officer from a major hospitality brand, and various senior executives from leading organizations across sectors including lighting, solar, electronics, and insurance. The summit culminates in the prestigious Procurement Excellence Awards, which honor exemplary achievements in procurement and supply chain innovation, recognizing award categories like Procurement Leader of the Year and Procurement Team of the Year for 2026. This event not only