- June 12, 2025
- All day
- Lavaux Region, Switzerland
Be the Architect of Change, Lead Procurement into the Next Era.
The 32nd EIPM ROUNTABLE for CPOs delves into the dynamic interplay between AI, sustainability practices, and the cultivation of talent, charting new horizons for the procurement profession.
Join us as we navigate the procurement frontiers, harnessing the power of technology, sustainability, and talent to shape a brighter, more resilient future for your organization. Elevate your expertise, network with industry trailblazers, and gain invaluable insights to drive your procurement strategies forward.
Don’t miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to be at the forefront of Procurement innovation. Reserve your seat now and be part of shaping the future of the industry!
The CPO Roundtable will be hosted in Lavaux Region, Switzerland.
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THE SPEAKERS
Emmanuel ERBA
Emmanuel Erba serves as the Group Chief Procurement Officer and Executive Vice President at CAPGEMINI, a global leader in consulting, technology services, and digital transformation. In this role, he oversees the company’s procurement strategies, ensuring alignment with Capgemini’s commitment to innovation and excellence. Emmanuel has been instrumental in driving digitalization within procurement processes, emphasizing the importance of user experience for both internal and external stakeholders. His leadership is pivotal in enhancing procurement’s potential through solid technological foundations.
Bertrand CONQUERET
Bertrand Conquéret is the Chief Procurement Officer at Henkel, a global chemical and consumer goods company. As President of Henkel Global Supply Chain B.V., he has transformed Henkel’s procurement into a top-performing organization. He co-founded two non-profit organizations: Together for Sustainability and The Sustainable Procurement Pledge alongside Thomas Udesen who is Chief Procurement Officer at Bayer. Bertrand’s expertise spans global supply chain management, strategic relationships, digital transformation, and organizational culture, emphasizing that “Procurement is more than a role; it is a responsibility.”
Thomas UDESEN
Thomas Udesen is the Chief Procurement Officer at Bayer, a global pharmaceutical and life sciences company. With a distinguished 30-year career in procurement, he joined Bayer in 2014 after roles at The East Asiatic Company and Johnson & Johnson. Thomas is also the Co-Founder of The Sustainable Procurement Pledge, aiming to embed UN Sustainable Development Goals into procurement practices by 2030. At Bayer, he leads the global procurement strategy, focusing on process optimization and enhancing supplier relationships. Under his leadership, Bayer joined the Together for Sustainability initiative, and the Science Based Targets initiative, committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Thomas ANDRÉ
Thomas André is the Vice-President Procurement Excellence, Group Procurement at CAPGEMINI. He focuses on enhancing procurement processes and strategies to drive efficiency and value. His role involves the design and implementation of the digital procurement landscape, driving the compliance and sustainability agenda, managing the operating model and operational efficiency of the function to best-in-class performance, and growing the value captured and delivered to top and bottom lines while ensuring alignment with Capgemini’s strategic objectives. Thomas’s expertise in procurement contributes significantly to the company’s commitment to thought leadership, and delivering innovative solutions to clients.
Dr. Herve LEGENVRE
Hervé serves as Research Director and Professor at EIPM. He’s involved in research and education on supply chain innovation and open technologies. His work focuses on advancing knowledge and practices in supply chain management, emphasizing the role of innovation and open technologies in transforming procurement functions. Hervé’s contributions are instrumental in shaping the future of procurement through education and research.
