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Press Release : Celebrating Excellence in Procurement: Winners of the 16th EIPM-Peter Kraljic Awards Announced

For Immediate Release Geneva, Switzerland – 12th December 2025

Celebrating Excellence in Procurement: Winners of the 16th EIPM-Peter Kraljic Awards Announced

The EIPM-Peter Kraljic Awards, now in its 16th edition, has once again recognised procurement organizations that exemplify outstanding performance, innovation, and sustainability. Held in Geneva, Switzerland, this prestigious ceremony celebrated organizations that are role models in procurement, demonstrating creativity, efficiency, and social responsibility while advancing supplier relationships and driving change across industries.

The awards are based on a rigorous evaluation process aligned with the EFQM model. Finalists are selected through an assessment of 99 practices and measures, followed by in-depth interviews and jury deliberations.

2025 Winners Across Five Categories

  1. Circular Economy Footprint
    Winner: CTT procurement and logistics
    Recognised for achieving significant circular economy milestones, leveraging recycled materials, championing product reuse, and partnering with suppliers to accelerate their transition to low-emission transport solutions.
  2. Collaborative Value Creation
    Winner: BULGARI Procurement Department
    Honoured for driving value through collaborative relationships, establishing itself as a trusted partner across the company, and demonstrating exemplary change leadership.
  3. Industry Shaper & AI Pioneer
    Winner: Vodafone Procure & Connect
    Recognised for delivering strategic impact across the organisation, driving industry-wide transformation, and pioneering an AI-driven procurement platform that sets new standards for innovation.
  4. Innovation and Strategic Impact
    Winner: SOMFY
    Celebrated for shaping company strategy, demonstrating a systematic approach to innovation, and cultivating long-term supplier relationships that drive performance.
  5. Virtuous Ecosystem Leader
    Winner: GRUPPO Hera
    Celebrated for creating shared value across its industrial ecosystem, delivering an impactful supplier capability-building programme, and advancing individual learning and development opportunities.
  6. Organisation of the year
    Winner: Nexans
    This accolade recognises excellence in supplier engagement, driving long-term value creation, advancing innovation and circular economy initiatives, and fostering outstanding employee engagement.

Congratulations to all our winners!

For more information, please contact: Dr Legenvre Hervé Research Director EIPM herve.legenvre@eipm.org

About the EIPM-Peter Kraljic Awards

The EIPM-Peter Kraljic Awards were established to honour procurement organizations that redefine excellence through innovation, sustainability, and strategic impact. Named after Dr. Peter Kraljic, a leading figure in procurement, these awards set the benchmark for organizations worldwide.

About the EIPM

The European Institute of Purchasing Management (EIPM) is a globally recognized centre of excellence in procurement and supply management. Established in 1990, EIPM is dedicated to developing and promoting best practices in purchasing and supply management through cutting-edge research, tailored education programs, and professional certifications.