Procurement in 2021: Insights from four procurement leaders

Procurement in 2021 Report 

We can’t predict the future, but as we all wrestle with the opportunities and challenges that 2021 will bring, we thought it would be helpful to take a look at the issues of some of the world’s top procurement leaders are facing.

The insights shared with us are a fascinating glimpse of what’s ahead in 2021. Common themes include:

• The shifting role of procurement – cost optimization remains a priority for leaders but the importance of other aspects such as risk management and social value are expected to grow 
• Being at the heart of change – for all organizations the pandemic has meant changes. Procurement is expected to be at the centre of making those changes a reality
• People and wellbeing –For all of the leaders we spoke to, making sure that people have the support they need to succeed in 2021 was deemed essential