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Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 15 - Beyond the RFQ: Building a Purpose-Driven Procurement Function - with Gao KwintmeyerIf five purchase orders go wrong, suddenly everyone’s looking at procurement.That’s the reality Ottobock CPO Gao Kwintmeyer knows well—and it’s why he’s spent his career building a procurement function that delivers far more than just cost savings.In this episode, host Mike Jansen talks with Gao about what it really takes to lead procurement at a global scale. From navigating supplier quality issues and regulatory complexity to integrating AI with intention, Gao shares how he balances operational excellence with strategic impact. With over 27 years of experience, Gao offers a pragmatic...2025-06-0449 min