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Emo Kids Anonymous151. Me.: Mike Jansen & Mark O'Connell Talk Me., Sobriety & Starting Over After TBS | Emo Kids AnonymousWelcome to EKA151! Today we are joined by Mike Jansen and Mark O'Connell of the band Me.! You may recognize Mark from the 20+ years spent behind the kit with Taking Back Sunday, but Mike is new to a lot of us so we had him tell us his story as well as how he went from submitting music to singing in Me.. We touch on Mark and Eddie Reyes reconnecting and rediscovering the simple joy of playing music with your friend and setting aside the bs, Mark's recovery, and renewed excitement for music. These fellas are very excited, and...
2026-06-0142 min
The Freight Buyers' ClubExclusive: Hapag-Lloyd CEO Rolf Habben Jansen on Iran, Suez & ZimIn this exclusive interview at TPM26 in Long Beach, Mike King is talking to Rolf Habben Jansen, CEO of Hapag-Lloyd, to discuss three of the biggest stories shaping container shipping right now.
Rolf gives his take on the proposed Zim acquisition and what it means for freight buyers, the impact of US and Israeli strikes on Iran and what that means for ships currently stuck in the Persian Gulf, and whether a return to the Suez Canal is now further away than ever.
He also shares his view on the container shipping supply and demand...
2026-03-0506 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 25 - Why Negotiation Alone No Longer Drives Procurement Value - with Mario MeyerThe biggest procurement myth? That better negotiations automatically create better results.Host Mike Jansen speaks with Mario Meyer, CPO and Head of Global Quality for the Division Plants at Ammann Group, about why classic negotiation tactics often hit a hard ceiling, and where Procurement leaders should focus instead.Mario challenges the idea that value is won at the negotiation table. Drawing on real examples from Ammann’s project-driven environment, he explains how deeper collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders unlocks value that price pressure alone never delivers.This way of thinking becomes especially cr...
2026-02-2550 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 25 - Why Negotiation Alone No Longer Drives Procurement Value - with Mario MeyerThe biggest procurement myth? That better negotiations automatically create better results.Host Mike Jansen speaks with Mario Meyer, CPO and Head of Global Quality for the Division Plants at Ammann Group, about why classic negotiation tactics often hit a hard ceiling, and where Procurement leaders should focus instead.Mario challenges the idea that value is won at the negotiation table. Drawing on real examples from Ammann’s project-driven environment, he explains how deeper collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders unlocks value that price pressure alone never delivers.This way of thinking becomes especially cr...
2026-02-2550 min
MedTech Jam Session with Chris and Mike DSail Fusion | David JansenIs the medical device industry finally ready to move past "gimmicks" and return to first principles? In this episode, Mike and Chris sit down with David Jansen, CEO of SAIL Fusion, to discuss why the Sacroiliac (SI) Joint market is heating up and why "proven orthopedic principles" are the new disruption. David shares his journey from engineering student to startup CEO and reveals how SAIL Fusion is using the Venture Studio model (via Core Medical Ventures) to accelerate development while minimizing risk. The trio also tackles the elephant in the room: the growing tension between spine surgeons and interventionalists...
2026-01-2244 min
Locked On Angels - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles AngelsANGELS BLUNDER: Kenley Jansen Signs with Tigers Despite Desire to RETURN | What's the Plan Now?The Los Angeles Angels miss out on Kenley Jansen, raising questions about their bullpen strategy for 2026. Are Perry Minasian and Arte Moreno steering the team toward a rebuild, or is competitiveness still the goal? Mike Frisch of the Super Halo Bros. examines the roster shakeup, including Taylor Ward’s trade, Robert Stephenson and Ben Joyce’s potential closing roles, and how Alek Manoah could fit the starting rotation. The lack of transparency from management leaves fans wondering if bargain signings and prospect development signal a new direction. Key topics include realistic free agent targets like Ha-Seong Kim, Kazuma Okamoto, Sung...
2025-12-1535 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 24 – Striking the Balance Between AI Hesitation and Hype in Procurement – with Salvatore LombardoAvoiding the “AI stamp" trap in Procurement starts with one mindset shift: orchestrate AI, don’t just adopt it.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with Salvatore Lombardo, CPTO at Coupa, about how procurement leaders can turn AI into a true business driver.Salvatore explains why too many teams chase artificial intelligence for visibility rather than value, and what it takes to build sustainable impact instead. He breaks down how to move from scattered “one agent per pain point” initiatives to orchestrated AI ecosystems that connect data, workflows and people.Drawing on Coupa’s...
2025-12-031h 12
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 24 – Striking the Balance Between AI Hesitation and Hype in Procurement – with Salvatore LombardoAvoiding the “AI stamp" trap in Procurement starts with one mindset shift: orchestrate AI, don’t just adopt it.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with Salvatore Lombardo, CPTO at Coupa, about how procurement leaders can turn AI into a true business driver.Salvatore explains why too many teams chase artificial intelligence for visibility rather than value, and what it takes to build sustainable impact instead. He breaks down how to move from scattered “one agent per pain point” initiatives to orchestrated AI ecosystems that connect data, workflows and people.Drawing on Coupa’s...
2025-12-031h 12
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 23 – How Private Equity Redefines Procurement Value – with Will HarmanIn private equity, the smartest procurement move isn’t scaling spend. It's scaling insight.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with Will Harman, Founder & CEO of Trusted Value Creation and former Global Margin Expansion Lead at Apax Partners.Will shares how private equity turns procurement into one of its most powerful levers for value creation. Drawing on his experience managing $12 billion in annual spend across 85 portfolio companies, he explains how PE firms create margin improvement through data-driven insight, precise timing, and selective intervention, instead of bulk buying.From AI tools that turn sp...
2025-11-2033 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 23 – How Private Equity Redefines Procurement Value – with Will HarmanIn private equity, the smartest procurement move isn’t scaling spend. It's scaling insight.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with Will Harman, Founder & CEO of Trusted Value Creation and former Global Margin Expansion Lead at Apax Partners.Will shares how private equity turns procurement into one of its most powerful levers for value creation. Drawing on his experience managing $12 billion in annual spend across 85 portfolio companies, he explains how PE firms create margin improvement through data-driven insight, precise timing, and selective intervention, instead of bulk buying.From AI tools that turn sp...
2025-11-2033 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 22 - Beyond ‘Your Wish Is My Command’: Elevating Procurement to a Strategic Partner - with Niels WalbergIf Procurement is still a ‘your wish is my command’ function at your company, you’re leaving value on the table.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with Niels Walberg, CPO at K+S Aktiengesellschaft. With over 25 years in procurement, Niels shares how he’s driving the shift from reactive service provider to strategic partner at a €1.5 billion spend organisation.He explains why clear KPIs and supplier performance management matter, why stakeholder buy-in is the true lever for lasting change, and how Procurement can embed itself into complex CapEx projects to deliver real business value.
2025-11-051h 15
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 22 - Beyond ‘Your Wish Is My Command’: Elevating Procurement to a Strategic Partner - with Niels WalbergIf Procurement is still a ‘your wish is my command’ function at your company, you’re leaving value on the table.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with Niels Walberg, CPO at K+S Aktiengesellschaft. With over 25 years in procurement, Niels shares how he’s driving the shift from reactive service provider to strategic partner at a €1.5 billion spend organisation.He explains why clear KPIs and supplier performance management matter, why stakeholder buy-in is the true lever for lasting change, and how Procurement can embed itself into complex CapEx projects to deliver real business value.
2025-11-051h 15
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 21 – Building Procurement Resilience in a Volatile, Digital Age – with Kai DittbernerDigitalisation succeeds when people lead the change, not just the tools.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with Kai Dittberner, VP Global Procurement at Giesecke+Devrient, about how Procurement at the global security technology company has evolved to drive resilience, innovation, and ESG impact.He explains why successful digitalisation depends on strong processes and people engagement, how G+D leveraged “digital heroes” to embed change, and why regional diversification and supplier collaboration are must-haves in a fractured geopolitical environment. Kai also makes the case for ESG to become a measurable KPI in Procurement, with Scop...
2025-10-2243 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 21 – Building Procurement Resilience in a Volatile, Digital Age – with Kai DittbernerDigitalisation succeeds when people lead the change, not just the tools.In this episode, host Mike Jansen speaks with Kai Dittberner, VP Global Procurement at Giesecke+Devrient, about how Procurement at the global security technology company has evolved to drive resilience, innovation, and ESG impact.He explains why successful digitalisation depends on strong processes and people engagement, how G+D leveraged “digital heroes” to embed change, and why regional diversification and supplier collaboration are must-haves in a fractured geopolitical environment. Kai also makes the case for ESG to become a measurable KPI in Procurement, with Scop...
2025-10-2243 min
Locked On Angels - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles AngelsKenley Jansen's UNCERTAIN Future with the Angels: Does He Return? | YOUR Halos' Bullpen Grades!Will Kenley Jansen return to the Los Angeles Angels' bullpen? The veteran closer's impact goes beyond his stellar performances on the mound. The Super Halo Bros. break down the Angels' relief pitching, grading each arm's 2025 contributions. From Jansen's leadership to young relievers like Chase Silseth and Ryan Zeferjahn, every aspect of the bullpen is scrutinized. The hosts tackle injury concerns plaguing Sam Bachman and Robert Stephenson, while debating the effectiveness of the team's pitching strategy. Will the Angels' bullpen management improve in 2026? Tune in for insider analysis on how the Halos can optimize their relief corps and compete in...
2025-10-1634 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 20 - Driving Procurement Excellence through Digitalisation at Scale - with Karl PoulsenProcurement transformation isn't just about systems. It's about scale, culture, and strategy.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with Karl Poulsen, CPO at Hiscox, about leading a greenfield procurement transformation by leveraging digital tools not just to modernise, but to embed excellence at scale.Karl shares how he moved the organisation from spreadsheets and silos to a centralised, tech-enabled function. He explains how automation, governance, and scalability were built with compliance in mind—but designed to support consistency and growth across a complex, international business. From reducing a 10,000-supplier sprawl to navigating cultural change ac...
2025-10-0833 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 20 - Driving Procurement Excellence through Digitalisation at Scale - with Karl PoulsenProcurement transformation isn't just about systems. It's about scale, culture, and strategy.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with Karl Poulsen, CPO at Hiscox, about leading a greenfield procurement transformation by leveraging digital tools not just to modernise, but to embed excellence at scale.Karl shares how he moved the organisation from spreadsheets and silos to a centralised, tech-enabled function. He explains how automation, governance, and scalability were built with compliance in mind—but designed to support consistency and growth across a complex, international business. From reducing a 10,000-supplier sprawl to navigating cultural change ac...
2025-10-0833 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 19 - Beyond Processes: Why People and Leadership Define Supply Chain Impact - with Barbara Stolle-AmedickWhen you relish the hard problems, courage, culture and vision turn challenges into the spark of business success.In this episode, host Martina Buchhauser speaks with Barbara Stolle-Amedick, Global Head of Supply Chain Management, Transformers Business at Hitachi Energy, about the journey of repositioning procurement inside a 100-year-old organisation.Barbara explains how her team moved beyond being seen as “order writers” to becoming recognised as business enablers. She shares how silos were broken down and replaced with a truly end-to-end organisation, why culture and leadership proved just as vital as process and KPIs, and how reco...
2025-09-2452 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 19 - Beyond Processes: Why People and Leadership Define Supply Chain Impact - with Barbara Stolle-AmedickWhen you relish the hard problems, courage, culture and vision turn challenges into the spark of business success.In this episode, host Martina Buchhauser speaks with Barbara Stolle-Amedick, Global Head of Supply Chain Management, Transformers Business at Hitachi Energy, about the journey of repositioning procurement inside a 100-year-old organisation.Barbara explains how her team moved beyond being seen as “order writers” to becoming recognised as business enablers. She shares how silos were broken down and replaced with a truly end-to-end organisation, why culture and leadership proved just as vital as process and KPIs, and how reco...
2025-09-2452 min
Locked On Angels - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles AngelsLos Angeles Angels' Kenley Jansen Pitched Hurt? How Kikuchi Prepared for His Start, All-Time HalosWas Los Angeles Angels closer Kenley Jansen really hurt on Tuesday night? On Today's Locked On Angels, Mike of the Super Halo Bros. discusses how Kenley Jansen's decision to tough it out might've cost the Halos their chance at winning the series against the Cincinnati Reds, while Yusei Kikuchi went to extra lengths to prepare for his start on the mound. Plus, what do you think of the All-Time Angels lineup that was shared by MLB on Fox?JOIN US FOR THE LOGAN O'HOPPE ALL-STAR BOWL!Use the code "HALOBROS" for a discount when you...
2025-08-2231 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 18 - Continuous Reinvention: Navigating Volatility in Procurement Leadership - with Gaël De MartelaereNavigating a volatile world with a calm mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a drive for continuous reinvention—that's what true procurement leadership is all about.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh sits down with Gaël De Martelaere, Head of Direct Procurement at Dow, for a candid exploration of how procurement can thrive in times of disruption and transformation.Gaël unpacks Dow’s journey as it shifts from relentless cost-out and pandemic-era capacity scrambles to a new era of collaborative, digitally enabled cost reduction. He reveals how a culture built on sustainability, innovation, and inclus...
2025-08-0624 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 18 - Continuous Reinvention: Navigating Volatility in Procurement Leadership - with Gaël De MartelaereNavigating a volatile world with a calm mindset, a collaborative spirit, and a drive for continuous reinvention—that's what true procurement leadership is all about.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh sits down with Gaël De Martelaere, Head of Direct Procurement at Dow, for a candid exploration of how procurement can thrive in times of disruption and transformation.Gaël unpacks Dow’s journey as it shifts from relentless cost-out and pandemic-era capacity scrambles to a new era of collaborative, digitally enabled cost reduction. He reveals how a culture built on sustainability, innovation, and inclus...
2025-08-0624 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 17 - Staying the Course: Leading Procurement Through Crisis with Clarity and Courage - with Dieter DehoorneWhat if the secret to resilient procurement leadership starts with daring to be vulnerable?In this episode, host Martina Buchhauser speaks with Dieter Dehoorne, Group Senior Vice President and CPO of Global Procurement at Vestas, about the human side of transformation, and what it takes to lead through uncertainty.Dieter shares his leap from Volvo to Vestas, navigating a new industry amid global crisis, and the moment he began to question his leadership for the first time in decades. His story doubles as a playbook: how to stay the course by building a strong team...
2025-07-1636 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 17 - Staying the Course: Leading Procurement Through Crisis with Clarity and Courage - with Dieter DehoorneWhat if the secret to resilient procurement leadership starts with daring to be vulnerable?In this episode, host Martina Buchhauser speaks with Dieter Dehoorne, Group Senior Vice President and CPO of Global Procurement at Vestas, about the human side of transformation, and what it takes to lead through uncertainty.Dieter shares his leap from Volvo to Vestas, navigating a new industry amid global crisis, and the moment he began to question his leadership for the first time in decades. His story doubles as a playbook: how to stay the course by building a strong team...
2025-07-1636 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 16 - Splitting Efficiency from Strategy: A Bold Model for Modern Procurement - with Demetrios KapposProcurement doesn’t need a rebrand. It needs structure, speed, and people who take ownership.In this episode, host Mike Jansen sits down with Demetrios Kappos, Management Consultant and former VP Global Procurement at EagleBurgmann, to explore how to shift procurement from a reactive service provider to a structured value driver.Demetrios speaks plainly about what works—and what doesn’t. For him, transformation begins by separating operational efficiency from strategic effectiveness. It’s about knowing where buyers truly add value, making bold organisational decisions, and empowering teams to drive change—not wait for it.F...
2025-06-251h 05
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 16 - Splitting Efficiency from Strategy: A Bold Model for Modern Procurement - with Demetrios KapposProcurement doesn’t need a rebrand. It needs structure, speed, and people who take ownership.In this episode, host Mike Jansen sits down with Demetrios Kappos, Management Consultant and former VP Global Procurement at EagleBurgmann, to explore how to shift procurement from a reactive service provider to a structured value driver.Demetrios speaks plainly about what works—and what doesn’t. For him, transformation begins by separating operational efficiency from strategic effectiveness. It’s about knowing where buyers truly add value, making bold organisational decisions, and empowering teams to drive change—not wait for it.F...
2025-06-251h 05
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 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
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
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 14 - Orchestrate or Stagnate: Rethinking Procurement for Business Impact - with Alexander PilslHow do you turn a clunky ERP-based procurement process into a driver of >10% savings?In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with Alexander Pilsl, Director Procurement at TeamViewer, about how modern procurement orchestration can directly drive measurable business value. Alexander shares how his team replaced a legacy ERP-based process with a flexible orchestration layer—unlocking transparency, early engagement, and savings by involving procurement early.With a focus on stakeholder-led tech selection, agile iteration, and user adoption, Alexander outlines the factors that helped TeamViewer move fast. He also discusses how the team managed organisational change, streamlined ap...
2025-05-2142 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 14 - Orchestrate or Stagnate: Rethinking Procurement for Business Impact - with Alexander PilslHow do you turn a clunky ERP-based procurement process into a driver of >10% savings?In this episode, host Richard McIntosh speaks with Alexander Pilsl, Director Procurement at TeamViewer, about how modern procurement orchestration can directly drive measurable business value. Alexander shares how his team replaced a legacy ERP-based process with a flexible orchestration layer—unlocking transparency, early engagement, and savings by involving procurement early.With a focus on stakeholder-led tech selection, agile iteration, and user adoption, Alexander outlines the factors that helped TeamViewer move fast. He also discusses how the team managed organisational change, streamlined ap...
2025-05-2142 min
Locked On Angels - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles AngelsANGELS POSTCAST: Jansen, Halos give up EIGHT RUNS in 9th, lose 7th straight 9-1 to Detroit TigersKenley Jansen had not given up a run in 2025, but the legendary closer came in with the game tied in the 9th and gave up SIX as the Detroit Tigers scored 8 in the inning to hand the Los Angeles Angels a 9-1 loss on Friday night. In this Locked On Angels Postcast, Gavin Carlson rips into Jansen's performance, gives his take on Zach Neto pimping his HR, and highlights another strong Jose Soriano start wasted.Follow Gavin Carlson on X/Twitter @GavinCarlson_ and share your thoughts on the game with him on X/Twitter and in the...
2025-05-0323 minLocked On Angels - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles AngelsLos Angeles Angels FIGHT For Win Over Tampa Bay Rays! Kenley Jansen: 450th Career Save! Neto Soon?How did Kenley Jansen command the Los Angeles Angels to a win and his 450th career save? On today's Locked On Angels, the Super Halo Bros. discuss the Halos' crazy win over the Tampa Bay Rays, one where they lost the lead, had pitchers on the ropes, and runners ready to score from third base, but STILL managed to walk away with their 7th win of the season! Surefire Hall of Famer Jansen instructed his team on where he wanted them to be as he earned the save, and Kyren Paris shows off his power for a home run...
2025-04-0934 min
The Freight Buyers' ClubExclusive: Hapag-Lloyd CEO Rolf Habben JansenAt #TPM25, host Mike King recorded an exclusive interview with Rolf Habben Jansen, CEO of Hapag-Lloyd. They discussed the shifting landscape of global shipping, the Gemini Cooperation with Maersk and its goal of achieving 90% schedule reliability, how shippers are responding to tariff uncertainties, and whether customers will pay a premium for reliability. Rolf also shared insights on investment priorities, the hub-and-spoke model, and how geopolitical risks impact ocean freight strategies. Produced with the support of Dimerco Express Group. https://dimerco.com/
2025-03-0407 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 13 - Procurement Business Partnering: Driving Value Beyond Cost at Diebold Nixdorf - with Milind TailorWhat happens when procurement evolves from being transaction-focused to becoming a true business partner? Find out in this episode.Host Richard McIntosh speaks with Milind Tailor, Global Head, Resale Products & Services Procurement at Diebold Nixdorf, about the transformative journey of procurement business partnering. Milind shares how procurement can go beyond cost-cutting to build trust, foster supplier innovation, and align with business goals to drive revenue and operational excellence.You'll learn:1. How Procurement Business Partnering serves as an operating model to align procurement with strategic business goals2. How to use the Supplier...
2024-12-1126 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 13 - Procurement Business Partnering: Driving Value Beyond Cost at Diebold Nixdorf - with Milind TailorWhat happens when procurement evolves from being transaction-focused to becoming a true business partner? Find out in this episode.Host Richard McIntosh speaks with Milind Tailor, Global Head, Resale Products & Services Procurement at Diebold Nixdorf, about the transformative journey of procurement business partnering. Milind shares how procurement can go beyond cost-cutting to build trust, foster supplier innovation, and align with business goals to drive revenue and operational excellence.You'll learn:1. How Procurement Business Partnering serves as an operating model to align procurement with strategic business goals2. How to use the Supplier...
2024-12-1126 min
C-Level Up PodcastFrom Nightclub Visionary to Music Industry Maverick - guest Roger JansenIn this episode of C-Level Up, we were joined by Roger Jansen, whose dynamic career has spanned decades in the music and entertainment industry. From his groundbreaking days as one of Chicago’s youngest nightclub owners at 23 to his success managing major acts like Disturbed and overseeing A&R for Warner Bros. Records and Red Bull Records, Roger shared a journey rich in entrepreneurial spirit and relentless innovation. He gave us a front-row seat to the transformation of the Avalon Nite Club into a national hotspot, the creation of MOBfest as a springboard for emerging talent, and his strategic ex...
2024-12-0336 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 12 - Towards 2030: Practical Governance Strategies for Procurement Success at Bosch - with Dr. Thomas SchulteAt Bosch, governance significantly contributes to business success, and actively supports purchasing teams by integrating compliance and functional excellence.Martina Buchhauser speaks with Dr. Thomas Schulte, Head of Governance Supply Chain Management Purchasing at Bosch, about how governance acts as a "license to operate" in procurement. Dr. Schulte outlines Bosch’s collaborative approach—working with business unit representatives to analyse regulations and embed practical compliance solutions into everyday operations. From managing dual-sourcing complexities to advancing sustainability through circularity, Bosch’s governance model fosters adaptability, strategic risk management, and resilience, all driven by a top-level commitment to sustainable growth...
2024-11-2738 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 12 - Towards 2030: Practical Governance Strategies for Procurement Success at Bosch - with Dr. Thomas SchulteAt Bosch, governance significantly contributes to business success, and actively supports purchasing teams by integrating compliance and functional excellence.Martina Buchhauser speaks with Dr. Thomas Schulte, Head of Governance Supply Chain Management Purchasing at Bosch, about how governance acts as a "license to operate" in procurement. Dr. Schulte outlines Bosch’s collaborative approach—working with business unit representatives to analyse regulations and embed practical compliance solutions into everyday operations. From managing dual-sourcing complexities to advancing sustainability through circularity, Bosch’s governance model fosters adaptability, strategic risk management, and resilience, all driven by a top-level commitment to sustainable growth...
2024-11-2738 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 11- From Static to Strategic: The Evolution of Category Management in Modern Procurement - with Detlef SchultzIs your procurement strategy stuck in the past? Discover how to transform category management and drive real strategic impact.In this episode, Richard McIntosh speaks with Detlef Schultz, award-winning procurement leader and co-founder of akirolabs, about the evolution of category management. Drawing from his vast experience as former CEO and current Board Chairperson of Vodafone Procurement Company, Detlef explains how procurement can shift from cost-cutting to strategic value creation. He shares insights on using data and technology to drive dynamic, scenario-driven strategies that meet the demands of today’s business environment.You’ll learn:...
2024-09-1940 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 11- From Static to Strategic: The Evolution of Category Management in Modern Procurement - with Detlef SchultzIs your procurement strategy stuck in the past? Discover how to transform category management and drive real strategic impact.In this episode, Richard McIntosh speaks with Detlef Schultz, award-winning procurement leader and co-founder of akirolabs, about the evolution of category management. Drawing from his vast experience as former CEO and current Board Chairperson of Vodafone Procurement Company, Detlef explains how procurement can shift from cost-cutting to strategic value creation. He shares insights on using data and technology to drive dynamic, scenario-driven strategies that meet the demands of today’s business environment.You’ll learn:...
2024-09-1940 min
Cards & CategoriesEp. 57 : Mock 2025 First Round DraftIn our 57th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer open by discussing two opposite history-making baseball stories in Aaron Judge and Danny Jansen before analyzing the latest wave of prospect callups and injuries affecting our fantasy teams. Then we do a far too early mock first round (12 picks) draft for 2025.You can find us on twitter (X) at @cardscategories, @mcouill7, and @jbrewer17 and on bluesky at @mcouill7.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!Links to things discussed in the pod:Possibility of Aaron Jud...
2024-08-292h 05
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 10 - Redefining Procurement: Circular Value Chains and the Power of Secondary Materials - with Matthias BallwegReady to embrace sustainable procurement? Discover how circular value chains and secondary materials can revolutionise your supply chain.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh welcomes Matthias Ballweg, Co-founder of CIRCULAR REPUBLIC, to discuss circular value chains and secondary materials. Matthias reveals the significance of circularity and shares actionable strategies for companies to kickstart their sustainable procurement journey. You'll learn:1. What circularity and secondary materials are and why they are important2. How secondary materials are being used in various industries3. Strategies for integrating secondary materials into procurement4. The role of start-ups...
2024-08-1531 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 10 - Redefining Procurement: Circular Value Chains and the Power of Secondary Materials - with Matthias BallwegReady to embrace sustainable procurement? Discover how circular value chains and secondary materials can revolutionise your supply chain.In this episode, host Richard McIntosh welcomes Matthias Ballweg, Co-founder of CIRCULAR REPUBLIC, to discuss circular value chains and secondary materials. Matthias reveals the significance of circularity and shares actionable strategies for companies to kickstart their sustainable procurement journey. You'll learn:1. What circularity and secondary materials are and why they are important2. How secondary materials are being used in various industries3. Strategies for integrating secondary materials into procurement4. The role of start-ups...
2024-08-1531 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 9 - Driving Procurement Success through Anchored Strategies and Ambitious Targets - with Lovisa SöderholmCombining ambitious goals and solid strategies is where procurement 'magic' happens.Join host Martina Buchhauser as she talks to Lovisa Söderholm, Senior Vice President of Purchasing at Volvo Penta, about driving procurement success. Lovisa shares insights on the dual objectives of cost and CO₂ reduction, emphasising the significance of engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication.You'll learn:1. How to accomplish cost and CO₂ reductions simultaneously2. The importance of engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication3. The impact of setting high targets and anchoring them in a solid strategy___________
2024-07-2528 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 9 - Driving Procurement Success through Anchored Strategies and Ambitious Targets - with Lovisa SöderholmCombining ambitious goals and solid strategies is where procurement 'magic' happens.Join host Martina Buchhauser as she talks to Lovisa Söderholm, Senior Vice President of Purchasing at Volvo Penta, about driving procurement success. Lovisa shares insights on the dual objectives of cost and CO₂ reduction, emphasising the significance of engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication.You'll learn:1. How to accomplish cost and CO₂ reductions simultaneously2. The importance of engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication3. The impact of setting high targets and anchoring them in a solid strategy___________
2024-07-2528 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 8 - The Procurement Leader's Dilemma: Short-Term Wins vs. Long-Term Value - with Thomas JanvierUnlock the secrets to achieving immediate gains and sustainable value in procurement.In this episode, our host Martina Buchhauser sits down with Thomas Janvier, founder of Janvier Advisory, to delve into the intricate balancing act between short-term financial gains and long-term value creation in procurement. Thomas, a former CPO, shares his mission to drive sustainable value while meeting immediate business needs, and emphasises the critical mindset shift required to integrate sustainability into procurement practices.You'll learn:1. Strategies for balancing short-term financial goals with long-term value creation in procurement2. The necessity of...
2024-07-1845 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 8 - The Procurement Leader's Dilemma: Short-Term Wins vs. Long-Term Value - with Thomas JanvierUnlock the secrets to achieving immediate gains and sustainable value in procurement.In this episode, our host Martina Buchhauser sits down with Thomas Janvier, founder of Janvier Advisory, to delve into the intricate balancing act between short-term financial gains and long-term value creation in procurement. Thomas, a former CPO, shares his mission to drive sustainable value while meeting immediate business needs, and emphasises the critical mindset shift required to integrate sustainability into procurement practices.You'll learn:1. Strategies for balancing short-term financial goals with long-term value creation in procurement2. The necessity of...
2024-07-1845 min
Procurement Initiative Leaders PodcastEp. 7 - Empowering Procurement in Carve-Outs: Strategies for Managing Suppliers and Teams - with Paolo LeporeNavigating a carve-out? Get an insider’s view on the procurement strategies that can help you achieve a seamless transition.In this episode, we delve into the complexities of procurement in corporate carve-outs with Paolo Lepore, Head of Global Procurement at ECO3. Paolo discusses his role in navigating the separation from Agfa, highlighting the critical aspects of change management, the power of data, and effective supplier management. You'll learn:1. The essential elements of change management in a carve-out.2. How to leverage data and knowledge for seamless procurement operations.3. Strategies for effective su...
2024-07-0337 min
LEADERS IN PROCUREMENTEp. 7 - Empowering Procurement in Carve-Outs: Strategies for Managing Suppliers and Teams - with Paolo LeporeNavigating a carve-out? Get an insider’s view on the procurement strategies that can help you achieve a seamless transition.In this episode, we delve into the complexities of procurement in corporate carve-outs with Paolo Lepore, Head of Global Procurement at ECO3. Paolo discusses his role in navigating the separation from Agfa, highlighting the critical aspects of change management, the power of data, and effective supplier management. You'll learn:1. The essential elements of change management in a carve-out.2. How to leverage data and knowledge for seamless procurement operations.3. Strategies for effective su...
2024-07-0337 min