Chief procurement officer

ProcureAbility once again named to the Inc. 5000 List of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Inc. revealed that ProcureAbility, the leading provider of procurement services, has made the coveted Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Reflecting 186% of extraordinary three-year revenue growth, ProcureAbility, a leading procurement services company, ranked 2859 overall on the annual list.

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  • The ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses.
  • Reflecting 186% of extraordinary three-year revenue growth, ProcureAbility, a leading procurement services company, ranked 2859 overall on the annual list.
  • "Being named once again to the Inc. 5000 list is a distinct honor, placing us alongside some of the nation's most illustrious privately held companies," expressed Conrad Snover , CEO of ProcureAbility.
  • In all, this year's Inc. 5000 companies have added 1,187,266 jobs to the economy over the past three years.

Northeastern Illinois University Exceeds Goals for its Business Enterprise Program

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

The Business in Enterprise Program (BEP), created by the state of Illinois in 1994 to promote the economic development of underrepresented businesses owned by minorities, women, and persons with disabilities, bridges this gap by ensuring fair access and equitable opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • The Business in Enterprise Program (BEP), created by the state of Illinois in 1994 to promote the economic development of underrepresented businesses owned by minorities, women, and persons with disabilities, bridges this gap by ensuring fair access and equitable opportunities.
  • As a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Northeastern Illinois University believes in a diverse student body and the importance of diversity among the vendors they utilize to provide goods and services to the institution.
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  • Under the purview of the Commission on Equity and Inclusion, BEP requires state agencies and public universities to conduct a certain percentage of business with BEP vendors.
  • In the fiscal year 2022, Northeastern Illinois University exceeded their BEP goal by almost 16%.

ProcureAbility Predicts That Center-Led Procurement Will Go Mainstream By 2030

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ProcureAbility, the leading provider of procurement services, reveals its Bold Procurement Predictions for 2030, providing insight into the new practices that are likely to become prevalent within this decade. The procurement industry is rapidly evolving with technological solutions to streamline organizational processes. To guide clients through these changes, ProcureAbility collaborated with a team of experts, including Chief Procurement Officers (CPO), in the supply chain industry to gain insights and recommendations. Together, five emerging trends were identified that can assist CPOs in staying ahead of the curve in this transformative era.

Key Points: 
  • Our findings provide a realistic outlook for the direction of procurement," stated Conrad Snover , CEO of ProcureAbility.
  • Five Bold Procurement Predictions for 2030 include:
    Technology advancements have made advanced crowdsourcing more feasible, and the procurement industry is adopting best practices accordingly.
  • By 2030, ProcureAbility forecasts a 30 percent increase in cybersecurity spending and predicts that firms will consolidate supplier pools.
  • By 2030, there will be a significant transformation in procurement practices, with a predominant shift towards center-led procurement.

The Honest Company Announces Nominations of Julia M. Brown and John R. (Jack) Hartung to the Board of Directors

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Thursday, April 14, 2022

With nearly 30 years of experience within procurement functions, she brings significant leadership experience in global supply chain operations.

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  • With nearly 30 years of experience within procurement functions, she brings significant leadership experience in global supply chain operations.
  • During his tenure, he has helped lead the company through its IPO, achieving significant growth with over 3,000 restaurants today.
  • We are thrilled about our plans to add Julia and Jack to our board of directors.
  • Diversity and inclusion has been a priority for Honest since Jessica Alba founded the company 10 years ago our board is no exception.

Inaugural Procurement and Supply Chain Live Sets a New Standard for Industry Events

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Friday, October 1, 2021

LONDON, Oct. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Procurement and Supply Chain Live, the brand-new, landmark event for the procurement and supply chain community, has come to a close for 2021.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Oct. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Procurement and Supply Chain Live, the brand-new, landmark event for the procurement and supply chain community, has come to a close for 2021.
  • It was also an opportunity to celebrate the incredible, tireless work of supply chain and procurement leaders and executives at all levels.
  • The Top 100 Leaders in Supply Chain, unveiled at the event, shone a spotlight on the industry's true innovators.
  • I wish to thank everyone who supported Procurement and Supply Chain Live, the first edition of what will undoubtedly become an annual tentpole in the industry's calendar."

Inaugural Procurement and Supply Chain Live Sets a New Standard for Industry Events

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Friday, October 1, 2021

LONDON, Oct. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Procurement and Supply Chain Live, the brand-new, landmark event for the procurement and supply chain community, has come to a close for 2021.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Oct. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Procurement and Supply Chain Live, the brand-new, landmark event for the procurement and supply chain community, has come to a close for 2021.
  • It was also an opportunity to celebrate the incredible, tireless work of supply chain and procurement leaders and executives at all levels.
  • The Top 100 Leaders in Supply Chain, unveiled at the event, shone a spotlight on the industry's true innovators.
  • I wish to thank everyone who supported Procurement and Supply Chain Live, the first edition of what will undoubtedly become an annual tentpole in the industry's calendar."

Keurig Dr Pepper Names Tony Milikin Chief Supply Chain Officer

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Monday, August 30, 2021

BURLINGTON, Mass.andFRISCO, Texas, Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) announced today the appointment of Tony Milikin to the position of Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective Sept. 7, reporting to Chairman & CEO Bob Gamgort.

Key Points: 
  • BURLINGTON, Mass.andFRISCO, Texas, Aug. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) announced today the appointment of Tony Milikin to the position of Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective Sept. 7, reporting to Chairman & CEO Bob Gamgort.
  • In the role, Milikin will have end-to-end supply chain responsibility for the Company, including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, warehousing and quality, as well as environment, health and safety.
  • Milikin joins KDP with more than 30 years of experience in supply chain operations.He was most recently Chief Procurement, Sustainability and Circular Ventures Officer at Anheuser-Busch InBev.
  • Prior to Anheuser-Busch InBev, he was Senior Vice President of Supply Chain for Mead Westvaco and Vice President of Procurement and Logistics Operations for Sealy.

Global HR Benefits and Administration Services Sourcing and Procurement Report with COVID-19 Impact Analysis, Supplier Evaluation and Price Trends | SpendEdge

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Analysis of the cost and volume drivers and supply market forecasts in various regions are offered in this HR Benefits and Administration Services research report.

Key Points: 
  • Analysis of the cost and volume drivers and supply market forecasts in various regions are offered in this HR Benefits and Administration Services research report.
  • The report provides insights on the following information:
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    HR Benefits and Administration Services - Forecast and Analysis : The HR Benefits and Administration services will grow at a CAGR of 5.15% during 2021-2025.
  • Asset Recovery Services Category Sourcing and Procurement Report : This report evaluates suppliers based on cost and pricing, past engagements, productivity, and geographical presence.
  • Data Feed Management- Sourcing and Procurement Intelligence Report : The report provides a complete drill-down on global data feed management services spend outlook at a global as well as regional level.

Bombardier Celebrates its 2020 Diamond Suppliers in Virtual Ceremony

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Monday, July 12, 2021

MONTREAL, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier has awarded 13 of its suppliers with the prestigious Diamond certification during a virtual Diamond Supplier Award Ceremony.

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  • MONTREAL, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier has awarded 13 of its suppliers with the prestigious Diamond certification during a virtual Diamond Supplier Award Ceremony.
  • The suppliers celebrated at this years ceremony were recognized for their excellence in operational performance standards for 2020, as well as for their commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Our suppliers are crucial to Bombardiers ability to build, deliver and service the worlds best business jets, said Shauna Gamble, Chief Procurement Officer, Bombardier.
  • Were pleased to recognize their outstanding efforts via the Diamond program, especially as 2020 presented a unique set of challenges amid a global pandemic.

Novolex Appoints Ron Horner New Chief Procurement Officer

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

HARTSVILLE, S.C., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Novolex announced today that Ron Horner has been appointed Chief Procurement Officer, effective June 21, 2021.

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  • HARTSVILLE, S.C., June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Novolex announced today that Ron Horner has been appointed Chief Procurement Officer, effective June 21, 2021.
  • Horner succeeds Ben Mascarello, Chief Operations Officer, who assumed responsibility for procurement earlier this year.
  • "I am excited to welcome Ron to the Novolex leadership team," said Novolex Chairman and CEO Stan Bikulege.
  • Horner joins Novolex from Vulcan Materials Company, where he was Vice President of Procurement and responsible for all strategic sourcing for a $4 billion business operating across North America.