Proc-N-Roll : Your guide to practical procurement!
Proc-N-Roll : Your guide to practical procurement!
Podcast Description
Welcome to Proc n Roll, where nearly 70 years of combined procurement expertise come together. Join Natasha, the PRO CPO with experience at IBM, McKesson, Salesforce, and Nike; Zach, the procurement guru from London; and Conrad, the visionary innovator behind transformational procurement at Intel and Adobe. We dive into the latest trends shaping the procurement landscape while breaking down the essential building blocks for success. Whether you’re new to procurement or a seasoned expert, our discussions will inspire you and keep you grounded in real-world value.
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The show covers a variety of procurement-focused topics including feedback mechanisms, essential skills for procurement professionals, risk management strategies, and the evolution of procurement practices. Specific episode examples include discussions on 'Feedback That Doesn't Suck,' which highlights practical feedback techniques, and 'Curiosity, EQ, and Problem-Solving,' exploring critical skills for future procurement leaders.
Welcome to Proc n Roll, where nearly 70 years of combined procurement expertise come together. Join Natasha, the PRO CPO with experience at IBM, McKesson, Salesforce, and Nike; Zach, the procurement guru from London; and Conrad, the visionary innovator behind transformational procurement at Intel and Adobe. We dive into the latest trends shaping the procurement landscape while breaking down the essential building blocks for success. Whether you’re new to procurement or a seasoned expert, our discussions will inspire you and keep you grounded in real-world value.
Do you ever feel like you are operating on an island inside your own company? You aren't alone. In this episode of Proc & Roll, Conrad Smith sits down with Shunit Kainy to discuss the transformative power of professional networking and knowledge sharing.
Shunit, who playfully describes herself as the ”black sheep” of her art-focused family for going into high-tech sourcing, shares her journey of building a thriving 260-member procurement community in Israel from the ground up. They discuss everything from the ”native gig” economy of peer-to-peer knowledge sharing to the reality that we are already negotiating with AI bots.
Whether you are a natural introvert who wants to hide in your hotel room at networking events or a seasoned leader looking to balance your ”Task vs. Relationship” focus, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you step up and lead the enterprise.
About Proc & Roll:
Proc & Roll is your guide to practical procurement. Hosted by industry veterans Conrad Smith, Natasha Gurevich, and Zachary Bachir, the podcast brings together global minds to tackle the reality of modern supply chains, technology, and leadership. From navigating the rapid disruption of AI agents to mastering the soft skills of stakeholder management and community building, Proc & Roll delivers the insights you need to elevate your career and drive true enterprise value.
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