The Next-Gen Procurement Agenda

    Join this executive dinner from Ivalua and industry leaders to discover how Agentic AI is transforming Source-to-Pay. Learn how governed AI agents automate execution, scale best practices, and deliver value from day one.

    05 November 2026
    5:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
    Boston, Massachusetts

Speakers

Eric Butts
Director, Procurement and Supply Chain
KPMG

Eric Butts is a Director at KPMG specialising in procurement, supply chain advisory, strategic sourcing and contract lifecycle management. He helps organisations unlock savings, improve efficiency and optimise complex commercial operations across multiple industries.

The Next-Gen Procurement Agenda: Balancing Risk, Resilience, and Strategic Transformation

Today’s procurement leaders are expected to go beyond traditional cost control, playing a vital role in strengthening supply chain resilience, mitigating geopolitical and supplier risks, and driving digital innovation across the enterprise.

Join Ivalua and KPMG for an exclusive executive roundtable dinner exploring insights from KPMG’s flagship research, The State of Next-Gen Supply Chain: A Leadership Survey. Gain actionable strategies on navigating top procurement priorities - from leveraging AI and enhancing operational efficiency to strengthening key supplier relationships and leading workforce transformation.

Key Takeaways:

  • Building Resilience: Learn actionable strategies to mitigate geopolitical risk and successfully execute a comprehensive operating model transformation.
  • Scaling AI and Automation: Discover practical ways to integrate AI for operational excellence and achieve greater supply chain autonomy.
  • Closing the Talent Gap: Explore approaches to overcome workforce shortages while cultivating stronger, more strategic supplier relationships.

Venue:

Mastro's Ocean Club, 25 Fan Pier Boulevard, Boston, Massachusetts
Mastro’s Ocean Club Boston is ideally situated in the vibrant Seaport District, offering stunning waterfront views for a unique dining experience. As an OpenTable Diners’ Choice winner for 2025, Mastro’s Boston continues to be a top destination for unforgettable dining with easy access to the Boston Harbor and Institute of Contemporary Art.