The Next-Gen Procurement Agenda

    Explore the next-gen procurement agenda with Ivalua and KPMG, covering AI, supply chain resilience, risk management, supplier relationships, and workforce transformation.

    19 November 2026
    5:30pm - 9:30pm CST
    Houston

Speakers

Robert Flint
SaaS Sales Executive
Ivalua

As a sales executive with tech companies such as Seismic Software, IBM, and Exari Systems, I consistently led sales teams to achieve top performance.

Michael Lueck
Principal
KPMG

Michael Lueck is a Principal in KPMG’s Procurement & Supply Chain Advisory practice, where he specializes in helping organizations modernize operations, drive digital innovation, and build resilient supply chains.

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: 

    Guard and Grace - One Allen Center 500 Dallas St, Houston
    At Guard and Grace, we are all about the details, committed to delivering an inspiring and memorable experience. Our “casual elegant” style reflects our attention to detail - you are going to have an unforgettable time!