Seminar & Workshop: Influencing and leading cross-functional alignment

Procurement leaders play a critical role in bridging organizational silos and driving collaboration across functions like R&D, finance, and operations. This one-day seminar equips procurement executives with practical tools and insights to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams effectively.

Participants will learn techniques for fostering strong relationships, creating shared objectives, and aligning cross-functional efforts with organizational goals. The seminar will address common barriers to collaboration and offer actionable strategies to overcome them, ensuring procurement initiatives drive greater impact. By the end of the day, attendees will leave with the knowledge and frameworks needed to navigate cross-functional collaboration and enhance procurement’s strategic role.

Key content:

• Developing cross-functional influence and relationship-building skills
• Creating shared objectives and fostering alignment with R&D, finance, and operations
• Effective communication and stakeholder management techniques
• Structuring cross-functional teams for high performance in procurement projects
• Overcoming common barriers in aligning procurement with other functions