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Transformational Procurement Processes for Asset-Intensive Industries

In this insightful episode, host Kevin Joseph sits down with procurement transformation expert Robert Cataldo, Procurement & Supply Chain Consultant at Procurement Consulting Services, LLC to discuss how asset-intensive enterprises can unlock hidden value in procurement and sourcing in their manufacturing and maintenance processes. Drawing from extensive experience across industries like energy, manufacturing, and agribusiness, Robert shares practical strategies to modernize procurement operations, streamline supplier networks, and reduce downtime through smarter sourcing. This episode is a practical guide for professionals looking to modernize procurement, drive measurable cost and time savings especially for indirect and MRO categories, while building resilient and performance-driven supply chains. Key Takeaways: •Learn how to uncover hidden savings through smarter MRO sourcing and category management. •Explore the impact of standardizing procurement processes across business units and regions. •How alignment of procurement with maintenance and reliability teams reduces downtime and mitigates prohibitively high procurement costs •Gain insights on driving transformation through contract strategy, RFx execution, and vendor scorecards. •Discover how supplier rationalization improves pricing, delivery performance, and compliance. •Explore how AI-powered insights are helping procurement teams make faster, data-driven sourcing decisions. •Learn how optimizing MRO procurement can reduce excess inventory, lower carrying costs, and prevent equipment downtime. •Understand the role of harmonized, structured data in driving accurate forecasting, supplier performance, and inventory planning. Who Should Attend: • Procurement & Sourcing Leaders • MRO Category Managers • Supply Chain Transformation Executives • Maintenance & Reliability Professionals • ERP & Digital Transformation Project Leads • Operations & Plant Managers • Contracting & Vendor Management Specialists • Professionals in Energy, Manufacturing, and Utilities