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Supply Chain Asia Procurement Forum 2025

Shaping the Future of Supply Chain and Procurement

Supply Chain Asia Procurement Forum 2025

The Supply Chain Asia Procurement Forum 2025 is a unique platform where supply chain, logistics, and procurement professionals converge to explore cutting-edge trends, bold ideas, and disruptive strategies. With a dynamic TEDTalk-style format, the forum offers a fresh approach to learning, discussion, and collaboration.

Under the theme “Bridging Supply Chain and Procurement: Driving Innovation, Collaboration, and Sustainable Growth,” the forum will spotlight four critical areas: Technologies, Procurement, Sustainability, and Professional Development. Industry leaders and innovators will share real-world insights, highlighting how technology, strategy, and sustainability can align to create resilient and future-ready businesses.

Featured sessions include Technologies: “Procurement in the Age of AI: From Adoption to Adaption” and Sustainability: “Net Zero Procurement: Building Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chains”. These sessions challenge conventional thinking while presenting practical strategies businesses can implement to stay ahead in an unpredictable global economy.

The event also focuses on professional development through talks like Talent Management: “Future-Ready Procurement Leaders: Skills for the Next Decade”. Attendees will learn how to future-proof their careers by acquiring essential skills in digital transformation, tech integration, and sustainability-driven business operations.

Whether you are a supply chain executive, procurement specialist, sustainability advocate, or tech enthusiast, this forum is your opportunity to gain actionable insights, expand your network, and contribute to reshaping the future of supply chain and procurement. Join us on 23 May 2025 for a transformative experience that will redefine your view of the industry.

Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium @ National Gallery

(Opposite Padang)

23 May 2025
8.30am - 4.30pm
THE AGENDA
8.30 AM
Welcome & Registration
Welcome & Registration
Come early and enjoy networking with fellow professionals.
8.30 AM
Welcome & Registration
9.30 AM
Welcome Address
Welcome Address
Welcome by Paul Lim
President
Supply Chain Asia
9.30 AM
Welcome Address
9.35 AM
TPC Welcome Address
TPC Welcome Address
Welcome by Sebastian Chua
Chairman The Procurement Council (TPC@SCA)
9.35 AM
TPC Welcome Address
9.45 AM
Topic One
Technologies: “Procurement in the Age of AI: From Adoption to Adaption”
Explore how AI, blockchain, and predictive analytics transform procurement strategies, enhance supplier management and mitigate risks.

Speaker/Moderator:
Sim Jian Min, CEO, SourceSage

Panelists:
Ron Ng, APAC Procurement Partner & Lead, Google
Qasim Hussain, Vice President, Procurement Process & Capability, Johnson & Johnson
Kevin Lai, VP, Group Procurement, PSA International
Gaurav Mantri, Regional Head - Procurement & Supply Chain Services | APAC & EMEA, Jabil
9.45 AM
Topic One
11.00 AM

Q&A

Turnover Break
Turnover Break
11.00 AM

Q&A

11.15 AM
Topic Two
Redefining Value Creation: “Beyond Cost Savings: Elevate to Innovate”
Shift the procurement narrative from cost-cutting to value creation, emphasising strategic supplier partnerships, innovation sourcing, and market agility.

Speaker/Moderator:
Bhavesh Shah, CEO, BVS Advisory

Panelists:
Phui Kai Ling, CPO, Group Procurement, DBS Bank
Philippe Ruffier, Group Head of Procurement, IHH Healthcare
Tay Ter Long, Chief of Government Procurement, Ministry of Finance, Singapore
Anita Mutti, APAC Transportation Manager, AWS
11.15 AM
Topic Two
12.30 PM

Lunch

Networking Lunch
Q&A with Speaker
12.30 PM

Lunch

1.45 PM
Topic Three
Sustainability: “Net Zero Procurement: Building Resilient and Sustainable Supply Chains"
Focus on procurement’s critical role in achieving ESG targets, highlighting circular economy practices, carbon footprint reduction, and supplier sustainability ratings.

Speaker/Moderator:
Aldo Comazzetto, Customer Success Director APJ, Ecovadis

Panelists:
Tiow Wei Yeong, Vice President, Procurement Asia Pac Middle East, Africa & Global Supply Chain Sustainability, Mondelez
Jaya Moorthi, Vice President, Global Procurement, Schneider Electric
Thibault Scheller, Vice President, Head of Procurement ASEAN, DHL
Arindam Sengupta, CPO of Indorama Ventures
1.45 PM
Topic Three
3.00PM

Q&A

Turnover Break
Turnover Break
3.00PM

Q&A

3.15 PM
Topic Four
Talent Management: “Future-Ready Procurement Leaders: Skills for the Next Decade"
Address key competencies procurement and supply chain leaders need, from negotiation mastery to digital fluency, emphasising continuous learning and leadership transformation.

Speaker/Moderator:
Ron Ng, APAC Procurement Partner & Lead, Google

Panelists:
Peter Woon, Senior Director, Head of Procurement, Cushman & Wakefield
Looi Kae Wen, Vice President, Procurement, APMEA, Kerry
Tan Swee Yong, Head of Procurement, Data Centre Platform, Gaw Capital
Tomáš Srb, Human Resources Director, Asahi Global Procurement
3.15 PM
Topic Four
4.30 PM

Q&A

Conclusion & Closing Remarks
Final Remarks
4.30 PM

Q&A

4.45 PM
Panel Discussion
Event Ends
Thank you for attending.
4.45 PM
Panel Discussion