The Procurement Forum 2026
Shaping Procurement Through Leadership and Dialogue
The Procurement Forum 2026
The Procurement Forum (TPC2026) will be held in Singapore on 26 March 2026. The event aims to bring together procurement leaders, professionals, and solution providers for a day of strategic dialogue, learning, and networking.
The event will be divided into two distinct sections:
- Morning: The Procurement Leadership Forum — by invitation only, reserved for senior procurement leaders.
- Afternoon: The Procurement Dialogue — open to a broader audience (by invitation/registration), featuring thought-leadership, practical discussions, and mentor engagement.
This dual-format ensures both exclusivity for top decision-makers and broad engagement with the wider procurement community.
Objectives
- Provide a platform for CPOs and senior leaders to share insights on sustainability, digitalisation, and transformation.
- Showcase how AI and digital tools are reshaping procurement practices.
- Foster professional networking through structured Procurement Leadership Mentors Roundtable and Procurement & Supply Chain Mentor Corners.
- Strengthen collaboration between procurement leaders, professionals, and industry partners.
Target Participants
- Morning Leadership Forum: Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs), Chief Supply Chain Officers, Senior Procurement Directors. (50-80 pax)
- Afternoon Dialogue: Procurement managers, professionals, solution providers, and attendees. (150-200 pax)
Partnership Opportunities
- Title Partner (1) – Exclusive branding across all sessions — $8,000
- Leadership Forum Partner (1) – Association with closed-door leadership sessions — $5,000
- Event Partner (6) – Display table + opportunity for panel participation (limited slots) — $3,000
Park Royal Collections @ Marina Bay
26 March 2026
Procurement Leadership Forum
9.00am-12.30pm
Procurement Dialogue
1.30pm-5.00pm
THE AGENDA
Welcome & Registration
Come early and enjoy networking with fellow professionals.
Master of Ceremony
Welcome by Paul Lim
President
Supply Chain Asia
TPC Welcome Address
Welcome by Sebastian Chua
Chairman The Procurement Council (TPC@SCA)
Chairman The Procurement Council (TPC@SCA)
Opening Keynote: Procurement 2026 – Leading Through Change
Brief: A thought-provoking address by a senior procurement leader, framing the key challenges and opportunities for the profession in the decade ahead. Themes will include sustainability, digitalisation, and the evolving role of procurement leadership.
Leadership Roundtable: Sustainability, Compliance and the Future of Procurement
Brief: A closed-door dialogue among CPOs and senior leaders focusing on the growing impact of sustainability legislation and compliance on procurement teams. Discussion will address how organisations are preparing for Scope 3 and 4 reporting requirements, balancing commercial performance with environmental responsibility, and equipping people with the skills and tools to meet these new demands.
Break
Turnover Break
Roundtable Dialogues: Conversations in Procurement
Brief: Small-group roundtable sessions hosted by TPC Central Executive Committee (CEC) members. Each table will focus on a specific topic — such as supplier sustainability collaboration, digitalisation strategies, or developing next-generation procurement talent — encouraging executives to share experiences and exchange practical ideas.
Networking Lunch
Registration Opens
Procurement Dialogues Attendees
Dialogue Session: AI & Automation – The Future of Procurement
Brief: A plenary discussion unpacking what AI and automation really mean for procurement. Through case studies and expert insights, the session addresses hype versus reality, adoption challenges, and opportunities for more innovative sourcing, risk management, and decision-making.
Break
Networking Break
Procurement Mentors Roundtable: Insights for the Future of Procurement
Brief: Participants join structured, small-group discussions hosted by procurement mentors — CPOs, consultants, and solution leaders. Each roundtable runs in 20-minute rotations, allowing participants to engage with multiple mentors. Topics include:
Applying AI in sourcing and supplier management
Building sustainable and compliant supply networks
Digital tools driving procurement transformation
Career pathways and professional growth in procurement
Conclusion & Closing Remarks
Brief: A wrap-up session highlighting the main insights from both the Leadership Forum and the Dialogue. Selected mentors and speakers share their perspectives, offering actionable takeaways for participants.
Event Ends
Thank you for attending.