Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast Richard Mc Intosh / Martina Buchhauser

How is one of the world's leading healthcare companies reshaping the procurement landscape? By leading with innovation and focusing on what truly matters: the patient.

In this episode, Marielle Beyer, Head of Global Procurement at Roche, explains how leadership, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to people-centric outcomes are the keys to driving success in today's complex corporate environment. She elaborates on Roche's holistic approach to procurement, emphasizing the importance of viewing the procurement function not merely as a series of transactions, but as a strategic partner capable of influencing positive outcomes for both patients and business units alike.


You'll learn:

1. How to cultivate a leadership culture in procurement.
2. Strategies for fostering innovation and agility.
3. The importance of a patient-centric approach in healthcare procurement.
4. Best practices for talent development in a transformative era.

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Get in touch with Marielle Beyer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marielle-beyer-1896102/

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Details about Roche:
Website: https://www.roche.com/
Industry: Biotechnology Research
Size: 10,001+ employees
Year: 1896

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About the host Martina:
Martina Buchhauser is a global leader with a profound knowledge of the automotive industry and its shift towards new and sustainable technologies and the imperative for a responsible and low-carbon business. Her leadership journey has encompassed executive roles in Global Procurement and Supply Chain Networks at General Motors, MAN, BMW, and Volvo Cars, where she until recently served as the Chief Procurement Officer and on the management board. She is a senior advisor of H&Z Management Consulting and is a non-executive director on several company boards. Martina very much enjoys being outside in nature – that’s why she loves hiking, golfing, and skiing. Her family and her friends from all over the world play an important role to her, and experiencing life together with them is the greatest joy. Martina is passionate about leadership and has been very engaged in developing and promoting talent.

Get in touch with Martina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martina-buchhauser/

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The Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting.

Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us!

With the new year already in full swing, boardrooms are abuzz with pertinent questions, existing geopolitical disputes continue while new ones emerge, and new technologies rapidly enter the market. There's never been a more challenging, yet opportunistic moment to be a leader in procurement.

In this episode, Kathleen Harmeston, a seasoned CPO, Business Transformation Advisor and Non-Executive Director, sits down with Richard McIntosh to map the evolving role of procurement in 2024 and beyond. She offers insights into topics like how procurement leaders can better respond to geopolitical and market changes, enhance their digital readiness, develop leadership skills, and more.


You'll learn:

1. How to align procurement with the corporate strategy for better outcomes
2. How digital systems can enable more strategic, data-driven approaches in procurement
3. How procurement is evolving and how it can add more value in 2024
4. How to prepare procurement teams for a future of strategic importance

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Get in touch with Kathleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathharmeston/

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About the host Richard:
Richard McIntosh, Partner at H&Z Management Consulting, has spent over 23 years helping procurement leaders succeed. Richard loves rugby & he is a kids' rugby coach. He spends his time outside of work with his wife and kids, and he likes nothing better than helping a bunch of kids develop through sport to be their best selves.

Get in touch with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcintosh-richard/

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Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us! 

Liz Rider is a transformative organizational psychologist, associate fellow of psychology and official top leadership voice on LinkedIn with over 25 years of experience working with large, global companies.

In this episode, Liz describes a new era of leadership that favours trust, empowerment and autonomy over micromanagement and dictation. She delves deep into how leaders can communicate the company's vision, make important decisions, and acquire feedback from their team in return for superior business results.


What to expect:

1. Redefining leadership for modern challenges
2. The impact of vision and values in leadership
3. Inclusivity in decision-making processes
4. Selecting leaders beyond performance metrics
5. Harnessing feedback for leadership growth
6. The importance of ongoing leader development

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Get in touch with Liz Rider on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-rider-humancentricleadership/

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About the host Martina:
Martina Buchhauser is a global leader with a profound knowledge of the automotive industry and its shift towards new and sustainable technologies and the imperative for a responsible and low-carbon business. Her leadership journey has encompassed executive roles in Global Procurement and Supply Chain Networks at General Motors, MAN, BMW, and Volvo Cars, where she until recently served as the Chief Procurement Officer and on the management board. She is a senior advisor of H&Z Management Consulting and is a non-executive director on several company boards. Martina very much enjoys being outside in nature – that’s why she loves hiking, golfing, and skiing. Her family and her friends from all over the world play an important role to her and experiencing life together with them is the greatest joy. Martina is passionate about leadership and has been very engaged in developing and promoting talent.

Get in touch with Martina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martina-buchhauser/

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Thanks to our friends at SAWOO for producing this episode with us.