The Way We Source

15. How to Align Procurement Theory with Practice & What it Takes to Keep Procurement Teams happy w/ Jonathan Sims, CPO at Equans

(05:18) Concrete tips from how Equans are working towards decarbonising their activities while having 130 000 suppliers.

(06:51) Is there an alignment between Procurement Theory & Practice?

(08:37) How Equans brought in academics into the business to address real practical challenges and what the outcome was.

(10:12) If he sees any discrepancies between curriculum and practice?

(11:36) How he believes Procurement Professionals can ensure that they continue to learn and stay relevant.

(14:31) What are some of the biggest challenges to attract new talent as a Procurement Leader and an organization?

(19:29) Trends in how Procurement Teams are being built, based upon the talent that you need to attract today?

(24:18) How do you keep Procurement Teams happy as a leader?

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