The Global Awards

CATEGORIES & CRITERIA

The Global Procurement Awards 2026 categories are for every type of business and offer a range of team and individual awards ready to recognise and reward the champions of procurement.

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Enterprise of the Year - sponsored by Jabil Procurement & Supply Chain Services

Celebrating a large-scale organisation that demonstrates exceptional procurement excellence, innovation, and strategic impact across its operations. This award recognises enterprises that set industry benchmarks through leadership, collaboration, and measurable business value.

How has procurement driven measurable value creation for the enterprise?
What innovations or strategies have set this organisation apart?
How has the enterprise demonstrated resilience and adaptability?
In what ways has sustainability or social responsibility been integrated?

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Company of the Year

Honouring a small to mid-sized company that has achieved outstanding procurement performance and innovation. This award recognises organisations that deliver impressive results through agility, creativity, and strong procurement practices.

How has procurement contributed to the company’s overall success?
What initiatives or partnerships have enhanced supplier collaboration?
How has the company balanced cost efficiency with innovation?
What measurable impact has procurement had on business outcomes?

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The Procurement Hero Award

Recognising an individual who has gone above and beyond to drive procurement excellence. This award celebrates dedication, leadership, and positive impact within their organisation or the wider procurement community.

How has the nominee elevated procurement’s strategic role within the business?
What measurable results have been achieved under their direction?
How have they inspired or supported others in their professional community?
What legacy or long-term contribution will define their achievements?

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The Future Leader Award - sponsored by Candex

Highlighting an emerging procurement professional showing exceptional potential and ambition. This award celebrates those shaping the future of procurement through innovation, leadership, and a forward-thinking approach.

What contributions demonstrate this individual’s leadership potential?
How have they introduced new ideas or approaches?
What impact have they had within their team or organisation?
How are they actively shaping the future of procurement?

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Transformation Project of the Year

Acknowledging a procurement project that has delivered significant transformation and measurable results. This award celebrates innovation, effective change management, and lasting business impact.

What challenges drove the transformation initiative?
How effectively was change managed across teams or systems?
What measurable outcomes were achieved?
How sustainable are the improvements delivered?

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The AI in Procurement Award

Celebrating the successful integration of artificial intelligence within procurement processes. This award recognises organisations using AI to enhance efficiency, insight, and strategic decision-making.

How has AI been integrated into procurement operations?
What measurable improvements has AI delivered?
How has AI enhanced decision-making or efficiency?
What lessons or innovations can others learn from this implementation?

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The Procurement Technology Award

Recognising technological excellence in procurement. This award celebrates the use of cutting-edge tools or platforms that improve visibility, automation, and value creation across the procurement function.

What technology solution or platform was implemented?
How has it improved procurement performance or visibility?
What business results or efficiencies have been realised?
How does it set a new benchmark for digital procurement?

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Procurement Consultancy of the Year

Honouring a consultancy that delivers exceptional procurement expertise, innovation, and measurable client success. This award recognises firms that drive transformation and elevate procurement performance across industries.