Global Supply Chain Awards: The Future Leader Award
The Future Leader Award is a category that will shine a light on the exciting talent in the supply chain sector at this year's Global Supply Chain Awards.
As we look to a time of meaningful change, with emerging technology and an ever-moving global economic landscape, it is more important than ever that the next generation of talent has the ability to be agile and forward-thinking.
Behind all successful organisations, teams and projects are the people who make that progress happen. It is more vital than ever that we name those deserving of recognition for their hard work.
Talent on show
As well as industry leaders that are already established, the Global Supply Chain Awards also give the opportunity to recognise those showing the qualities of future leaders. Experience and emerging talent alike will enjoy an exclusive black-tie dinner at the renowned JW Marriott Grosvenor House London on 8 September 2026 to honour their achievements over the past 12 months.
When it comes to shaping future functions, the Future Leader Award enables us to put a spotlight on the people behind the projects that have demonstrated a level of excellence worth noticing.
Rising through the ranks
The individuals we are looking to recognise will have been pivotal in contributing to initiatives that demonstrate innovation, collaboration and a focus on future developments.
Rising executives at the early-to-mid stage of their career who embrace the way the supply chain sector is growing and have already left a lasting impression are likely to be noticed by our panel. These characters will be those others already look to for new ideas and to ask about emerging opportunities.
The recipient of this award will be able to show the judges that they embody the values and characteristics that will see their careers and learning accelerate beyond expectations.
What the judges are looking for
Our panel will be considering applicants against the following criteria:
- How has the individual demonstrated leadership beyond their role?
- What innovative ideas or projects have they contributed to?
- How do they embody the values of growth and learning?
- What potential do they show for future industry impact?
Previous recipients of this award have been celebrated for their dedication to advancing the sector by redefining it, as well as pioneering agile operation models and pushing growth forward strategically.
Why this award is important
It is not simply about celebrating the project achievements that are happening right now, but identifying those people who will likely be leading these initiatives in the future.
This award shines a light on the achievements of its recipient, rewarding the individual contribution, hard work and influence of the next generation of talent before their career takes off to even greater heights.
To do this in a room full of industry decision-makers and senior leadership is an award more valuable than the trophy itself, and could accelerate the career of the winner further still.
Dates and deadlines
Here is a rundown of the all-important deadlines and timings for the Global Supply Chain Awards 2026.
- Entries close: 29 June, 2026
- Shortlists announced: August 2026
- Awards Ceremony: 8 September 2026 at JW Marriott Grosvenor House London
It is not just the winner of this award who can celebrate, but those announced on the shortlist for this hard-fought category will equally be able to enjoy the celebration from peers for their hard work and dedication. Shortlisting for this category will be announced in August.
On 8 and 9 September, the awards ceremony is co-located with Sustainability LIVE and Procurement LIVE, taking place at QEII Centre, Westminster.
Do not miss your chance to get noticed by missing the deadline for entry. Secure your tickets to these celebrated awards today.
