Unpacking Strategic Sourcing Capabilities at PSC LIVE

The way in which businesses source their suppliers or products has changed dramatically in recent years, caused by the shift towards sustainability, the need for resilience and an ongoing stream of geopolitical volatility.

As companies turn towards nearshoring or stronger supplier collaboration, they are unlocking value throughout complex, global supply chains.

Join leaders at Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: The US Summit to find out how leaders are unlocking value amid supply chain complexity.

Hear leading insights and secure your place now for The US Summit.

Industry insights

Attend Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: The US Summit, hosted with Sustainability LIVE: The US Summit, to hear from leading supply chain professionals and their valuable insights at The Strategic Sourcing Summit.

Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE: The US Summit brings together the world’s leading supply chain and procurement experts to discuss the events that have impacted global supply chains and the tools reshaping the industry as a result.

The Strategic Sourcing Summit will act as a space where experts will offer keen insights into navigating complex supply chains by using strategic sourcing. Learn how to unlock value through supplier collaboration and market intelligence, as well as how to optimise cost.

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The Strategic Sourcing Summit

• Location: The Supply Chain Stage
• Date: 22 April, 2026
• Time: 10:45am - 11:30am

A shifting environment

Businesses around the world are refocusing their sourcing strategies in order to build resilience amid volatility. Through optimising supplier collaboration and utilising modern technology to unlock market intelligence, businesses are seeing optimised cost and stronger performance throughout their operations. 

While some companies are finding value through supply chain diversification, others are turning towards localisation and small- and medium- enterprises (SMEs) to develop resilience. Technology is playing a significant role in this transformation, with the unlocking of unparalleled supply chain visibility and financial risk assessments.

The way in which supply chains operate is constantly changing, which means the way in which sourcing happens must also shift in order to unlock long-term value.

Meet the speakers

Sheri Hinish, Founder and CEO of Supply Chain Revolution

Nicknamed the “Supply Chain Queen", Sheri is a trusted advisor for a range of organisations, from Fortune 500 companies to governments. She guides organisations on business transformation, in order to ensure how vision can be turned into value. She has a particular focus on AI, supply chain, innovation and sustainability.

Her transformations have helped organisations around the world develop resilience, through utilising ESG data, AI and cost-optimisation. Her expertise has ensured businesses can see the value within their supply chains and unlock potential when working on their strategic sourcing.

Kristi Sorbello Frank, VP Strategic Sourcing and Business Operations at Novo Nordisk

Kristi is an experienced strategic sourcing executive, utilising her marketing mindset to help transform procurement and operations across global organisations. Her expertise in supplier relationship management, supplier diversity and negotiations means that she is able to construct high performance teams to unlock strength.

Combining procurement professionals and people from diverse backgrounds has helped Kristi consistently align work performance with organisational objectives. She has been able to build strong relationships with business partners and suppliers in order to deliver value across global organisations. 

Tom Cummins, Vice President of Global Procurement at RS Group

Throughout his career, Tom has demonstrated an expertise in global category management across MRO and OEM categories. His procurement operations across the Americas include pricing governance, supplier management and transactional order management, meaning he has a thorough understanding of best sourcing practices.

He has demonstrated the capability to increase operational, capital and financial effectiveness through his work, driven by strong negotiation and leadership. As a result, Tom is well-versed in building lasting relationships and can offer keen insights into unlocking value through strategic sourcing.

Secure your place now for The US Summit – group booking discounts available.

Do you wish to offer your own insights into the benefits of strategic sourcing? Apply now to have an opportunity to showcase your organisation and speak at the event.