Detrick Grimes is the Head of Procurement for the bp Gulf of America region. In this role, he serves as the Chief Regional Procurement officer responsible for all procurement activities in one of the largest Exploration & Production regions in the world. He is accountable for over $4 billion in 3rd party spend related to Production, Drilling, Wells, and Capital Projects. Detrick has held multiple roles in Upstream, Downstream, and Renewable Energies worldwide. He is a US Air Force veteran and a graduate of the United States Air Force Academy
Tuesday March 9, 2027
2:10 PM Open Discussion: Nobody Plans for an Exit: Replacing Critical Talent and Building a More Resilient Team
We all have that one person on our teams we rely on and we hope never decides to leave. But even the strongest teams need to be ready for change. Explore how leaders are restructuring teams and rebuilding capabilities when key talent moves on. Learn how to reduce dependency on specific employees and create a more resilient function built for long-term success.
Key takeaways:
- Identifying critical roles and knowledge gaps before a key team member leaves
- Building succession plans that protect team performance and business continuity
- Restructuring procurement teams to better align talent with changing business needs
- Creating knowledge-sharing practices that reduce dependency on individual employees
- Applying strategies to attract, develop, and retain procurement talent in a competitive market
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Detrick.
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