AI is a true game changer in procurement but how far should it go? Through this exciting keynote debate, leading experts will face off on one of the industry’s biggest questions: is procurement ready to be fully automated or is a human touch still necessary?

• Imagining what a fully automated procurement function would look like
• Making the case for embracing AI to boost speed, scale, and strategic value
• Exploring what can be lost if AI becomes too big of a role within procurement
• Looking to the future on where procurement is heading 

Moderator: Jason Cavalieri, Global Process Owner, Buying, Google

Pro:

Stephen Osmun, Director of Procurement, GoFundMe

Ruth Hicks, Head of Procurement, Harvey

David Rodriguez, Director, Strategic Sourcing, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals

Against:

Brent Perekoppi, Director, Global Sourcing & Center of Excellence, Ingram Micro

Joel Mintun, Director, Global Indirect Procurement, GlobalFoundries

Marla Bradstock, Director, Global Procurement - IT Business Partner, Gilead Sciences