Tiffanie Vo-Jones

Tiffanie Vo-Jones

Global Indirect Procurement Leader Diversey – A Solenis Company
Global Indirect Procurement Leader in Chemical Manufacturing

Day 1 – March 9, 2026

3:10 PM Workshop: Navigating Regional Differences In Global Category Management

No country is the same. Regional laws, market dynamics, and cultural differences influence how business is done. When managing categories on a global scale, understanding these differences is vital. Gain best practices for navigating multiple regulatory landscapes, collaborating with local teams, and tailoring strategies to diverse markets

Key takeaways:

    • Getting comfortable with regional regulations and differences impacting category management
    • Tailoring communications and practices based on regional practices
    • Leaning on local procurement teams for daily category management
    • Having a clear understanding of global supply market dynamics

    5:00 PM Interactive Roundtables – Two Rounds of Peer-Led Conversations

    Interactive Roundtables – Primary Led (2 Rounds of peer-led conversations)

    These small-group conversations offer a chance to hear directly from industry leaders who have made a meaningful impact in procurement and to share your own perspective. Ask questions, exchange ideas, and connect with fellow attendees who face similar challenges and opportunities. This is your space to engage, learn, and be part of the conversation

    1. Mastering The Art of the Deal In Vendor And Supplier Negotiations
    Tiffanie Vo-Jones, Global Procurement Leader, Fleet, Solenis
    Sheronda Grooms, Senior Director of Indirect Procurement, Convergint

    2.Exploring Procurement’s Differences and Similarities Across Small, Mid-Size, and Large Organizations
    Matt Peacey, Director, Indirect Procurement, Tyson Foods

    3.Alleviating The Headache: Overcoming Contracting and Agreement Challenges
    Jodi Hugdahl, Strategic Sourcing Manager. Fulton Bank

    4.Keeping Up With The Sustainability Jones’: Taking Lessons From Global Practices To Enhance Your Sustainability Efforts
    Haylley Watson, Regional Category Manager & Sustainability Champion, Syngenta

    5.Forging Interdepartmental Relationships To Drive Procurement’s Business Value
    Brenda Wellwood, Sr. Indirect Procurement Analyst, Blommer Chocolate Company
    Elyse Wilson, Senior Procurement Manager, Smartsheet

    6.Navigating Todays Tricky Job Market And Building A Sizeable Hiring Pipeline
    Carrie Housteau, Vice President, Procurement, FlightSafety

    7.Designing Shock-Proof Supplier Ecosystems
    Randall Pappal, Vice President, Purchasing and Supply Chain, Gentex Corporation

    8.From Vision to Action: Mobilizing Procurement Teams to Harness AI
    Thomas Bruno, Principal Analyst, IT Infrastructure & Software Sourcing, Global Foundries
    Brian DeCaires, Supervisor, Technical Procurement, Pacific Gas & Electric Company

    Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Tiffanie.

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