Topic: Perspectives with Purpose - How Finance Can Effectively Engage with Purchasing

Speaker:  Peter Dill, Author, Senior Purchasing Manager, Huntsman
 

CPE credit: 1.0 You must be present for a minimum of 50 minutes of the presentation.
 
Agenda:
- 8:00 – 8:05:  Chapter announcements
- 8:05 – 9:00:  Speaker presentation
- 9:00 – 9:30:  Networking

Presentation:  

Perceptions of Purchasing—especially from Finance—directly influence how well the function can drive meaningful business outcomes. The most effective engagement comes when Purchasing is treated as a strategic partner, enabling maximum value delivery through informed decision‑making and cross‑functional alignment. A balanced viewpoint and purposeful leadership create a legacy where Purchasing’s contributions are both recognized and amplified across the organization.

Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge

Speaker's bio:
Following the unprecedented success of his first book, Control what you Can - Principles of Purchasing and Supply Chain Leadership, Peter Dill has done it again!

Rather than retreating to typical corporate silo behavior triggered by shifting tariffs, two regional armed conflicts, and related geo-political isolationism, he engages with other shared services to deliver much needed value. Based on 30 years of Supply Chain leadership across several sectors, Peter’s balanced perspectives from his home, work, and Navy life help us see past the daily tactical churn of Purchasing, and improve the bottom line…with the added benefit of targeted AI insights.

Perspectives with Purpose unlocks the hidden value between Purchasing shared services including Legal, Engineering, Finance, Supplier Quality, as well as Site and Business Unit leadership.