Mastering the First 100 Days as a CPO

Stepping into the role of Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) brings both opportunity and pressure, from transforming legacy systems to delivering measurable business value in record time. The early days are critical for setting the tone, aligning with executive leadership, and laying the groundwork for a high-performing, future-ready procurement organization.

In this powerful podcast episode from Art of Procurement, Darshan Deshmukh, President of ProcureAbility joins Phil Ideson, Founder & Managing Director of AOP, to explore how new CPOs can make the most of their first 100 days in office. Whether you're newly appointed or preparing for a leadership transition, this conversation offers clear, practical advice to accelerate your impact.

Gain insights from procurement and transformation experts on how to establish your leadership, build alignment, and define a vision from day one, including:

• Assessing organizational readiness – How a CPO can quickly evaluate talent, processes, and technology within the first 30–60 days
• Structuring the procurement function – Choosing the right strategic framework, from best-in-class procurement to platform consolidation and digital modularity
• Hybrid resourcing models – Strategies to balance internal talent with external expertise for faster results and flexibility
• C-suite alignment – How CPOs can collaborate with CEOs and CFOs to ensure procurement drives enterprise-wide value, from cost savings to growth enablement

This podcast episode delivers expert guidance and proven strategies to help any new or aspiring CPO lead with clarity and confidence in today’s dynamic business environment.