Mastering the First 100 Days as a CPO

Stepping into the role of a Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) comes with high expectations and complex challenges. In our latest podcast episode with Art of Procurement, we dive deep into the first 100 days of a CPO and unpack critical strategies for success; from structuring procurement organizations to leveraging technology and aligning with executive leadership.

In this episode, Darshan Deshmukh, President of ProcureAbility, and Phil Ideson, Founder & Managing Director of AOP, discuss:

• Assessing key gaps and opportunities – How CPOs can evaluate people, processes, and technology in the first 30-60 days.
• Building a winning procurement strategy – Choosing the right approach between best-in-class, single-platform, or modular technology solutions
• Hybrid resourcing for success – How to balance internal talent, role adjustments, and third-party support for rapid impact.
• Aligning with the CEO and CFO – Ensuring procurement objectives drive cost savings, operational efficiency, and business growth.

Unlock key insights to take your procurement strategy to the next level.