Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast - Ep. 10 - Redefining Procurement: Circular Value Chains and the Power of Secondary Materials - with Matthias Ballweg

Ep. 10 - Redefining Procurement: Circular Value Chains and the Power of Secondary Materials - with Matthias Ballweg

08/15/24 • 31 min

Ready to embrace sustainable procurement? Discover how circular value chains and secondary materials can revolutionise your supply chain.
In this episode, host Richard McIntosh welcomes Matthias Ballweg, Co-founder of CIRCULAR REPUBLIC, to discuss circular value chains and secondary materials. Matthias reveals the significance of circularity and shares actionable strategies for companies to kickstart their sustainable procurement journey.
You'll learn:
1. What circularity and secondary materials are and why they are important
2. How secondary materials are being used in various industries
3. Strategies for integrating secondary materials into procurement
4. The role of start-ups and innovation in driving circularity
5. The impact of regulations on circular value chains
To start your journey towards circularity, download the whitepaper titled, "Secondary Material Sourcing" – a collaboration between H&Z Management Consulting and CIRCULAR REPUBLIC: https://hz.group/insights/publications/discover-the-future-of-sustainability-with-the-circular-economy
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Get in touch with Matthias Ballweg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthias-ballweg/
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Details about CIRCULAR REPUBLIC:
Website: www.circular-republic.org
Industry: Environmental Services
Company size: 15 employees
Headquarters: Munich, Bavaria
Founded: 2023
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About the host Richard McIntosh:
Richard McIntosh, Partner at H&Z Management Consulting, has spent over 23 years helping procurement leaders succeed. Richard is an avid rugby fan, and a children's rugby coach, with a passion for helping children to become their best selves through sports. He spends his time outside of work with his wife and children.
Get in touch with Richard McIntosh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcintosh-richard/
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The Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.

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Ep. 9 - Driving Procurement Success through Anchored Strategies and Ambitious Targets - with Lovisa Söderholm

Combining ambitious goals and solid strategies is where procurement 'magic' happens.
Join host Martina Buchhauser as she talks to Lovisa Söderholm, Senior Vice President of Purchasing at Volvo Penta, about driving procurement success. Lovisa shares insights on the dual objectives of cost and CO2 reduction, emphasising the significance of engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication.
You'll learn:
1. How to accomplish cost and CO2 reductions simultaneously
2. The importance of engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and clear communication
3. The impact of setting high targets and anchoring them in a solid strategy
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Get in touch with Lovisa Söderholm on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lovisasoderholm/
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About the host Martina Buchhauser:
Martina Buchhauser is a global leader with extensive knowledge of the automotive industry, and its shift towards sustainable technologies and low-carbon business practices. Her leadership journey includes executive roles in Global Procurement and Supply Chain Networks at General Motors, MAN, BMW, and Volvo Cars, where she served as Chief Procurement Officer and on the management board. She is a senior advisor at H&Z Management Consulting and a non-executive director on several company boards. Martina enjoys hiking, golfing, and skiing, and values time with her family and friends from around the world. She is passionate about leadership and actively engaged in developing and promoting talent.
Get in touch with Martina Buchhauser on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martina-buchhauser/
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The Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.

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Ep. 11- From Static to Strategic: The Evolution of Category Management in Modern Procurement - with Detlef Schultz

Is your procurement strategy stuck in the past? Discover how to transform category management and drive real strategic impact.
In this episode, Richard McIntosh speaks with Detlef Schultz, award-winning procurement leader and co-founder of akirolabs, about the evolution of category management. Drawing from his vast experience as former CEO and current Board Chairperson of Vodafone Procurement Company, Detlef explains how procurement can shift from cost-cutting to strategic value creation. He shares insights on using data and technology to drive dynamic, scenario-driven strategies that meet the demands of today’s business environment.
You’ll learn:
1. Why traditional category management models no longer fit the needs of modern businesses
2. How data and AI can transform procurement into a strategic powerhouse
3. The crucial role of procurement in driving value beyond cost savings
4. How to transition from static categories to dynamic, scenario-based procurement strategies
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Get in touch with Detlef Schultz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/detlef-schultz-74a6409/
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Details about akirolabs:
Website: https://akirolabs.com/
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size: 11-50 employees
Headquarters: Berlin
Founded: 2021
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About the host Richard McIntosh:
Richard McIntosh, Partner at H&Z Management Consulting, has spent over 23 years helping procurement leaders succeed. Richard is an avid rugby fan, and a children's rugby coach, with a passion for helping children to become their best selves through sports. He spends his time outside of work with his wife and children.
Get in touch with Richard McIntosh on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcintosh-richard/
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The Procurement Initiative Leaders Podcast is powered by H&Z Management Consulting in collaboration with SAWOO.