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The top 10 global procurement conferences for 2025

17 Dec 2024 · 8
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The top 10 global procurement conferences for 2025
Staying on top of the latest trends in procurement and supply chain management is no small feat, especially when there’s already so much to manage in your day-to-day. 
Luckily, you don’t have to do it alone—there are plenty of procurement & supply chain conferences and expos to help dive into the state of procurement. Here are the top 10 procurement conferences, divided by region, for learning and networking in 2025.

Top procurement conferences in Europe

World Procurement Congress 2025

  • 13th - 15th May, 2025
  • Intercontinental London, London, England
The World Procurement Congress is one of the longest-running procurement conferences globally, now in its 21st year, having welcomed over 1,100 Chief Procurement Officers (CPOs) to the stage across all 20 occasions. 
The Congress is a must-attend event for procurement leaders who want to learn more about the future of procurement. 
This year’s conference theme is “Amplifying Productivity, Fulfilling Growth.” Sessions will focus on ESG, resilience, partnerships, digitalization, and people. And you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with industry peers to explore how your procurement team can optimize procurement processes for sustainable growth. 
Plus, new this year, a one-day AI forum on May 13th to learn and discuss practical ways to use AI to drive real change and scalable practices across your organizations.
The World Procurement Congress is a great one to take the whole team to. Make it easier with our guide to group travel booking.

Global Supply Chain and Logistics Summit

  • 2nd - 4th April, 2025
  • Radisson Blu Hotel Amsterdam Airport, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The 13th Edition of the Global Supply Chain and Logistics Summit in Amsterdam is an event that brings together thought leaders, procurement experts, and other industry professionals to chat about the future of supply chain and logistics. 
Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and hands-on actionable masterclasses, you’ll walk away inspired, informed, and ready to improve your workflows and organization. 
Key topics this year include sustainability and ESG, digital transformation, the role of AI in supply chain operations, indirect procurement and digital procurement, the circular economy, and more. . The summit is a fantastic place to network with industry leaders and walk away with real insights and knowledge. 

Procurement Summit 2025

  • 25th - 26th June, 2025
  • Schuppen 52, Hamburg, Germany
If you’re interested in learning more about digitalization and innovation in purchasing, then this is the conference to attend. 
This two-day summit features over 45 hours of content and 180+ exhibitors, offering keynote sessions, panel discussions, presentations, masterclasses, award ceremonies, after-parties, and more! 
This year’s sessions and panels will focus on the role of the CPO, strategic sourcing, sustainability and green leadership, supplier diversity, and AI. 
You’ll not only benefit from insights provided by these industry leaders, but there’s also plenty of time for networking and exploring new innovations and solutions at the expo.
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The best procurement conferences in North America

Sourcing Industry Group (SIG) Global Executive Summit

  • 2nd - 4th April, 2025
  • Nashville, Tennessee, USA
SIG’s Global Executive Summit is a three-day conference for any procurement executives looking for best practices, cost-cutting strategies, and innovative processes. In fact, one of the key themes for 2025 is innovation, and you’ll have plenty of networking opportunities with others seeking the same things. 
Over three days, you’ll have the option of attending 5 key notes, 5 round tables, 10 innovation talks, and 25 break-out sessions all focused on hands-on learning experiences from expert leaders and networking with peers. 
This year’s breakout tracks include sourcing, outsourcing, organizational development, governance and compliance, disruptive digitization, and third-party risk management.

Americas Procurement Congress

  • 10th - 12th March, 2025
  • JW Marriott Miami, Miami, Florida, USA
The Americas Procurement Congress 2025 is a must-attend event for all procurement leaders who want to be part of the future of the industry. 
This event will bring CPOs and procurement professionals together to address key topics in the field. It’s one of a series of international conferences with a central theme of "Advancing Excellence, Shaping Tomorrow." 
This year’s event will focus on how procurement professionals can leverage innovation, create strategic partnerships, and use advanced technologies to create resilience, performance, and sustainability while navigating disruptions in the sector. 
If you’re looking to explore cutting-edge insights and research in procurement, this conference needs to be on your calendar.

ISM World 2025

  • 1st - 3rd June, 2025
  • Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, Orlando, Florida, USA 
ISM Word is a global procurement event that attracts thousands of thought leaders and supply management professionals every year. It’s the perfect conference to learn about the future of procurement, with keynote sessions, workshops, networking events, breakout sessions, and more. 
Plus, you can explore cutting-edge technology demonstrations and groundbreaking products and solutions from leading suppliers at the expo. 
Past keynote speakers have included Ian Bremmer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media; José Andrés, Chef, Restaurateur, and Humanitarian; and many more. 
Register today for the event and join over 2,000 procurement professionals on a journey toward reimagining the future of procurement and the global supply chain. 
Looking for a full list of tech events across North America in 2025? Explore our selection of the top tech conferences in the US & Canada.
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The must-attend procurement conferences in Asia and Africa

ProcureCon Asia 2025

  • 8th - 10th July, 2025
  • Equarius Hotel, Sentosa, Singapore
The ProcureCon Asia Conference 2025 is a procurement event for CPOs or senior procurement professionals looking to upscale procurement strategies. Join representatives from Asia's biggest companies, such as DHL, VISA, and Standard Chartered, who are ready to share insights on their procurement success. 
This year’s conference will focus on how procurement can not just be about cost savings, but also driving value and innovation. Other topics will explore the challenges facing leaders today — and tomorrow — with bold strategies to take your team through 2030 and beyond.  It’s an action-packed event with interactive sessions, roundtables, and panel discussions focused on harnessing the power of AI and data to embrace sustainability and supplier collaboration, and more. You’ll walk away with new partnerships, ideas, and insights to innovate for the years to come.

18th Annual Smart Procurement World INDABA

  • 15th - 18th September, 2025
  • Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa
The Annual Smart Procurement World INDABA conference is an event dedicated to procurement and supply chain issues in both private and public procurement. The conference unites procurement professionals from across the board, including supply chain representatives, CPOs, industry thought leaders, and procurement solution providers. 
This year’s conference will focus on globalization, risk and compliance, resilience, data, and more. 
If you want to learn more about procurement and supply chain issues, including effective forecasting and how you can accurately map this to procurement, this is the event for you. 
If you want to learn more about procurement and supply chain issues, including effective forecasting and how you can accurately map this to procurement, this is the event for you. You’ll also learn about public sector supply chain management, minimizing cost volatility, and strategic commodity management.
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Top procurement conferences in Oceania

ProcureCon Australia

  • 19th - 20th May, 2025
  • Hilton Sydney, Sydney, Australia
The ProcureCon Australia event returns to Sydney in May, bringing together leading procurement professionals from Australia and New Zealand. It offers attendees the chance to network with other industry professionals, discover leading trends, and get insights on how to stay on top of the evolving procurement landscape.
This year’s conference will focus on adapting supply chains to navigate geopolitical changes, implementing AI, ESG, optimizing your operating models, and more. 
If you’re in Australia or New Zealand, this is the perfect conference for you to attend and hear from big names like Sarah Bryant, Sourcing Director at Woolworths Group; Damien Sheehy, Global Head of Group Procurement at Flight Centre Travel Group; Anubhav Madan, Procurement Business Partner at NSW Department of Customer Service; and many more. 

Procurement Australia Annual Conference

  • TBD
  • TBD, Australia
The Procurement Australia Annual Conference is a key forum to present, discuss, develop, and report on procurement best practices. Although key details have yet to be released, this is a can’t-miss event every year. 
It’s a vibrant hub of expertise and collaborative thought that brings together diverse perspectives to dive into the latest trends and strategies in procurement. 
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