Join us and special guest, Mya Systems, to learn why Direct Sourcing programs fail, the common misconceptions companies have surrounding it, successful automation strategies and what you should be investing in for the future.

In this episode, we're talking with four seasoned professionals about managing indirect spend and procurement lessons that can’t be taught in the classroom. The tools the classroom gives you are only ever going to get you into the game, but tools alone will not equip you to play the game. Playing the game requires good instinct. Guests include: Paula Taylor (Global Category Lead for People and Professional Services at NXP Semiconductors), Jean-Claude Thomson (Global Category Lead for HR, Temporary and Contingent Labour at Heineken), Chris Bullock (Global Head of Indirect Spend at Novartis) and David Atkinson (Founder and Managing Director of Four Pillars Consulting).

The boundaries of management consulting are becoming ever more fluid. Consultancy clients have become more knowledgeable and specific about their expectations, procurement professionals are putting pressure on fees and through a resourcing lens, the dividing line between a “contractor” and a “consultant” is so thin it is almost transparent. Join us and our guests as we discuss what the 2020 version of a management consultancy career looks like.

Chris Dwyer, Head of Research at Ardent Partners join us to discuss their latest annual survey, the stand out changes in the marketplace during the past 2-3 years and where he sees it going in the next 5 years. We also talk about the difference between a good marketing spin and practical reality when it comes to service providers.

Are your suppliers prepared to succeed in uncertain times? Special guest David Swift, Global Head of Services Procurement for Novartis joins us to discuss empowering staffing suppliers and why it's necessary in order to deliver value in your workforce. We also discuss how the pandemic has changed the world of work for suppliers and those who work with them. Don't forget to follow Hays Talent Solutions on LinkedIn or email us at ContactTalentSolutions@hays.com with any questions you may have.