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This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the incredible sourcing & procurement professionals in our SIG community who inspire us every day. Thank you for your dedication, innovation, and passion for driving excellence in this space. Here's to celebrating connections, achievements, and the opportunity to continue learning and growing together. Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving!

Join us on Dec. 11th for a dynamic webinar with Oliver Wyman ! This webinar, The Future of Procurement, builds on insights they shared during the GES24-Fall Summit CPO-Executive Roundtable. We'll dive into actionable strategies, including strengthening supplier relationships, investing in top talent, and leveraging AI to elevate procurement into a value-driving business unit. Register today! https://lnkd.in/gXqFui93

Join us for a webinar on Dec. 10th and transform your procurement approach with actionable insights from Rachel Kegel, Director of Sourcing Operations at SSM Health. In this webinar, sponsored by Levelpath, Rachel shares how she secured senior leadership buy-in for innovative procurement technologies, turning technological potential into measurable business value. Explore strategies for overcoming resistance, crafting executive-focused presentations, and demonstrating meaningful impact using Levelpath’s tools. Our speakers: -Rachel Kegel, Director of Sourcing Operations at SSM Health -Michaela Dempsey, Chief Marketing Officer at Levelpath Don’t miss this opportunity to drive change and elevate procurement's role within your organization. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gHfUhJYE

AI-powered procurement is here to stay. GEP Worldwide's Economist Impact report highlights that 57% of businesses are set to invest in AI over the next year. But success will depend on human-AI collaboration. Are you ready for the AI transformation in procurement and supply chains? Download the report today! https://lnkd.in/gM27_xFB

A Buy-side SIG Member is seeking input and advice on building business continuity, specifically operational contingency plans for their most critical vendors, per regulatory demands. Will you take a moment and share your best practices and insights? https://lnkd.in/gvb-PhH3

Market uncertainty is the new normal, but are you prepared for what 2025 holds? On Dec 4th at 11:00 AM ET, join SIG CEO Dawn Tiura and James Coleman of ProcureAbility for an exclusive LinkedIn Live session. Explore the intersection of politics and procurement with topics like trade policies, environmental changes, and tech advancements. Walk away with strategies to thrive in a shifting regulatory landscape. Mark your calendars now![https://lnkd.in/gCkCzHpD)

It's Testimonial Tuesday time! SIG University alumni, Mahesh Khamkar shares his experience taking the Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program. “A wonderful program has come to an end, but the concepts learned are going to be with us forever. The SIG University Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP) program has put me on a more professional, structured path as a Sourcing Manager and I enjoyed the course thoroughly.” If you'd like to take your career to the next level, join our next semester! Be like Mahesh and invest in yourself - get enrolled today or learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eg94mT4R

This Black Friday, give yourself the gift of knowledge and success. ?? With discounts on select SIG University certifications and courses, and a free CPSP course enrollment included, there’s never been a better time to elevate your expertise. Get 25% off these select programs: -Certified Sourcing Professional -Certified Supplier Management Professional -Certified Intelligent Automation Professional -Contracting in the New Economy -Cognitive Procurement Specialization Program Act fast—opportunity knocks now! https://lnkd.in/gZfQpTtU

What's New @ SIG U? We are busy in the classroom. In Semester 6, we are in our seventh week! In all classes, our students are learning and building upon their skills as they dive into many important topics. See below what topics we are covering in each of our programs. Our faculty for the various classrooms include: Miranda Price Linda Tuck Chapman In the discussion forum this week our faculty have begun moderating the discussion forum on this week's topics to help students understand the topics better and how these topics apply to their current roles. Our next semester kicks off soon. We would love to have you join us! Visit https://lnkd.in/ecrG6ifm to learn more about each of our programs.

Elevate your Supplier Management skills with CSMP! Propel your career to new heights! ?? ?? ?? Learn more and enroll now: https://go.sig.org/csmp ?? Why CSMP? ?? **World-Class Certification**: Elevate your credentials with a globally recognized certification that showcases your Supplier Management prowess. ?? **Strengthen Supplier Relationships**: Master the art of effective supplier collaboration and bolster your organization's success. ?? **Career Advancement**: Unlock new career opportunities and demonstrate your commitment to excellence. ?? **Comprehensive Curriculum**: Access cutting-edge content and tools curated by industry experts. ??? **Flexible Learning**: Study at your own pace, with 24/7 online access to materials. ?? **Join a Community**: Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network. Don't miss this chance to level up your Supplier Management skills! ?? Secure your spot today: [https://go.sig.org/csmp] Join the conversation! ?? Let's hear your thoughts on the future of Supplier Management in the comments below. ??How do you see the future of procurement evolving in the coming years? #SIGUniversity #SIGU #ProcurementTraining #ProcurementEducation #SourcingTraining #SourcingEducation