The Sustainable Procurement Pledge

SPP Denmark | In-person Event: Building Effective Supplier Engagement for Sustainable Procurement
2026-04-24 08:30 - 11:30 (Europe/Berlin)
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Join this in-person event organised by the SPP Denmark Chapter for practical insights on designing and scaling supplier engagement that drives real Scope 3 impact at Novonesis and STARK Group and for exchnaging and networking with procurement peers.

Supplier engagement is becoming one of the most powerful levers in driving Scope 3 reductions – but how do you actually design, launch, and scale efforts that truly make an impact?
Novonesis and STARK Group share their approaches and walk us through the objectives, design choices, challenges, and concrete outcomes from their supplier engagement efforts. We’ll explore what works, what doesn’t, and what procurement teams should focus on next.

For more information on the agenda and the venue, please follow the registration link above.

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SPP Singapore | In-person Event: From Crisis to Resilience
2026-04-28 18:30 - 20:30 (Asia/Singapore)
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From Crisis to Resilience: How Geopolitical Disruption Is Reshaping Procurement and accelerating sustainable transformation
Join SPP Singapore for an interactive evening exploring how the current geopolitical landscape is reshaping procurement strategy — from energy sovereignty and local sourcing to sustainable food supply chains, systems change and true-cost accounting.
Through two real-world case studies — one from hospitality and island tourism, one from aviation and food logistics — we’ll unpack the ripple effects of disruption across industries, and explore what resilient and sustainable procurement looks like in practice.
This is a participatory session. Come ready to share, challenge, and learn from fellow procurement and supply chain leaders navigating the same disruption.
What to expect:

A macro framing of the compounding crises hitting global supply chains — with a regional lens on SE Asia
Two practitioner-led case studies connecting aviation, tourism, food, and energy supply chains
A systems-thinking lens on why procurement professionals are uniquely positioned to drive resilience and sustainability
Interactive roundtable discussion — bring your own experiences and challenges

For more information, please follow the registration link.
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SPP DACH | In-Person Event at Bayer: Sustainable Procurement in Practice
2026-04-29 10:30 - 12:00 (Europe/Berlin)
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Sustainable procurement in practice: interactive session with insights from GEA, Bayer & Together for Sustainability (TfS).

Join the Sustainable Procurement Pledge (SPP) DACH Chapter for an interactive session on sustainable procurement in practice, hosted by Bayer in Leverkusen.
Agenda:

Introduction to SPP DACH Chapter: Meet the Chapter Co-chairs!
Sustainable Procurement at GEA (Sebastian Zingsheim, Senior Director)
Sustainable Procurement at Bayer (Florian Vollmer, Head of Procurement Sustainability & Risk Management)
Together for Sustainability (TfS) Initiative
Interactive discussion and Q&A

Language: German/English
Door Time: Doors open at 10:00 for coffee. Session starts promptly at 10:30.
Parking: Visitor parking available on-site at Bayer Leverkusen campus. Please allow extra time for site access registration.
For more information, please follow the registration link.

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As with all SPP events and platforms, we ask attendees for active, respectful participation and to refrain from sales pitches and solicitation. We kindly ask you to read and adhere to the SPP Netiquette (www.spp.earth)

SPP x HPE | Connecting the Health System Value Chain: The Procurement Lense
2026-05-05 12:30 - 13:30 (Europe/Berlin)
Thank you very much for your interest in the SPP x HPE: Connecting the Health System Value Chain through the Procurement Lens workshop.
After careful consideration, we have decided to cancel this workshop and take a slightly different approach. Over the past week, the Interregional Forum in Montreal created encouraging momentum around this topic—particularly among Canadian stakeholders. At the same time, we recognize that the timing of tomorrow’s session is not well suited to enable their full participation. In addition, the workshop was originally designed as a highly interactive session for a broader group of procurement professionals. With the current number and composition of participants, it would not deliver the experience or outcomes we had intended, and you are expecting.
This is not a pause in the work—quite the opposite. We see a valuable opportunity to build on the momentum and we will keep you up to date.
In the meantime, we would very much welcome 1:1 conversations. Our aim is to build a small but committed and impactful group to help steer this work forward.
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Thank you again for your interest and engagement. We look forward to continuing the conversation.
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About this collaboration
SPP has joining forces with Health Proc Europe (HPE) under the Alliance for Procurement Impact (API) in 2026, contributing procurement practitioner insights through its Pharma & Life Sciences and Public Procurement Chapters to co-create and test a Sustainable & Resilient Procurement Toolkit.
The goal: to break down silos, empower open peer-to-peer conversations and strengthen supply chains across Europe in line with the EU Green Transition and Critical Medicines Act.
At World Sustainable Procurement Day 2026, we kicked off an important conversation: 👉 How can procurement help connect global health commitments with real-world impact across the Health System Value Chain?
🎥 Missed the WSPD session or want a refresher? Watch the session recording to get up to speed — it sets the scene and provides the foundation for what comes next: https://lnkd.in/du–dGqR

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As with all SPP events and platforms, we ask attendees for active, respectful participation and to refrain from sales pitches and solicitation. We kindly ask you to read and adhere to the SPP Netiquette (www.spp.earth)

SPP Champions Program | Annual In-person Meeting 2026
2026-05-19 10:30 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
Each year, the SPP Champions Program brings together procurement leaders and their teams from some of the world’s biggest organizations to accelerate sustainable change.
For the fith time, Champions and Transformation Panel members will gather in person to connect face-to-face, celebrate the progress we’ve made, and double down on what’s next. Together, we’ll explore how to scale what’s working, unlock peer insights, and drive even greater, faster impact across Champion organizations and the wider procurement community.
This is a space by procurement, for procurement – designed to shape the agenda, surface practical solutions, and strengthen the collective voice of leaders championing sustainable procurement around the world.
Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026 | Time: tbc
Location: London, United Kingdom
Event format: Invitation only – Champion Program participants
For more information: Want to learn more about the SPP Champions Program or how your organization can get involved? Reach out to melissa@spp.earth or visit our Champions Program page.
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As with all SPP events and platforms, we ask attendees for active, respectful participation and to refrain from sales pitches and solicitation. We kindly ask you to read and adhere to the SPP Netiquette (www.spp.earth)

SPP Canada | Building a High Performance Human Rights Due Diligence Program
2026-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Berlin)
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Join this dynamic session designed to energize procurement professionals who want to lead meaningful human rights action inside their organizations. With Bill S-211 reporting deadlines approaching, there’s never been a more critical time to act — and this conversation dives into what it really takes to launch and sustain a high-impact Human Rights Due Diligence program — from setting a clear commitment to navigating risks, engaging suppliers, and responding confidently when issues surface.
Speakers will help participants cut through complexity, build momentum, and turn principles into practical, scalable action that strengthens both compliance and culture.
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As with all SPP events and platforms, we ask attendees for active, respectful participation and to refrain from sales pitches and solicitation. We kindly ask you to read and adhere to the SPP Netiquette (www.spp.earth)
The session will be recorded and shared on the SPP YouTube channel: Sustainable Procurement Pledge – YouTube

SPP @ London Climate Action Week | Sustainable Procurement – Missing Link to Climate Action (UN Global Compact event)
2026-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Berlin)
Over the past year, SPP and our community have been supporting the UN Global Compact’s Coalition for Sustainable Procurement to shape an emerging framework on sustainable procurement.
The Framework addresses a gap by providing practical, scalable tools that help companies embed sustainability into sourcing decisions by translating ESG goals into procurement actions, integrating sustainability across the full cycle, and enabling teams to balance cost, risk, resilience, and impact at scale.
This work has been steadily evolving through dialogue, co-creation, and input from coalition members and partners like SPP. We are now at an exciting milestone.
During London Climate Action Week, a select group of CPOs, CFOs, CEOs, sustainability leaders, government representatives and industry associations will be invited to engage with the next stage of this framework. In this session, participants will engage with the Framework ahead of its global launch in September 2026 at New York Climate Week, test its relevance against real business challenges, and explore how procurement can create value beyond compliance.
Coalition context and background: Coalition for Sustainable Procurement
Date: 24 June 2026
Time: 02:00pm – 04:00pm BST
Type: In-person
This UNGC event is extended to key SPP community participants.
The format will combine presentations and interactive round tables, including one hosted by Kathrin Decker, Deputy Director of SPP. This will be a valuable opportunity to engage SPP Community members directly with the framework, contribute perspectives from practice, and help shape the next phase of development.
For more information, please contact: kathrin@spp.earth.

SPP DACH | Where is Sustainability on your agenda now?
2026-06-25 13:30 - 14:30 (Europe/Berlin)
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In a fast-changing world with new challenges arising seemingly every week, how are companies keeping Sustainability at the top of their agenda? How do Procurement leaders manage to keep Sustainability on the radar of their executive leadership? How are they making sure that targets are still upfront and relevant, not just within their companies, but also across their supplier networks? How can companies still move the needle on Sustainability even with the prospect of reduced budgets?
Join us on this webinar hosted by the SPP DACH Chapter to hear from our expert panel and take the opportunity to ask them questions on their approach. For more information, follow the registration link above.
We look forward to welcoming you at the webinar!
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The event will be recorded and shared on the SPP YouTube channel: Sustainable Procurement Pledge – YouTube

SPP Singapore | Influencing for Sustainable Procurement Success with Prof. Giuseppe Conti
2026-07-06 18:30 - 20:30 (Asia/Singapore)
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Join the Sustainable Procurement Pledge Singapore Chapter for an engaging evening session with Professor Giuseppe Conti, focused on one of the most critical yet often overlooked capabilities in modern procurement: INFLUENCING.
In today’s complex procurement landscape, professionals are increasingly expected to embed sustainability as a core supplier selection criteria and across procurement decision-making.
However, achieving this in practice requires more than policies and frameworks—it demands the ability to effectively influence stakeholders, navigate competing priorities, and drive meaningful change across the organisation.
This interactive session will explore the psychology behind influence and persuasion, equipping procurement professionals with practical tools and insights to strengthen their impact.
Drawing on behavioural science and real-world experience, Professor Conti will unpack how soft skills can be leveraged to build alignment, overcome resistance, and champion sustainable decision-making.
What you can expect:

A deeper understanding of the psychological principles that drive influence and decision-making

Practical techniques to strengthen your ability to advocate for sustainability in procurement processes

Insights into managing stakeholder dynamics and competing business priorities

An opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals committed to advancing sustainable procurement

Whether you are navigating internal resistance or looking to elevate sustainability within your sourcing strategy, this session will provide actionable guidance to enhance your effectiveness as a procurement leader.
Giuseppe Conti
Prof. Giuseppe Conti is a leading expert in negotiation and influence, combining 25years in senior roles at global multinationals with two decades of teaching experience.
He is the founder of CABL, a firm offering customized training in negotiation and influencing.
Since 2005, he has been an award-winning lecturer, recognized for his lively and interactive training workshops across leading business schools in Europe.
In 2025, he was ranked #1worldwide among the Top 30Global Gurus for Negotiation.
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For more information about the agenda and event location, please follow the registration link above.
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SPP Pharma Chapter | Launch - Sustainability Impact: Recognizing Real-World Results
2026-07-07 14:00 - 15:00 (Europe/Berlin)
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Join the co-chairs of the SPP Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences chapter for the launch of a new initiative to spotlight sustainability case studies from across the sector. This call for submissions invites suppliers to share real-world examples of delivered impact, helping to build a collective body of practical insights that can inspire and accelerate progress across the SPP community.
During this session, we will introduce the submission process and outline what makes a strong case study, with a focus on measurable outcomes across climate, nature, and social dimensions. Clear guidance will be provided for both large organizations and small and medium-sized businesses, ensuring a broad and inclusive range of contributions.
Selected case studies will be highlighted as leading examples of supplier sustainability in action, with the most impactful entries recognized and celebrated at a virtual event in October. In addition, all participants will have the opportunity to be featured in SPP’s The Guide and WBCSD’s Business Action Bank/Climate Drive, helping to amplify their work and support peer learning across the industry.
Join us to learn how to contribute your experience and help build a shared resource of practical sustainability solutions that others across the sector can adapt and scale.
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As with all SPP events and platforms, we ask attendees for active, respectful participation and to refrain from sales pitches and solicitation. We kindly ask you to read and adhere to the SPP Netiquette (spp.earth)
The event will be recorded and shared on the SPP YouTube channel: Sustainable Procurement Pledge – YouTube
