Jan Steenberg
President
CILT International - The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport International
20 October 2026
7.00 – 8.00 CET
Delegate Registration and Networking Breakfast
8.00 – 8.10 CET
Chair's Welcome and Opening Remarks
PEOPLE AND PROCESS
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY
Libby Hargreaves
Editor
Supply Chain Digital
8.10 – 8.40 CET
Keynote
Matthias Huelsmann
SVP, E2E Logistics
Bosch
Driving End-to-End Supply Chain Transformation Across Global Logistics and Distribution Networks
- Leading end-to-end transformation of global logistics and distribution operations to improve performance and visibility
- Managing complex warehouse, transport, and fulfillment networks across multiple regions
- Enhancing service levels and on-time delivery through improved planning and execution
- Leveraging digital tools and data transparency to enable smarter decision-making
- Moving towards integrated end-to-end supply chain models to strengthen agility and alignment
8.40 – 9.10 CET
Plenary
Hugh Jaques
Global VP, Transformation
Mars
Enhancing Capacity Planning to Maximize Workforce and Process Efficiency
- Assessing workforce capabilities to align team skills with evolving operational demands
- Mapping process workflows to identify inefficiencies and optimize task allocation across teams
- Forecasting staffing needs based on anticipated workloads, seasonal trends and business priorities
- Streamlining task assignments to maximize productivity while minimizing employee overload and downtime
- Collaborating across departments to synchronize resources, schedules and process improvements
- Embedding continuous feedback loops to refine capacity planning and enhance operational performance
9.10 – 9.40 CET
Plenary
Speaker TBA
NeoTangent
Building a Future-Ready Supply Chain through Middle Office Transformation and AI
- Enhancing Visibility: Enable real-time insights and end-to-end transparency across your supply chain through a transformed Middle Office
- Building Resilience: Develop an adaptive, agile structure that ensures continuity and strength in response to disruptions and evolving demands
- Sustainability and Agility: Align Middle Office processes with sustainability goals, fostering a future-ready supply chain that balances efficiency with environmental and social responsibility
- Transformation enabled by AI and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) optimization
9.45 – 11.25 CET
Refreshments, Networking, and Pre-Arranged 1-2-1 Meetings
11.30 – 12.00 CET
Sessions
PEOPLE AND PROCESS
Thomas Liske, Ph.D.
VP, Logistics
Puma
Building Resilient and Sustainable Global Logistics Networks in the Fashion Industry
- Strengthening end-to-end logistics resilience across global sourcing, distribution, and retail channels
- Leveraging automation and warehouse technology to increase speed, flexibility, and cost efficiency
- Improving ocean freight reliability and strategic carrier partnerships in volatile global markets
- Reducing transport emissions through alternative fuels and smarter network design
- Aligning logistics strategy with commercial growth, seasonal peaks, and omnichannel fulfillment
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY
Brian O'Connor
Director, Global Supply Chain Processes
Kerry
Embracing AI for Transformation and Customer Experience
- Deploying AI-driven tools for predictive demand planning and real-time inventory optimization
- Collaborating with software partners to enhance forecasting accuracy and agility
- Integrating AI into customer-facing platforms to manage portfolio views, sample orders, and service interactions
- Leveraging Salesforce connectivity and automation to elevate the customer experience
- Evaluating the impact of AI adoption on operational efficiency, responsiveness, and business growth
12.05 – 12.35 CET
Workshops
Room 1
Yehonathan Barnea
SVP and Head
DemandForecast.ai Powered by Pecan.ai.
AI and Human Insight Shaping the Future of Demand Forecasting
- Elevating forecast precision by pairing next-generation AI models with planners’ practical experience and contextual expertise
- Harnessing broader and richer data sources to turn complexity into clear, actionable guidance for smarter decision-making
- Empowering planning teams with explainable and humble AI that strengthens trust, transparency, and alignment across the organization
- Shifting from reactive responses to proactive strategy through analytics that surface emerging risks and opportunities
- Accelerating planning maturity by enabling humans and AI to collaborate dynamically, enhancing both speed and accuracy of forecasts
Room 2
Driving Excellence in Sourcing and Procurement for Competitive Advantage
- Assessing supplier capabilities to ensure quality, reliability, and alignment with business goals
- Strategizing sourcing decisions to balance cost, risk, and sustainability objectives effectively
- Negotiating contracts to optimize long-term partnership value
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to align procurement plans with operational and financial needs
- Leveraging digital tools to streamline procurement processes and increase transparency across the supply chain
- Embedding continuous evaluation practices to improve supplier performance and procurement efficiency over time
12.40 – 13.40 CET
Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discussions and Open Seating Lunch
Benefit from additional learning by joining a moderated roundtable discussion on pressing issues in the industry. Registration is required, and attendance for moderated roundtables on Day 1 is limited to attendees and speakers. Choose from:
Yehonathan Barnea
SVP and Head
DemandForecast.ai Powered by Pecan.ai
Driving Innovation and Efficiency in the Digital Supply Chain
Josh Landau
President, Strategic Growth
Leonard Logistics
Aligning Resources and Demand Through Strategic Capacity Planning
Unlocking Insights Through Supply Chain Data Analytics
Improving Performance Through Enhanced Supply Chain Visibility
13.45 – 14.15 CET
Sessions
PEOPLE AND PROCESS
Jens Imbeck
VP, Supply Chain Management
Omya
Building Agile and Resilient Supply Chain Networks in a Volatile Global Environment
- Strengthening end-to-end supply chain visibility to improve responsiveness and decision-making across global operations
- Balancing cost efficiency, inventory optimization, and service levels during periods of market disruption and uncertainty
- Leveraging digital tools, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to improve forecasting accuracy and operational agility
- Enhancing supplier relationships and network flexibility to reduce risk and support long-term resilience
- Aligning supply chain strategy with sustainability, customer expectations, and future business growth objectives
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY
Aura Park
Global Head, Supply Chain Procurement
Sanofi
Building the Roadmap to Supply Chain Decarbonization: Creating a More Sustainable and Resilient Value Chain
- Driving supply chain decarbonization across manufacturing, logistics, procurement, and supplier networks
- Partnering with suppliers to improve emissions transparency and accelerate Scope 3 reduction initiatives
- Integrating sustainability into procurement processes, supplier governance, and long-term sourcing strategies
- Using data, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to support measurable environmental progress
- Managing the complexity of global supply chains while advancing sustainability commitments and business objectives
- Lessons learned from advancing large-scale supply chain decarbonization while supporting long-term growth and innovation
14.20 – 14.50 CET
Workshops
Room 1
Speaker TBA
aflexio
Mastering Inventory Management to Optimize Stock and Flow
- Analyzing inventory levels to balance availability, reduce excess, and minimize stockouts
- Implementing automated tracking systems to improve accuracy and real-time visibility across warehouses
- Forecasting demand trends to align stock replenishment with seasonal and market fluctuations
- Streamlining warehouse processes to accelerate order fulfillment efficiency
- Collaborating with suppliers to synchronize delivery schedules and reduce lead-time variability
- Embedding continuous improvement practices to refine inventory policies and optimize working capital
Room 2
Enhancing Supply Chain Visibility through Effective Mapping
- Identifying all suppliers, production sites, and distribution points to create a complete network view
- Analyzing flow of materials and information to pinpoint bottlenecks and inefficiencies
- Visualizing end-to-end processes to support strategic planning and risk management initiatives
- Collaborating with partners to validate data and ensure accuracy across the supply chain
- Leveraging mapping tools to simulate scenarios and assess the impact of potential disruptions
- Embedding insights into decision-making to strengthen resilience and responsiveness
14.55 – 16.15 CET
HAPPY HOUR, NETWORKING, AND PRE-ARRANGED 1-2-1 MEETINGS
16.20 - 16.50 CET
Plenary
Martin Kolev
VP, Global Procurement
Embla Medical
Strategic Procurement in an Era of Geopolitical Disruption and AI
- How geopolitical volatility is reshaping global supply chains, sourcing strategies, and supplier relationships
- What procurement leaders are seeing before the market sees it - identifying emerging risks, opportunities, and market shifts
- Building resilience and supply continuity without sacrificing cost competitiveness and operational performance
- Applying AI and advanced analytics to improve procurement decision-making, forecasting, and risk management
- Turning supplier intelligence and strategic partnerships into a sustainable competitive advantage
16.50 - 17.20 CET
Plenary
David Negrisin
SVP, Group Procurement, Supply Chain
FINCANTIERI
Transforming Strategic Procurement and Supplier Networks for Resilient Global Supply Chains
- Evolving the Role of Procurement from Tactical Execution to Strategic Value Creation
- Building Resilient Supplier Ecosystems Through Strategic Segmentation and Partnership Models
- Leveraging Digital Procurement Tools to Improve Visibility, Efficiency and Risk Management
- Integrating Sustainability and ESG Objectives into Procurement Frameworks and Supplier KPIs
- Balancing Cost, Complexity and Innovation in Global Sourcing Decisions
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration Between Procurement, Operations and Supply Chain Planning
17.20 - 18.05 CET
Panel discussion
Christophe Quiquempoix
VP, Global Procurement
Schneider ElectricSandesh Kurkal
Leader, Global Strategy, Solution and Transformation
NeoTangent
Christopher Gallwas
Global Head, Supply Chain Optimization Animal Health
Boehringer IngelheimJens Imbeck
VP, Supply Chain Management
Omya
Filip Buytaert
VP, Supply Chain Operations
Aliaxis
Ivonne Zamora
VP, Supply Chain Excellence
Bayer
Digital Supply Chain Transformation: Driving Visibility, Resilience, and Agility
- Insights on the challenges and strategies that will define the next 5- 10 years in supply chain
- Navigating the future, focusing on digitalization, automation, sustainability, and talent management
- The role of AI, automation, and data-driven insights in route optimization and lead time reduction
- How to empower teams and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
- Navigating changes in demand, regulations, and geopolitical influences that will impact supply chain operations
18.05 - 18.15 CET
Chair's Closing Remarks
PEOPLE AND PROCESS
Jan Steenberg
President
CILT International - The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport International
TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY
Libby Hargreaves
Editor
Supply Chain Digital
18.20 - 19.20 CET
Networking drinks reception
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