BEST APPROACH TO RISK MITIGATION

Recognising excellence in supply chain risk management.

This category rewards teams who have successfully managed business risk in order to safeguard their organisation’s operations and supply chain against cost or reputational damage, availability and security of supply or to gain competitive advantage.

BEST COLLABORATIVE TEAMWORK PROJECT

Recognising successful cross-functional teamwork projects.

This category rewards procurement teams who have implemented successful projects, for example a sourcing project or business process improvement initiative, working collaboratively with internal teams or departments.

BEST COMMITMENT TO CARBON REDUCTION IN SUPPLY CHAINS

Recognising the impact of carbon reduction projects on Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.

This category rewards entries from organisations that are committed to reducing the carbon impact of their organisations and supply chains. The judges are looking for ambitious goals that are achievable and demonstrate tangible, measurable progress towards a net zero future.

BEST INITIATIVE TO BUILD A DIVERSE SUPPLY BASE

Recognising supplier diversity excellence.

This category is for organisations that have implemented successful supplier diversity projects. We are looking for evidence these have unlocked innovation and strategic business results, as well as opening up opportunities for organisations that are diverse in size, ownership or mission.

BEST INITIATIVE TO DELIVER SOCIAL VALUE THROUGH PROCUREMENT

Recognising procurement projects that deliver significant social value outputs.

This category is open to both public and private sector organisations that are using innovative sourcing and contracting initiatives to deliver social value.

BEST PRACTICE IN SUPPLY CHAIN INTEGRATION

Recognising initiatives that deliver outstanding supply chain improvements and/or integration.

This category rewards procurement teams who have successfully implemented innovative supply chain solution improvements, for example improved supply chain visibility or greater integration with the organisation.

BEST PROCUREMENT TRANSFORMATION PROGRAMME

Recognising excellence in business transformation and change projects.

This category is for transformation or large-scale business process improvement projects that have resulted in improved business outcomes or increased competitive advantage. Projects can be procurement–led or wider organisational projects. Submissions must explicitly explain procurement’s role and influence on delivering the outcomes.

BEST SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT INITIATIVE

Recognising collaborative Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) projects.

This category can include specific supplier relationship projects or an overarching SRM strategy development project. Submissions should demonstrate the processes and mechanisms that the procurement team and supplier have put in place to work together on a successful project. Examples might include: supplier development projects; new product development; or innovation projects. Joint entries with suppliers are encouraged.

BEST SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT PROJECT OF THE YEAR

Recognising projects that deliver positive environmental, social and governance impacts.

This category encompasses environmental, social and governance (ESG) procurement projects. These can be either procurement-led or organisation - led initiatives, but must evidence the specific procurement or supply chain role in the project’s success. We welcome entries from all aspects of sustainability, from modern slavery and human rights, climate change and energy conservation through to community and regeneration projects.

BEST USE OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY

Recognising AI, automation and digital projects that deliver significant results.

This category is open to procurement or supply chain teams showcasing successful technology projects that have made significant business impact. Technology providers may also enter case study-led projects where they have worked in partnership with the procurement organisation. The name of the client/s must be disclosed in all entries.

MOST INCLUSIVE PROCUREMENT FUNCTION

Recognising initiatives that deliver positive impacts in diversity, inclusion and developing a sense of belonging.

This category rewards procurement teams who have integrated Diversity and Inclusion developing a culture and embedding practices that allow the most skilled and talented people to succeed regardless of age, gender, race, physical abilities or sexual orientation.

OUTSTANDING PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME

Recognising programmes that drive up the capability of the procurement and supply team.

This category rewards training or development programmes that have substantially raised the capability and influence of the procurement or supply chain team, leading to improved performance, results and business integration. Judges are looking for programmes that develop teams beyond traditional, technical procurement skills.

PROCUREMENT CONSULTANCY PROJECT OF THE YEAR

Recognising successful procurement consultancy projects.

This category is open to both procurement teams and consultancy firms who have delivered strategic business improvement projects. Submissions must be case study-led demonstrating how the consultancy firm delivered procurement excellence. The name of the client/s must be disclosed in all entries.

PUBLIC PROCUREMENT PROJECT OF THE YEAR

Recognising procurement excellence in delivering public services.

This category is open to all global public sector bodies (public sector organisations that are owned, controlled and funded by governments) and rewards projects that demonstrate how procurement has successfully managed public sector specific challenges or opportunities.

PROCUREMENT TEAM OF THE YEAR - SMALL ORGANISATION

Recognising procurement and supply teams that make a demonstrably positive impact on their organisation.

This category rewards procurement teams that enjoy a prominent role in their organisation and clearly make a positive contribution. Among the factors that we’ll look for are: profile and influence of the function; teams that have made significant improvements to their performance and culture resulting in increased effectiveness, influence, efficiencies, savings or competitive advantage.

Open to organisations with fewer than 250 employees and/or with a turnover of under £500m.

PROCUREMENT TEAM OF THE YEAR - LARGE ORGANISATION

Recognising procurement and supply teams that make a demonstrably positive impact on their organisation.

This category rewards procurement teams that enjoy a prominent role in their organisation and clearly make a positive contribution. Among the factors that we’ll look for are: profile and influence of the function; teams that have made significant improvements to their performance and culture resulting in increased effectiveness, influence, efficiencies, savings or competitive advantage.

Open to organisations with a turnover of £500m and over.

YOUNG TALENT

Recognising rising stars of the procurement and supply profession who inspire through their achievements and behaviours.

This award will be presented to rising stars – the profession’s “ones to watch”. It is open to procurement and supply professionals aged 30 or under as of January 2025. The judges will look for evidence of achievement that is significant and beyond what is normally expected from professionals of this age and experience.

Candidates for this category are welcome to include testimonials from colleagues.

SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT CHAMPION

This award recognises individuals who are driving sustainability leadership in their organisation, as well as making an inspirational impact in the wider profession and pushing the dial on the sustainability agenda.

Our judging panel will undertake the first round of judging in this category to determine the shortlist. The shortlisted entries will then be put to a public vote from the procurement community to determine the winner.