Workshops
Breakfast
Workshop
Wednesday,
December 11
7.45 – 9.45
David Rodriguez
Strategic Sourcing
Tarsus
Pharmaceuticals
Automating Spend Analysis and Contract Management: Strategies and Best Practices
Automating procurement activities is crucial for R&D procurement teams as it enables
them to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, and achieve greater efficiency,
ultimately accelerating innovation and time-to-market.
Attend this session to explore:
Building from the Ground Up:
• Learn how to implement automated systems for spend analysis and contract
management, starting from foundational steps to full integration
Technological Innovations:
• Explore the latest tools and technologies available for automating procurement
processes and their impact on operational efficiencies
Overcoming Resistance:
• Understand the challenges and strategies for convincing stakeholders to adopt
automated solutions, especially in growing organizations
Case Studies and Examples:
• Gain insights from real-life examples and case studies on successful automation
projects in the biopharma industry
Best Practices for Implementation:
• Discover best practices for implementing automation in procurement, ensuring
seamless integration and long-term sustainability
Breakfast
Workshop
Thursday,
December 12
7.45 – 9.45
Anamica
Srinivasaragavan
Global Category
Management Lead
BioMarin
Pharmaceutical Inc
Shannon Tyler-Zabel
Senior Procurement
Manager
Zymeworks Inc.
Melissa Gutierrez
Associate Director of
Facilities & Operations
Seawolf Therapeutics
Scaling Procurement in Growing Biopharma Companies: Optimizing Operations for Future Growth
Scaling procurement operations is crucial for growing biopharma companies to meet
increased demands efficiently and effectively.
Attend this session to explore:
Adapting Procurement Strategies Across Growth Stages
• Transitioning procurement processes smoothly from small-scale to large-scale
operations with effective techniques
• Illustrating successful strategies employed by different biopharma companies during
various growth phases through case studies
Procurement Tools and Systems for Scalability
• Evaluating and implementing advanced supplier management tools to manage
complexities in procurement
• Integrating new technologies aimed at enhancing efficiency and scalability in
procurement operations
Automating Procurement Processes
• Implementing automated systems for routine procurement tasks to streamline
operations, save time, and optimize resource allocation
• Utilizing technology to reduce manual workloads and enhance accuracy in vendor
selection and contract management