Ep. 16 - Splitting Efficiency from Strategy: A Bold Model for Modern Procurement - with Demetrios Kappos
Procurement doesn’t need a rebrand. It needs structure, speed, and people who take ownership.
In this episode, host Mike Jansen sits down with Demetrios Kappos, Management Consultant and former VP Global Procurement at EagleBurgmann, to explore how to shift procurement from a reactive service provider to a structured value driver.
Demetrios speaks plainly about what works—and what doesn’t. For him, transformation begins by separating operational efficiency from strategic effectiveness. It’s about knowing where buyers truly add value, making bold organisational decisions, and empowering teams to drive change—not wait for it.
From practical insights on ERP harmonisation and applying AI as a tool, to clear-headed reflections on leadership, resilience, and volatility, this conversation is as grounded as it is actionable.
You'll learn:
1. Why splitting operational and strategic roles creates real value
2. How to empower teams to lead transformation from within
3. The right (and wrong) ways to apply AI in procurement
4. What building resilience looks like beyond buzzwords
5. How to future-proof procurement with a data- and mission-driven mindset
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Get in touch with Demetrios Kappos on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/demetrios-kappos-94aa94147/
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About the host Mike Jansen:
Mike Jansen is an Associate Partner at H&Z Management Consulting with over a decade of experience enhancing the value that procurement delivers to organisations. Driven by a passion for tackling challenges, Mike thrives on competition—whether with others or himself. Outside of work, Mike enjoys quality time with his wife and children.
Get in touch with Mike Jansen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jansen-mike/