Summary
In this episode, Martin Smith interviews Alex Jennings, an experienced procurement and commercial professional who has worked for companies such as GE and Toyota.
They discuss Alex’s career journey, his experience in managing teams, and the changes in the procurement profession.
They also delve into Alex’s entrepreneurial journey and the launch of his procurement platform, the Alchemie Network. The platform aims to connect procurement, supply chain, and sustainability professionals and provide them with tools for personal and professional development.
Alex emphasises the importance of building strong teams, understanding individual strengths and weaknesses, and creating a culture of trust and diversity.
Takeaways
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- The importance of building strong teams that complement each other’s strengths and weaknesses.
- How diversity, both in terms of demographics and thought, is crucial for a healthy and successful team.
- the need for a culture of trust and an environment where team members feel comfortable challenging each other.
- The introduction of The Alchemie Network, a procurement platform that aims to connect professionals and provide tools for personal and professional development.
Chapters
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- 00:00 – Introduction and Background
- 04:13 – Building Strong Teams
- 14:20 – The Evolution of Procurement
- The Evolution of Procurement – 27:54
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