International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference – Mumbai

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A leading global platform where cutting-edge supply chain strategies meet visionary innovators.

June 1 Conference

Venue: Taj Lands End, Mumbai

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400+ Delegates - Procurement & Supply Chain Professionals

40+ International Speakers
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About

IPSC 2024, Mumbai

The International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference (IPSC) 2024 is an electrifying union of global business luminaries from the world of logistics, procurement and supply chain – from CEO’s to global heads to investors – all joining hands to push progress and ignite innovation in the world of supply chain across diverse industries.

The IPSC Mumbai conference is set to play a crucial role in reinforcing India position itself at the forefront of economic innovation through a comprehensive supply chain transformation.

One of the most promising events in recent times, the International Procurement and Supply Chain Conference, which is Blue Ocean’s signature event, has garnered wide appreciation and popularity since its inception in 2014.

At its core, IPSC Mumbai is a non-profit initiative, meticulously designed to catalyze transformative change across the supply chain and procurement landscapes in India through the strategic and financial support acquired from the IPSC conferences.

Attendees At-A-Glance

WHO CAN YOU EXPECT?

Attendees At-A-Glance

WHO CAN YOU EXPECT?

IPSC Mumbai
A Must-Attend Event

Happening for the first time in India, IPSC Mumbai opens a myriad of growth opportunities for India’s supply chain growth and transformation.

Build Strategic Alliances

Expand your network by building strategic relationships with inspirational and influential figures from the industry.

Gain Invaluable Insights

Discover eye-opening, actionable strategies that you can implement to improve your own supply chain operations.

Shine Under the Spotlight

Stand under the spotlight to highlight your significant contributions to the advancement of supply chain and logistics practices in India.

Power-Packed Panel Discussion

Bharat Mart: Empowering Indian SMEs to Rise from Local to Global

Alignment with ‘Make in India’ initiative to transform India into a global manufacturing hub
Impact of Bharat Mart on the Indian supply chain: leveraging efficiency & agility
Strategic role of Bharat Mart in strengthening India-UAE bilateral trade ties
Diving into the unprecedented opportunities and benefits

UAE-India Trade Winds: Pushing the 'Make in India' Voyage to Global Heights

How is a UAE gateway for Indian products and a support system for ‘Make in India’ initiative
Strategies and platforms offered by UAE to promote Indian SMEs
Diversifying India's export portfolio through the UAE gateway
How UAE’s investments in India is boosting India’s manufacturing infrastructure and supply chain

India’s Supply Chain Awakening: Rise of a New Leader

Factors leading to India’s growth as a supply chain hub
Sectoral opportunities and challenges for India’s SCM landscape
India's competitive edge in the global market: key strategies
Embracing India’s supply chain potential with skilled workforce

Carbon Footprint Reduction in Indian Supply Chains

- Mapping India’s carbon footprint; identifying emission drivers
Addressing sector-specific challenges and solutions
Prioritizing sustainability and resilience in supply chains
Helping India achieve net zero goals: Role of corporates

Managing the Dynamic Business World with Agile Procurement Processes

Current scenario; Challenges faced by procurement professionals
Ways in which procurement professionals can adapt to the evolving trends
Innovative methodological practices to optimize Sourcing Process
Digital transformation to address the procurement challenges

E-commerce Boom: A Boon for the Logistics Sector

Overview of India’s e-commerce expansion – growth factors
Addressing last-mile delivery challenges: technological solutions
Scope of distribution and diversification of services for retailers
and manufacturers
Innovations to meet customer - centric expectations and experiences

SCOR D: A Game Changer for Supply Chain Resilience & Customer Value Creation

Redefining supply chain value and resilience with SCOR D
Responding faster to disruptions through SCOR D enabled technologies
SCOR D functions in driving customer value creation
Upskilling to adapt to the changing technological landscape

Women As the Change Leaders in Logistics

Strategies to promote gender diversity in logistics workforce
Overcoming hurdles to maintain work-life balance and flexibility
Leadership styles of women in crisis management
Developing critical skills for promoting women in logistics

Engaging Keynotes

Bharat Mart: Gateway for Indian Goods to the Global Market

Empowering "Make in India" initiative on the world stage
Key features of the Bharat Mart
Impact of Bharat Mart on India – UAE bilateral trade ties
Diving into the unprecedented opportunities and benefits

UAE–India Trade Ties: A Launchpad to Catapult the ‘Make in India’ Initiative

How is the UAE a gateway for Indian products and a support system for ‘Make in India’ initiative
Role of UAE’s Investment in India's Manufacturing Sector
Diversifying India's export portfolio through the UAE gateway

Predictive Analysis: The Future of Inventory Management

Predictive analysis vs traditional forecasting
Technologies behind predictive analysis (AI, ML and big data analytics)
Understanding the benefits and possible challenges

Empowering SMEs through Supply Chain Integration in India

Benefits of Supply Chain Integration for SMEs
Different models of integration for SMEs
Affordable and accessible technology solutions for SMEs

Mastering the Art of Project Management in Supply Chain

Supply Chain Management: Project Management – the key connect
Core skills for ensuring supply chain efficiency and competitiveness
Project management best practices for supply chain management

Balancing Environmental Sustainability & Supply Chain Resilience

Balancing resilience and sustainability in supply chain
Best Practices to build a resilient and sustainable supply chain
How trained and skilled workforce will help in achieving this balance

Global Manufacturing Epicenter: Evaluating the Shift from China to India

Key factors driving this shift from China to India
India’s strength and opportunities as a manufacturing hub
Future trends and implications – what lies ahead?

AI for Supply Chain Transparency and Traceability

AI application in different stages of supply chain management
Digital proficiency to support widespread AI adoption in India’s supply chain
Recommendations for policymakers and businesses for AI adoption: Success stories

Controlling the Semi-Conductor Availability Risk in Auto Industry

Root causes of semiconductor shortages; impact on auto industry
Strategies for diversifying the source of semiconductor supplies
Alternative technology or materials to reduce auto industry's reliance
on traditional semiconductors

India’s Role in Reshaping Global Supply Chains

Global factors driving the reshaping of supply chains
Strategic partnerships for global supply chain diversification
Strong need for creating a trained supply chain workforce

IPSC Awards 2024 Mumbai

The IPSC Awards are designed to shine a spotlight on those organizations that are making significant contributions to the advancement of supply chain and logistics practices in India. Whether you are a veteran in the field, a rising star, or an organization making waves in supply chain and logistics, we invite you to be part of this exciting journey.

Excellence in Supply Chain Innovation
Excellence in Procurement Practices
Outstanding Supply Chain Collaboration
Excellence in Talent Management
Sustainable Supply Chain of the Year
Tech Innovation in Supply Chain Award

Our Eminent Speakers

Michael Proffitt

Former CEO
Dubai Logistics City Management
& Board Member of Dubai World Central

Sourav Ganguly

Former President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) & Former Captain - India Cricket Team

Dr. Sathya Menon

FCIPS, FCLIT, FCMI, CPM, CICCM, CISCM, CERTIFIED SAP CONSULTANT - SCM

Group CEO
Blue Ocean Corporation

Douglas Kent

Executive Vice President,
Corporate and Strategic Alliances at Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
Former Managing Director –Advisory, PwC

Ajay Singh

VP – Supply Chain Management,
Hindustan Platinum
Board Member of Studies and Former HOD (SCM),
Universal Business School
Former GM – Materials Management & PPC, Ericsson India

Ramit Mahajan

Head - Customer Experience Supply Chain IMEA,
Henkel
Former Head of Supply Chain, SABIC Former SCM Manager, GE

Michael Proffitt

Former CEO
Dubai Logistics City Management
& Board Member of Dubai World Central

Sourav Ganguly

Former President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) & Former Captain - India Cricket Team

Dr. Sathya Menon

FCIPS, FCLIT, FCMI, CPM, CICCM, CISCM, CERTIFIED SAP CONSULTANT - SCM

Group CEO
Blue Ocean Corporation

Douglas Kent

Executive Vice President,
Corporate and Strategic Alliances at Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)
Former Managing Director –Advisory, PwC

Ajay Singh

VP – Supply Chain Management,
Hindustan Platinum
Board Member of Studies and Former HOD (SCM),
Universal Business School
Former GM – Materials Management & PPC, Ericsson India

Ramit Mahajan

Head - Customer Experience Supply Chain IMEA,
Henkel
Former Head of Supply Chain, SABIC
Former SCM Manager, GE

John Ellis

Chief Operating Officer
Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Chief Executive Officer of Middle East Aerospace
Former Commercial Director – Fujairah International Airport

Rachit Rungta

Head – Central Supply Chain (Consumer Products) & Head – Network Planning, Reliance Retail
Former Assistant Executive Director, Dalmia Cement (Bharat)
Former Sr. General Manager – Supply Chain, Havells India

Abdul Azeez

Group Chairman,
Blue Ocean Corporation

Manoj Yermalkar

Head of SCM – ACG Engineering Limited, Pune, India
Former General Manager, SCM, Praj Industries Limited, Pune, India

Vipin Vaidyanathan

Senior Director and Head of Consulting - Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Head of Business Excellence –DMCC
Former Assistant VP, Process Consulting - HSBC ME

R. Balkrishnan

Director- Corporate Planning Technology, Diversification & Global Expansion Portfolios

John Ellis

Chief Operating Officer
Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Chief Executive Officer of Middle East Aerospace
Former Commercial Director – Fujairah International Airport

Rachit Rungta

Abdul Azeez

Group Chairman,
Blue Ocean Corporation

Manoj Yermalkar

Head of SCM – ACG Engineering Limited, Pune, India
Former General Manager, SCM, Praj Industries Limited, Pune, India

Vipin Vaidyanathan

Senior Director and Head of Consulting - Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Head of Business Excellence –DMCC
Former Assistant VP, Process Consulting - HSBC ME

R. Balkrishnan

Director- Corporate Planning Technology, Diversification & Global Expansion Portfolios

Grant Swanepoel

Regional Lead, Global Channels and Alliances Middle East & Africa - Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)

Mohammed Al Ali

Managing Director & Head of GTB sales Global Transaction Banking- Dubai

Srinivas Rao V

Co founder & CEO, Auklet
Former Country Head India & SAF, Logitech Electronics

Sudipta Chatterjee

Program Director - Procurement and SCM at Blue Ocean Corporation
Former General Manager – India Carbon Limited
Former Head of Zonal Service Operations – Bharti Airtel

Nikunj Desai

Head - Global Supply Chain, ACG Worldwide
Former Head Engg Sourcing & Stores, CEAT Tyres

Percy Jal Engineer

Senior Director – Academics at Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Country Manager - Sharaf DG

Grant Swanepoel

Regional Lead, Global Channels and Alliances Middle East & Africa - Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM)

Mohammed
Al Ali

Managing Director & Head of GTB sales
Global Transaction Banking- Dubai

Srinivas Rao V

Co founder & CEO, Auklet
Former Country Head India & SAF, Logitech Electronics

Sudipta Chatterjee

Program Director - Procurement and SCM at Blue Ocean Corporation
Former General Manager – India Carbon Limited
Former Head of Zonal Service Operations – Bharti Airtel

Nikunj Desai

Head - Global Supply Chain, ACG Worldwide
Former Head Engg Sourcing & Stores, CEAT Tyres

Percy Jal Engineer

Senior Director – Academics at Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Country Manager - Sharaf DG

K. Rajan

Executive Vice President
ITD Cementation India Limited

Dr. Rajesh Bhandari

Senior Director – Academics at Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Sr. GM - Kuwait Auto Parts Imports Company
Former Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager - Mercedes Benz India

Venkataramana Murthy Gadepally

Head - Logistics & Warehousing, Liebherr India
Former VP – Supply Chain, Nandan Petrochem
Former Deputy GM – Logistics & Planning, Bosch India

Saju Augustine

Director Of Operations – Blue Ocean Academy, Kochi, India
Former Head of SCM - Adidas Emerging Markets, MENA
Former Regional Lead (Demand Planning) – Kodak NE

V S Ramachandran

CFO – Blue Ocean Corporation Former Head of Corporate Planning & Quality – Emarat
Former Executive Director - TUF Commodities DMCC

Saurabh Srivastava

Head of Supply & Growth Planning Apparel – Flipkart
Former Supply Chain Strategy Consultant – EY

K. Rajan

Executive Vice President
ITD Cementation India Limited

Dr. Rajesh Bhandari

Senior Director – Academics at Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Sr. GM - Kuwait Auto Parts Imports Company
Former Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager - Mercedes Benz India

Venkataramana Murthy Gadepally

Head - Logistics & Warehousing, Liebherr India
Former VP – Supply Chain, Nandan Petrochem
Former Deputy GM – Logistics & Planning, Bosch India

Saju Augustine

Director Of Operations – Blue Ocean Academy, Kochi, India
Former Head of SCM - Adidas Emerging Markets, MENA
Former Regional Lead (Demand Planning) – Kodak NE

V S Ramachandran

CFO – Blue Ocean Corporation
Former Head of Corporate Planning & Quality – Emarat
Former Executive Director - TUF Commodities DMCC

Saurabh Srivastava

Head of Supply & Growth Planning Apparel – Flipkart
Former Supply Chain Strategy Consultant – EY

Krishnan Subramaniam

International VC – Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, UK
Former Strategic Advisor – Transworld Group of Companies, UAE

Rajiv Bhattacharya

VP - Strategy & Projects, V-Trans (India)
Former CEO - V-Xpress

Vikram Idnani

President - Chief Information Officer, Landmark Group, India
Former Sr. VP/Head – IT, Reliance Retail

Mayur K.

Head of Customs & Foreign Trade Operations, BASF India
Former Head - Export and Import Operations, BASF India

Vivek Sarbhai

Sr. Director - Supply Chain & EHS, Thermofisher Scientific, India & Middle East
Former Director - Customer Service & Logistics , Mondelez Middle East & Africa

Sandeep Pratap

Head of Procurement, Eveready Industries India
Former Regional Lead - Raw Materials Procurement, UPL (Asia Pacific Region)

Krishnan Subramaniam

International VC – Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, UK
Former Strategic Advisor – Transworld Group of Companies, UAE

Rajiv Bhattacharya

VP - Strategy & Projects, V-Trans (India)
Former CEO - V-Xpress

Vikram Idnani

President - Chief Information Officer, Landmark Group, India
Former Sr. VP/Head – IT, Reliance Retail

Mayur K.

Head of Customs & Foreign Trade Operations, BASF India
Former Head - Export and Import Operations, BASF India

Vivek Sarbhai

Sr. Director - Supply Chain & EHS, Thermofisher Scientific, India & Middle East
Former Director - Customer Service & Logistics , Mondelez Middle East & Africa

Sandeep Pratap

Head of Procurement, Eveready Industries India
Former Regional Lead - Raw Materials Procurement, UPL (Asia Pacific Region)

Anupam Shrotary

Head of Supply Chain & Operations - Kimberly Clark Professional, South Asia & Thailand
Former Head - Factory Supply Chain, Nestle

Vivek Gaurav

Director – Operations, Cipla Health Ltd
Former Head – Planning & Logistics for Export Markets & Trade Compliance (ME, Asia & Africa), General Mills

Ashish Tripathi

General Manager - Global Sourcing, Logistics & Agency, TORM
Executive Member Supply Chain – Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Indian Chamber of Commerce

Sanjam Sahi Gupta

Director - Sitara Shipping
Founder - MaritimeSheEO
Executive Board Member – World Maritime University

Harjeet Joshi

Former Chairperson and Managing Director at The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd.

Saleha Shaikh

Founder & Head, Women's Wing - The Maritime Union Of India
Founder & CEO - Dynamic Marine Solutions, Turkey

Anupam Shrotary

Head of Supply Chain & Operations - Kimberly Clark Professional, South Asia & Thailand
Former Head - Factory Supply Chain, Nestle

Vivek Gaurav

Director – Operations, Cipla Health Ltd
Former Head – Planning & Logistics for Export Markets & Trade Compliance (ME, Asia & Africa), General Mills

Ashish Tripathi

General Manager - Global Sourcing, Logistics & Agency, TORM
Executive Member Supply Chain – Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Indian Chamber of Commerce

Sanjam Sahi Gupta

Director - Sitara Shipping
Founder - MaritimeSheEO
Executive Board Member – World Maritime University

Harjeet Joshi

Former Chairperson and Managing Director at The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd.

Saleha Shaikh

Founder & Head, Women's Wing - The Maritime Union Of India
Founder & CEO - Dynamic Marine Solutions, Turkey

Dhara Lakhwani

Associate Director- Global Ocean & International Transportation AMEA, Kellanova (Kellogg’s India)
Former Regional Logistics Manager – Mondelēz International

Nitin Joshi

Head of Warehousing & Logistics – Fabindia
Former GM – Supply Chain, Future Supply Chain Solutions Ltd

Maj Shubhra Agrawal

Global Lead IT Supplier Relationship Management – State Street

Anil Tentu

CEO – APIS AP Innovation Society, Dept. of IT, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh
Former Project Director, Dept of Rural Development, Govt of AP
Former Consultant – IBRAD for World Bank Project – APCFM

Harjeet Joshi

Former Chairperson and Managing Director at The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd.

Saleha Shaikh

Founder & Head, Women's Wing - The Maritime Union Of India
Founder & CEO - Dynamic Marine Solutions, Turkey

Dhara Lakhwani

Associate Director- Global Ocean & International Transportation AMEA, Kellanova (Kellogg’s India)
Former Regional Logistics Manager – Mondelēz International

Nitin Joshi

Head of Warehousing & Logistics – Fabindia
Former GM – Supply Chain, Future Supply Chain Solutions Ltd

Maj Shubhra Agrawal

Global Lead IT Supplier Relationship Management – State Street

Anil Tentu

CEO – APIS AP Innovation Society, Dept. of IT, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh Former Project Director, Dept of Rural Development, Govt of AP Former Consultant – IBRAD for World Bank Project – APCFM

Harjeet Joshi

Former Chairperson and Managing Director at The Shipping Corporation of India Ltd.

Saleha Shaikh

Founder & Head, Women's Wing - The Maritime Union Of India
Founder & CEO - Dynamic Marine Solutions, Turkey

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A leading global platform where cutting-edge supply chain strategies meet visionary innovators.

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About

IPSC 2024, Mumbai

Attendees At-A-Glance

Attendees At-A-Glance

IPSC Mumbai A Must-Attend Event

Build Strategic Alliances

Gain Invaluable Insights

Shine Under the Spotlight

Power-Packed Panel Discussion

Engaging Keynotes

IPSC Awards 2024 Mumbai

Our Eminent Speakers

Michael Proffitt

Sourav Ganguly

Dr. Sathya Menon

Douglas Kent

Ajay Singh

Ramit Mahajan

Michael Proffitt

Sourav Ganguly

Dr. Sathya Menon

Douglas Kent

Ajay Singh

Ramit Mahajan

John Ellis

Rachit Rungta

Abdul Azeez

Manoj Yermalkar

Vipin Vaidyanathan

R. Balkrishnan

John Ellis

Rachit Rungta

Abdul Azeez

Manoj Yermalkar

Vipin Vaidyanathan

R. Balkrishnan

Grant Swanepoel

Mohammed Al Ali

Srinivas Rao V

Sudipta Chatterjee

Nikunj Desai

Percy Jal Engineer

Grant Swanepoel

Mohammed Al Ali

Srinivas Rao V

Sudipta Chatterjee

Nikunj Desai

Percy Jal Engineer

K. Rajan

Dr. Rajesh Bhandari

Venkataramana Murthy Gadepally

Saju Augustine

V S Ramachandran

Saurabh Srivastava

K. Rajan

Dr. Rajesh Bhandari

Venkataramana Murthy Gadepally

Saju Augustine

V S Ramachandran

Saurabh Srivastava

Krishnan Subramaniam

Rajiv Bhattacharya

Vikram Idnani

Mayur K.

Vivek Sarbhai

Sandeep Pratap

Krishnan Subramaniam

Rajiv Bhattacharya

Vikram Idnani

Mayur K.

Vivek Sarbhai

Sandeep Pratap

Anupam Shrotary

Vivek Gaurav

Ashish Tripathi

Sanjam Sahi Gupta

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