Procurement Magazine, in association with Amazon Business, will hold a webinar on July 7, 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM BST, focusing on how AI is transforming supplier risk management. The session, AI-Powered Supplier Risk Management Strategies, comes as new data shows that 72% of trade professionals now rank US tariff volatility as the most disruptive regulatory change, up from 41% last year, yet fewer than 8% of firms have full visibility into their risk exposure.
The Thomson Reuters Global Trade Report 2026 highlights the growing pressure on procurement teams. Without full visibility, organizations suffer persistent, unexpected losses as reactive measures prove inadequate. Leading companies are shifting to structured, continuous risk programmes that use technology to anticipate disruptions before they hit operations.
Moving from reactive to predictive
Forward-looking procurement teams no longer depend on lagging indicators or manual supplier reviews. They use automated analytics to spot vulnerabilities in real time, shifting the focus from crisis response to pre-emptive risk mitigation. The webinar will outline how businesses can embed these capabilities into existing procurement workflows, converting early warnings into operational decisions that isolate weak points in the supply chain.
Teams can follow a structured approach to adopt these tools, such as the AI Learning Path for Procurement Specialists, which helps integrate automated analytics into day-to-day processes. By treating risk as a continuous, data-driven function, organisations protect themselves from severe financial and reputational shocks.
Experts leading the discussion
David Loseby, Professor of Research Impact in Supply Chain Management at Leeds University Business School
David is a senior executive and director with experience driving change across procurement, supply chain management, ESG/sustainability, and digital/AI environments. He has held high-impact global roles in pharmaceuticals, banking, FMCG, manufacturing, consulting, retail, aerospace, defence, healthcare, and government. As former Group CPO for Rolls-Royce, he designed a behavioural-science-based digital platform adoption strategy. He recently advised a FTSE 250 company on integrating sustainability into procurement and supply chain operations.
Mira Korhonen-Low, Chief Procurement Officer / Head of Procurement at Forenom
Mira has over 18 years of international operations leadership. She builds and transforms organizations, combining strategic vision with hands-on leadership. Her expertise spans strategic partnerships, commercial negotiations, global supply chain optimisation, and end-to-end business transformations. She also focuses on sustainable sourcing, upcycling, green transport, and decarbonisation.
Amin Moh, Director at Optis Consulting
Amin advises enterprises on modernising procurement and Source-to-Pay capabilities through strategy, operating model design, and technology. He has led global S2P transformations encompassing procurement strategy, supplier management, contract lifecycle, and AI-enabled operating models. He concentrates on balancing innovation with execution feasibility and measurable business outcomes.
Ashley Naughton, Head of Supply Chain & Manufacturing UK&I - Industry at NTT DATA
Ashley has over 25 years of experience in aerospace, automotive, and life sciences supply chains. He advises CSCOs and CPOs on supply chain and procurement transformation, driving process- and technology-led initiatives. Through alliance partnerships, he delivers operational resiliency, sustainability, and long-term value for organisations.
Why this matters for executives and strategy
The gap between those who treat risk as a continuous, data-driven function and those who react to crises will only widen. The July 7 webinar offers practical frameworks to harden supply chains against tariff shocks and other disruptions. Attendees will see how AI-driven early warnings can prevent costly bottlenecks and protect both revenue and reputation.
Executives looking to deepen their understanding of AI's strategic impact can explore additional resources on AI for Executives & Strategy.
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