USA wars on a global scale , are looking at the procurement function . Such volatility has put unprecedented financial and supply chain risks on businesses , which is where procurement needs to be in driver ’ s seat .
On top of this , the ongoing digital disruptions impacting every industry , has resulted in increased pressure on businesses to transform their models . The procurement function must play a critical role in digital transformations of businesses , while also transforming itself . “ I believe these are significant challenges , but it makes our role in procurement very exciting and valuable at the same time ,” reflects Nirav Mehta , Vice President of Global Procurement at Edgewell Personal Care ( EPC ). Joining the business four years ago and appointed as Vice President in 2018 , Mehta ’ s diverse background in the consumer goods industry made him the perfect choice to take the business on its next stage of growth . Working for Coty , Avon and L ’ Oréal amongst others , he reflects that he joined “ this gem of a company ” due to its “ phenomenal culture ” and its “ collaborative and down-to-earth people .” With several
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