The team at Siemens have transformed procurement to go far beyond its usual focus. The function’s “4D: The Future of Procurement” transformation focused on four key areas: pursuing value-add projects outside procurement’s traditional remit, fostering collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders, championing ESG and driving digitalisation initiatives across the enterprise. In the words of Siemens’ CEO: “They go the extra mile and push the boundaries of traditional procurement by actively listening to the needs of their stakeholders, by connecting people, moving discussions into action, and innovating at every stage.”