Our Speakers
Svenja van Hove is a Strategic Buyer at Boll & Kirch Filterbau GmbH, where she is driving the digital transformation of procurement, currently focusing on the development of a modern supplier platform / SRM solution.
Previously, she worked as Central Procurement Manager at DocCheck, where she was responsible for group-wide procurement processes.
With her MBA and a clear, hands-on approach, she is considered one of the drivers of modern, digitally enabled procurement excellence.
With more than 25 successful years in the market, Unite (formerly Mercateo) is one of the key drivers of digital transformation in indirect procurement.
Chris Sonnemann has been actively shaping the evolution of e-procurement, platform models, and efficient P2P processes for eight years across various sales roles.
With deep expertise in supplier management and international integration projects, Chris demonstrates how companies can achieve measurable efficiency gains through marketplace models, supplier networks, and automated workflows.
Stefan Wiemers is a digital procurement expert at targetP, where he has been supporting companies since 2019 in the practical digital transformation of procurement, the design of modern eProcurement architectures, and the development of holistic supplier and risk management approaches.
He has independently designed, implemented, and rolled out technologies and solutions such as RPA, AI, advanced analytics, and S2C/P2P platforms (including eSourcing and eAuctions) on a global scale multiple times.
From 2013 to 2018, Stefan led group-wide procurement digitization at AGCO Corporation, including eSourcing as well as risk and supplier management. In 2015, he and the Strategy & Methods team were awarded the BME Award “Excellence in eSolutions” for this work. Prior to that, he served as Project Coordinator for eSourcing/eAuction and global supplier harmonization at the Benteler Group.
Dr. Elouise Epstein is a digital futurist, author, and Partner at Kearney in San Francisco. For more than 25 years, she has advised companies on building modern, digital procurement and supply chain strategies. With dry humor, historical references, and a clear, direct voice, she regularly speaks about resilient supply chains, digital and AI transformation, and the future of business.
She has published four books, including “How to hack your supply chain, breaking today, building tomorrow“, and her analyses significantly shape the international discourse on digital procurement. She also produces the YouTube series “GenXer vs. GenAI” and co-hosts the weekly podcast DualSourced Discourse.
Lisa Madynski has been with BASF Coatings since 2020 and brings extensive experience in process design and system optimization within procurement.
As a Global Process Approver, she supported the global rollout of S/4HANA.
Today, in Procurement Indirect Excellence, she drives the automation and strategic advancement of procurement processes — with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and digital transformation — laying the foundation for future-ready, AI-enabled procurement structures.
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Robert Schmidt is Head of Strategic Procurement & Fleet | CCO at HWP Handwerkspartner GmbH.
After holding senior positions at Big B. Bauunternehmen, Deutsche Wohnen, and BUWOG, he is now responsible for building a centralized, digitized procurement organization for the entire HWP Group.
With his focus on efficiency, scalability, and value creation, he positions procurement as a true business enabler and growth driver. He relies on data-driven decision-making, modern technologies, and close partnerships with suppliers.
Matthias Lothes is a Senior Product Manager at Mercanis and has played a key role in shaping the company’s product strategy and development since its founding.
He drives the digital transformation of procurement by developing data-driven solutions that simplify processes and deliver real value.
Before taking on his current role, Matthias worked in Business Development at Mercanis and in project procurement at Novem Car Interior Design GmbH, experiences that reflect his unique combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and innovative spirit.
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Timo is part of the new generation of procurement talent.
As a Project Manager in Strategic Procurement at GOLDBECK, he drives the further development of the procurement organization and is responsible for several strategy and digitalization initiatives across the group.
With experience from his time in consulting at Kerkhoff as well as hands-on procurement practice, he combines strategy, digitalization, and execution to help shape the procurement of tomorrow.
Johanna Kappius is regarded as one of the exciting emerging innovators in procurement. As a Project Manager for Procurement Excellence at GOLDBECK, she drives the digital transformation of the procurement organization and ensures that new technologies are applied in ways that create real value for the business.
Having gained hands-on experience early on during her dual studies, Johanna now actively shapes the transformation of procurement—representing a new generation that puts future readiness and innovation at the center of its work.
At just 23 years old, Nina te Uhle has already set key milestones for the future of procurement at BASF Coatings.
Today, in Procurement Operations & Excellence, she drives the advancement of strategic and digital initiatives.
Her focus lies on optimizing procurement processes, implementing AI-powered solutions, and executing a future-oriented P2P roadmap.
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Uwe Krepelin is a leading voice in procurement within the German energy sector.
For over 20 years, Uwe has headed the procurement function of the GASAG Group, shaping its strategic sourcing approach.
His focus lies on sustainable solutions, efficient processes, and the transformation of procurement in an industry undergoing profound change.
Philipp Eschenbach is VP Technology & AI at Mercanis with over 20 years of programming experience.
As VP Engineering at Berlin-based unicorn Uberall, Philipp scaled the tech team from 20 to over 100 developers, shaping one of Germany's fastest-growing start-ups.
Today, Philipp builds AI-powered procurement solutions at Mercanis.
Moritz Weiermann is COO and co-founder of Mercanis.
He built up the entire purchasing team at optilyz, gained extensive hands-on experience and was responsible for global operations at scoutbee.
With over ten years of experience, deep insight into the purchasing organisations of international corporations and a strong digital focus, he is considered an expert in the transformation of purchasing organisations.
Fabian Heinrich is CEO and co-founder of Mercanis.
Fabian founded Scoutbee and developed the company into a global market leader in supplier scouting with clients such as Siemens, Audi and Unilever.
With over ten years of experience in procurement, Fabian brings international experience from positions at Deloitte and Rocket Internet early digital, as well as in-depth industry knowledge of medium-sized companies and corporations.
