Has sourcing raw materials become more difficult? Have unpredictable logistics and volatile feedstock markets caused budgeting nightmares?
Crude oil volatility means that purchasers from all chemical value chains have suffered budgeting challenges in recent years. With the US administration creating a lot of changes for the chemicals industry, involving trade relationships and laws, changing corporate taxation, energy priorities and the on-shoring of manufacturing, purchasing patterns will continue to be affected. Global geopolitics and supply/demand balances mean that stakeholders are adapting their approaches to contracts, whilst China’s environmental reforms are already affecting the global supply of a wide range of chemicals. The ever-changing trends in shipping, trucking and technology are forcing buyers to reconsider their logistical methods.
Make sure that you attend the 11th ICIS World Chemical Purchasing Conference to learn about adapting purchasing approaches in a volatile climate.
Confirmed Speakers
We have gathered together a number of highly respected professionals in the industry to discuss the latest challenges and opportunities in today's environment. Among our esteemed speakers and panelists are:
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September 6 - 7, 2018
A fresh and exciting agenda of hot topics, new speakers and key companies revealing how they plan to strategize for the next months and years to come. Global representatives, discussing both global and US-centric issues for purchasing. The agenda will address:
Adapting purchasing approaches in a volatile climate
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Advanced Purchasing Skills Training Course
September 4 - 5, 2018
The ICIS Advanced Purchasing Skills Training is a 1.5-day course designed for purchasing and supply chain professionals in the chemical industry. It will equip attendees to navigate successfully through the complex world of purchasing petrochemicals and their derivatives. Take advantage of this expert ICIS led training as a standalone option, or before you attend the conference.
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