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CPO Outlook 2026

October 14 & 15, 2026

Hotel Birger Jarl | Stockholm

Two days of genuine connections, peer learning, and the warmth of Nordic hospitality. Join us for inspiring conversations and lasting friendships.

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Limited places for Nordic and beyond CPOs and Teams. Join two days of transformative peer discussions, strategic insights, and meaningful connections.

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When
Oct 14–15, 2026
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Where
Stockholm, Sweden
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Who
CPOs & Teams
Why CPO Outlook Matters
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CPO Outlook 2025 was extremely well-organized and impactful. Inspiring and planted seeds of ideas—there is no fixed path moving forward and everybody is seeking theirs. Sharing at the conference gives input and guidance.

Nordic Procurement Director
CPO Outlook 2025 Attendee
What Makes Us Different

This Isn't Another Conference

  • Peer-to-Peer Focus
    Roundtables designed for genuine exchange, not sales pitches. Choose discussions that matter to your strategy.
  • Nordic Excellence
    Meet CPOs and procurement professionals from leading organizations— nowhere else offers this level of knowledge and openness.
  • Research-Driven
    Sessions informed by our annual survey of procurement professionals, addressing real challenges you're facing.
  • Lasting Connections
    From informal dinner receptions to intimate discussions, build relationships that extend beyond the event.
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Two Intensive Days

A Program Designed for Maximum Impact

CPO Outlook 2026 will bring together Nordic procurement professionals for two days of keynotes, peer-led roundtables, and hands-on workshops. Full agenda coming in spring 2026— built on insights from our 2025 surveys, attendee feedback and latest procurement research.

  • Choose Your Sessions: Multiple roundtable discussions running in parallel—you select the topics most relevant to your challenges
  • Real Cases, Not Theory: Learn from Nordic CPOs and Leaders sharing what actually works in their organizations
  • Deep-Dive Workshops: Focused sessions where you tackle specific challenges with peers and experts
  • Evening Networking: Informal dinner reception—because the best connections happen beyond the sessions
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What to Expect

  • Day 1 Opening keynotes, multiple roundtable sessions, evening reception with dinner
  • Day 2 Panel discussions, focused workshops, closing keynotes (~15:00 finish)

Popular Topics (Based on 2025)

  • AI & GenAI in Procurement
  • Supplier Risk & Resilience
  • Sustainability & ESG Strategy
  • Transformation & Change Leadership
  • From Strategy to Execution

Full 2026 agenda coming spring 2026
Built on feedback from attendees and insights from our annual Nordic procurement surveys

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2025 Faculty

Learn from Procurement Leaders

CPOs, Directors, and procurement experts from the region's most respected organizations. Nowhere else brings together this caliber of experience.

Michael Hansén

Michael Hansén

Chief Procurement Officer
SEB
Lisa Lidén

Lisa Lidén

Procurement Director
SSAB
Linda Grubbström

Linda Grubbström

Head of Strategy & Purchasing Way
Scania
Gunnar Büchter

Gunnar Büchter

Executive Director, Global Head of Sustainability
Yanfeng
Arjan de Jong

Arjan de Jong

Director, Global Procurement Solutions
Vattenfall
Vicky Kavan

Vicky Kavan

Director
The Hackett Group
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Expert Organizations 2026

Partnering with Industry Leaders

Leading organizations that support the Nordic procurement community and contribute to meaningful discussions at CPO Outlook.

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Nordic Procurement Intelligence

CPO Outlook brings research to life. Our events are grounded in ongoing surveys, webinars, and insights from the Nordic procurement community—explore the data driving the conversations.

Annual Survey

Insights from 144 procurement leaders across 128 Nordic companies reveal what's working, what's not, and where the function is heading.

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Expert Webinars

On-demand sessions with industry leaders covering everything from AI in procurement to supplier relationship management strategies.

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Featured Articles

Deep-dive analyses and practical frameworks from behavioral science perspectives on organizational change and strategic procurement identity.

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Spring Focus Days gathering up to 30 procurement leaders and companies for peer and expert insight exchange. Rated 5.5/6 in 2025.

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October 14–15, 2026 • Stockholm

Ready to Join CPO Outlook 2026?

Limited seats available for senior procurement professionals. Connect with peers, explore cutting-edge strategies, and shape the future of Nordic procurement together.

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