Supply Chain Uncut

In this episode of the Supply Chain Digital Podcast, host Aaron McMillan sits down with Dean Bain, Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Coupa, to explore the intersections of leadership, macroeconomic volatility, and cutting-edge technology. Bain shares his unconventional career trajectory—transitioning from childhood dreams of being a pilot to leading supply chain software divisions —and discusses how transparency and trust form the bedrock of his leadership philosophy.

The conversation dives deep into the evolution of Artificial Intelligence at Coupa, specifically highlighting their always-on agentic AI framework.

Bain explains how AI has compressed data processing timelines from weeks to hours , allowing organisations to simulate scenarios and flag supply chain disruptions before they impact the bottom line.

Bain tackles the challenges of driving tech investments during cost-heavy global crises , shares his perspective on utilising AI to combat the climate crisis , and challenges a common industry misconception by explaining why modern supply chain networks are not as inherently resilient as we think.

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Supply Chain Podcast! In this episode, host Aaron McMillian sits down with Gregor Stuhler, a leading procurement technology expert and the visionary behind Scoutbee. Following Scoutbee's acquisition, Gregor has taken his mission to Coupa, leveraging their massive scale to transform the global supply chain.

In the third episode of the Supply Chain Podcast, Aaron McMillan, Senior Editor of Procurement Magazine and Supply Chain Digital, sits down with Rathna Sharad, the CEO and founder of FlavorCloud. As a visionary leader with decades of experience at the intersection of logistics and technology, Sharad shares her journey from building the foundational infrastructure of global trade to launching an AI-driven platform that simplifies cross-border shipping. The conversation delves into the necessity of seamless international commerce and how technology can bridge the gap between brands and global consumers.

The evolution of procurement from a back-office function to a strategic powerhouse requires a unique blend of curiosity and technical rigor. In the second episode of the Supply Chain Podcast, host Aaron McMillan sits down with Rob Turner, Director of Procurement and Supply Chain at Deliveroo (now part of the DoorDash group), to discuss his twenty-five-year journey through the industry. From his early days in manufacturing at PepsiCo to leading high-stakes digital transformations, Turner shares his philosophy on why standing still is never an option for modern leaders.

Host Aaron McMillan speaks with Abhijit Supekar, Senior Director of Global Supply Chain at Aeva, whose extensive cross-sector experience spans automotive, healthcare, industrial and advanced technology. With more than two decades of leadership in transformative operations, Supekar offers a clear-eyed perspective on what it truly means to build resilient supply chains in a world shaped by volatility.

In this episode, we dive into the evolving intersection of AI, machine learning, and the human element in global supply chains. Join John Ham, Global VP of Planning and Logistics at JTI, as he shares insights on how JTI has successfully integrated AI/ML into its operations while ensuring the human aspect remains central to driving success. From sales forecasting transformation to building trust in AI systems, John discusses the key leadership and change management strategies that have empowered JTI to improve forecasting accuracy, productivity, and supplier relationships, all while maintaining a human-centered approach. Tune in for a candid conversation on how technology and people can work hand-in-hand to navigate the complexities of modern supply chains.

Hello and welcome back to Episode 34 of the Supply Chain Podcast. Thank you for tuning in, don’t forget to come back every Friday for new episodes featuring leaders in the supply chain!

On this week's episode, we are joined by Katya Hall, Director of Enterprise Analytics at McKesson Corporation. For those who aren’t familiar, McKesson is a global healthcare company with the responsibility of pharmaceutical distribution in supply chains, health IT systems and care management tools.

Listen along to hear us discuss the importance of advanced data analytics in order to pandemic proof supply chains to avoid the challenges we faced due to COVID-19.

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Hello and welcome to Episode 33 of the Supply Chain Podcast. Thank you for joining us today, and don’t forget to come back every Friday for new episodes featuring leaders in the supply chain.

On this week's episode, I am joined by Colin Earl, founder and CTO of Agiloft. Agiloft is a product and solution provider for organisations in the supply chain, ranging from small enterprises to U.S. government agencies. Agiloft provides products for Contract Management Software, Service Desk, Custom Workflow all with the goal to assist automating operations. 

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Hello and welcome to the Supply Chain Podcast. Thank you for tuning in, don’t forget to come back every Friday for new episodes featuring leaders in the supply chain.

On this week's episode, I am joined by Bruce Dahlgren, CEO of MetricStream. MetricStream is the independent market leader in enterprise and cloud applications for Governance, Risk, Compliance and Quality Management.

We discuss risk and disruption management as part of everyday business considerations as we move into the recovery stage of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Hello and welcome to the Supply Chain Podcast. Thank you for joining us today, and don’t forget to come back every Friday for new episodes featuring leaders in the supply chain.

On this week's episode, I am joined by Mohneesh Saxena, the Senior Vice President of Product Strategy and Management at Locus. Locus is a global decision-making platform that automates human decision-making in the supply chain to provide efficiency, transparency and consistency in logistics operations.

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