Procurement Power, Unlocking M&A Success with John Troxel

M&A+: The Art After The Deal podcast

In this enlightening episode, we welcome John Troxel, a seasoned procurement expert, to discuss the critical role of procurement in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate spin-offs. John shares invaluable insights on the strategic importance of involving procurement early in the M&A process, the methodologies for extracting maximum value, and the nuances of standing up a new procurement team during these transitions.

What You Will Learn:

* The strategic value of focusing on procurement processes during M&A and spin-offs.

* The benefits of involving procurement teams early in the deal-making process to ensure seamless transitions.

* Real-world examples of value extraction through effective procurement strategies.

* Steps to establish a robust procurement team post-M&A.

* Analysis of common successes and pitfalls experienced during procurement phases of M&A.

* Specific challenges associated with IT procurement during corporate restructuring.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction to John - Overview of John’s extensive experience in procurement within M&A contexts.

2. Importance of Procurement in M&A - Discussing why procurement should be a focal point during mergers and spin-offs.

3. Early Involvement of Procurement - The advantages of integrating procurement expertise at the onset of deal negotiations.

4. Extracting Value Through Procurement - Practical examples of how procurement can drive value in M&A transactions.

5. Building a Procurement Team - Insights into the steps necessary for setting up a successful procurement department post-M&A.

6. Learning from Successes and Failures - John shares lessons learned from both successful integrations and challenging experiences.

7. IT Procurement Challenges - Discussing the particular difficulties faced when merging or splitting IT resources during corporate changes.

Guest Contact Information:

Connect with John on LinkedIn ((12) John Troxel | LinkedIn) to follow his insights and experiences in procurement and M&A.

Call to Action:

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Thank you for tuning in to "Procurement Power: Unlocking M&A Success with John." We hope this episode has provided you with valuable insights into optimizing procurement strategies during major corporate transformations.

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