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Your work deserves the spotlight.


Recognising the startups, corporate teams and individuals shaping the future of procurement and supply chain.


Applications close July 31.


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WHY APPLY

More than an award



Earn Industry Recognition


Receive independent recognition from respected procurement, supply chain and technology leaders, celebrating the innovation and impact of your work.

Take Center Stage


Selected finalists and winners don’t just receive a trophy. They showcase their work live on stage at DPW Amsterdam, inspiring thousands of industry leaders.

Become a Benchmark


Set the standard for what’s possible. Position your organization as a benchmark others look to for inspiration and best practices.

Celebrate Your Team


Recognize the people behind the transformation. Winning provides powerful validation for your team, your stakeholders and the impact procurement and supply chain deliver across the business.

AWARD CATEGORIES

Choose the category that fits your impact



FOR STARTUPS & SCALEUPS

Startup Awards


For ambitious procurement and supply chain tech companies building, scaling, and proving what comes next.

Early Stage Award
From MVP to $2M ARR
Growth Stage Award
From $2M to $10M ARR
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Digital Innovation Award


Recognizing procurement, supply chain, and operational teams driving measurable transformation through AI, automation, data, and technology.

newFor individuals

Influencer of the Year


Celebrating the creators, voices, and thought leaders shaping the conversation across procurement and supply chain.


JUDGING PANEL

Judged by industry leaders

Alison Jones

CPO Direct Materials

Philips
Alison Jones

Matteo Perondi

CPO

Bvlgari
Matteo Perondi

Christine Berg

CPO

Beiersdorf
Christine Berg

Jessica Nordlinder

CPO

Essity
Jessica Nordlinder

Jenna Van Thiel

Global Head of Procurement Excellence

Ferrero
Jenna Van Thiel

Andrea Sordi

Head of Global Procurement Indirect

DSM-Firmenich
Andrea Sordi

Hamideh Ahmadloo

Global Head of Strategic Supply

Sika
Hamideh Ahmadloo

Carla Baptista

Director Global Procurement Excellence

Apotex
Carla Baptista (1)

Sam Marko

Global Head of Procurement Digital Transformation, Data & Processes

Kenvue
Sam Marko

Carmo Ferreira Da Silva

Investment Manager

Bright Pixel
carmo

Michiel Junge

Partner

Deloitte
Michel Junge

Brad Hill

Partner

Emergency Software
Brad Hill

Mathias Bosse

Founding Partner

Prequel Ventures
Mathias-Bosse

Matthew Ziskie

Co-Founder

Buyers x Builders
Matthew Ziskie

Sheri Hinish

Founder

Supply Chain Queen
Sheri Hinish

Geraint John

VP Research

Zero100
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Nikhil Gaur

Director, Strategic Projects & Research Analyst

Spend Matters
Nikhil Gaur

Yober J. Arteaga

Doctoral Researcher

University of Manchester
Yober J. Arteaga

Ji Park

Partner

Deloitte
Ji Park

Jurriaan Lombaers

Former CPO

Air France-KLM
Jurriaan Lombaers

Bernard Hardy

Global Head of Indirect Procurement & Procurement Excellence

AkzoNobel
Bernard Hardy

Lauren Feery

CPO

Entain
Lauren Feery

TIMELINE

Key dates



JUL 31

Application
Deadline


AUG 3

Judging
Begins


SEP 7

Finalists
Announced


SEP 30

Finalist
Pitches


Startup Awards only

OCT 1

Awards
Ceremony


All categories



FAQ

Questions before you apply

Who can apply?

Applications are open to:

• Early Stage Award: Procurement and supply chain technology startups (MVP–$2M ARR)
• Growth Stage Award:  Procurement and supply chain technology scaleups ($2M–$10M ARR)
• Digital Innovation Award: Corporate procurement and supply chain teams
• Influencer of the Year: Individuals shaping the industry through thought leadership and content.

Which award category is right for me?

Choose the category that best reflects your work. Startups and scaleups should apply to the Early Stage or Growth Stage Awards. Corporate teams should apply for the Digital Innovation Award, while individuals can enter or be nominated for Influencer of the Year.

What happens after I apply?

Applications are reviewed by an independent judging panel of leading CPOs, investors, analysts, founders, and industry experts.

• July 24: Applications close
• August 3: Judging begins
• September 7: Finalists announced
• September 30: Startup finalists pitch live at DPW Amsterdam
• October 1: Winners announced live at the DPW Awards Ceremony.

Is there a cost to apply?

No. Applications to all DPW Awards categories are free of charge.

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the future of procurement and supply chain.

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