VIC Branch - Unlocking AI Value in Procurement: Building on Digital Discipline Networking Event

The value of AI in procurement, starts with disciplined digital processes. Join the VIC Committee and your procurement peers to hear what they are thinking about their priorities when assessing technological investments and how driving greater spend under management and improving data quality through structured capture creates organizations that are ready for advanced analytics & AI use cases.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Thursday 6 November 2025

🕒 Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm (AEDT)

📍 Location: SAP Melbourne office - Level 23/28 Freshwater Pl, Southbank 3006

Event Programme:

4:30pm - Arrival, registration, drinks & nibbles available, networking commences
5:30pm - Welcome - CIPS Committee
5:35pm - Event Speaker - Vishal Gupta, Head of Finance and Spend
6:00pm - Networking
6:30pm - Event Closure

Event Speakers:

Vishal Gupta, Head of Finance and Spend - SAP Australia & New Zealand

As Head of Finance & Spend Management for SAP ANZ, Vishal leads the end-to-end cloud solution business encompassing S/4HANA Public Cloud, the Office of the CFO portfolio, SAP Ariba, and Fieldglass. He is accountable for driving customer and partner success, achieving regional revenue targets, and shaping the go-to-market strategy.​ 

With over 22 years of experience in sales, consulting, and delivering measurable results, Vishal has worked across diverse industries in both private and public sectors throughout the APJ region. His career blends deep business acumen with a passion for understanding customer goals and delivering tangible value.​ 

Vishal is committed to building enduring partnerships and broadening the conversation beyond traditional finance and procurement - addressing the strategic priorities of both CFO and CPO stakeholders. His focus is on unlocking enterprise potential, enabling transformation across the value chain, and driving sustainable business outcomes.​ 

Thank you to SAP for sponsoring this event, providing the venue, food and beverages.

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