Procurement in 2025: Building foundations for strategic supplier relationships in a changing world

Amy Worth, Director of Amazon Business UK and Public Sector Customers EU, shares her perspective on the challenges and opportunities shaping procurement in 2025

In a rapidly evolving global landscape, procurement is no longer simply concerned with cost savings and efficiency. Now, building resilient partnerships and maintaining shared values that can support long-term business goals are paramount.

What are the top challenges procurement leaders face when working with suppliers in 2025?

Procurement leaders today are navigating a complex environment shaped by digital transformation, supply chain volatility, and rising expectations around sustainability and transparency. One of the most pressing challenges is the digital mismatch between buyers and suppliers - while some organisations are embracing advanced technologies like AI and automation, others are still digitising their basic processes. This can create some friction, with 33% of UK procurement leaders cite suppliers’ inability to support digital procurement as a top challenge ...