Kevin S. Floyd

Building a resilient supply base isn't just a strategic move; it's a lifeline when navigating today's turbulent supply chain waters, ensuring the ability to weather storms both figurative and literal while maintaining supply continuity and the ability to pivot as the changing supply landscape demands. In this presentation, Kevin Floyd, Deputy Chief Procurement Officer for the City of Atlanta, will delve into the city’s ongoing journey toward building a resilient supply base, drawing from the invaluable lessons gleaned from the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Explore strategies for: 

• Evaluating your supplier network to find critical categories and areas to focus on expanding the supply base 
• Creating depth within these critical supply categories to mitigate risks and foster adaptability within the procurement process 
• Focusing on attracting supplier partners whose goals and strategies align with your organizations’  
• Building a supplier mentorship program to help smaller companies develop the capabilities to be stronger and more valuable partners