e& Recognised by CIPS for Procurement Excellence

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e& Recognised by CIPS for Procurement Excellence

e& has been recognised under the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Procurement Excellence Programme (PEP), reinforcing its commitment to world-class procurement practices, strong governance, and continuous improvement across its procurement operations.

The CIPS Procurement Excellence Programme is one of the industry's most respected organisational assessments, providing an independent evaluation of procurement capabilities against internationally recognised standards. The programme enables organisations to benchmark performance, identify areas for improvement, and establish a roadmap for long-term procurement excellence.

Through the assessment, e& has further strengthened its procurement function by enhancing its strategic approach to governance, supplier collaboration, risk management, and long-term value creation.

Khalid Murshed, Group Chief Operations Officer at e&, said digital transformation has become essential for modern procurement, enabling organisations to move beyond traditional processes and adopt more efficient ways of working.

He noted that by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), the company is allowing procurement professionals to spend more time on strategic negotiations and value creation, while also acknowledging the procurement team's agility and adaptability under the leadership of Saeed Al Zarooni.

Saeed Al Zarooni, Group Chief Procurement Officer at e&, said procurement plays a vital role in supporting innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable value creation across the organisation.

He added that participating in the CIPS Procurement Excellence Programme has provided valuable independent recognition of the company's procurement capabilities while identifying opportunities for further development and continuous improvement.

Sam Achampong, Regional Director for CIPS MENA, said organisations that invest in procurement excellence strengthen decision-making, improve supplier collaboration, and build the long-term capabilities required to support sustainable business success.

He noted that e&'s recognition highlights the important contribution procurement makes to organisational resilience, operational performance, and long-term growth.

The CIPS Procurement Excellence Programme evaluates organisations across several key areas, including procurement strategy, governance, leadership, supplier relationship management, sustainability, risk management, and value delivery. The internationally recognised framework is designed to help organisations embed global best practices while driving measurable improvements in procurement performance.