What makes indirect procurement a strategic driver and what are the steps in the transformation at ABB?
What are the challenges, trends and emerging technologies in indirect procurement?
What are ABB's current practices, experiences, and future plans?
What is the role of ESG in ABB’s procurement strategy for resilience and compliance?
Sven Eisel
Global Head of Indirect Materials and Services Procurement at ABB
As ABBs Robotics and Discrete Automation Global Head of Indirect Materials and Services Procurement, Sven Eisel brings over 18 years of experience leading diverse, cross-regional teams. He champions a people-first approach to procurement – powered by technology and driven by purpose. Specialised in digital transformation, sustainability, and operational excellence, he drives innovative procurement strategies on a global scale to elevate indirect procurement as a strategic business enabler.
Falk Eiling
Global Head of Events, Communities & Digital Media Creation at Unite
Falk Eiling is Global Head of Events and Digital Media Creation at Unite. With over 14 years of experience in procurement and marketing, he brings deep expertise in creating content-driven brand experiences. Previous roles include Head of Marketing and Product Management at Element System, Trade Marketing Lead at Kärcher, and Promotion Manager for KODAK. At Unite, he shapes global event strategies and impactful media content.
About ABB
ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation. We see our purpose as being to enable a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting our engineering and digitalisation expertise, we help industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. We call this: ‘Engineered to Outrun.’ We have around 110,000 employees worldwide and a history that stretches back more than 140 years.