Kelvin Burnett

Sustainability in facility services isn't just about environmental responsibility; it can also lead to significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. This panel brings together leading experts to discuss how procurement can contribute to both environmental and financial goals within facilities management. Attendees will learn how to identify cost-effective green solutions, optimize resource utilization, and demonstrate the ROI of sustainable facilities practices. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Source sustainable products and services for facility operations 
• Reduce operational costs through sustainable facility service procurement 
• Demonstrate the financial and environmental ROI of sustainable facility service initiatives 

Ron Horner, Chief Procurement Officer, Novolex   

Tom Whitmore, Category Manager, Facilities and Real Estate – Hilti Group   

Stephanie Buntine, Senior Manager, Category Manager – Facilities, CAPEX & MRO – Bausch + Lomb 

Kelvin Burnette, Senior Sourcing Manager, Indirects –The J.M. Smucker Company 

Labor-related challenges can pose significant risks to facility operations and budgets. Experts will discuss strategies for navigating labor shortages, managing workforce costs, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Understand the current labor market dynamics impacting facility services 
• Mitigate legal and financial risks associated with facility service labor 
• Develop strategies for attracting and retaining top talent in facility services 

Kelvin Burnette, Senior Sourcing Manager, Indirects –The J.M. Smucker Company 

Daniel Wright, Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager Operations & Site Services – Corteva Agriscience 

These interactive roundtable sessions take a deep dive into key subject matter you came to learn about. Sit and learn in an intimate format from the speakers who have had an impact on their company and industry. Take control of your own event experience and don’t be shy! Ask questions (or answer them!) alongside other conference attendees who are dealing with the same challenges as you network with industry peers with very similar challenges, interests, and responsibilities. 

Topics: 

1. Supplier Consolidation 
2. Empowering Site Level Management - Kelvin Burnette, Senior Sourcing Manager, Indirects – The J.M. Smucker Company 
3. Globalizing Spare Parts Management - Hunter Cabe, Director, Global Procurement – MRO & Construction Materials – Walmart 
4. Preparing for OSHA Regulation Compliance 
5. Balancing Employee Preference with Cost Effectiveness - Jim Devenney, Procurement Manager, Indirects — Idahoan Foods 
6. Price Caps & Vendor Contracts - Brenda Wellwood, Sr. Analyst, Indirect Procurement - Blommer Chocolate Company