James Thornton is Director of Global Sourcing and Category Management at Veralto, where he leads strategic sourcing and spend performance initiatives across platforms and operating companies. He provides leadership to category managers, drives sustainable supplier performance strategies, and champions ESG and supplier diversity efforts within Procurement and Supply Chain. Prior to Veralto, James served as Senior Director and Head of Global Procurement at National Instruments, and held senior supply chain leadership roles at Siemens, including Head of Supply Chain Management for the U.S. and Canada. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, James is a committed advocate for ESG advancement in manufacturing, with a strong track record of supporting supplier diversity through nonprofit partnerships and industry leadership.
September 28, 2026
1:30 PM Panel In The Round: Navigating Tariffs On A Global Scale: Building More Resilient And Efficient Supply Chains
In today's volatile global environment, supply chain stability can no longer be guaranteed. Having practical strategies that build resilient, agile supply chains is key to navigating disruptions caused by tariffs. In this workshop, procurement professionals will leave with a clearer framework for strengthening visibility, flexibility, and long-term resilience across their networks.
Key takeaways:
- Gaining a strong understanding of your supply chain networks to quickly identify potential risks
- Diversifying sourcing strategies to improve agility
- Forming strong relationships with suppliers to find solutions that benefit both groups
- Knowing when to pivot strategies in response to market, policy, or operational shifts
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining James.
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