Ron Guertin is Senior Manager of Indirect Sourcing at ZOLL Medical Corporation, where he is helping lead the transformation of indirect procurement across five global divisions. In this role, he focuses on establishing structure, governance, and strategic direction while driving high-impact initiatives across categories including contingent labor, travel, and facilities.
Ron brings more than two decades of experience in procurement strategy, category management, and transformation. He is passionate about applying strong category management fundamentals to unlock value, and increasingly leveraging advanced analytics and AI-enabled insights to accelerate decision-making and deepen category intelligence.
Known for his practical, results-oriented style, Ron has enabled hundreds of millions in savings and value creation by simplifying complex supplier ecosystems and aligning stakeholders around data-driven strategies. He is a strong advocate for elevating procurement’s role as a strategic business partner while building capabilities that deliver sustained impact.
September 28, 2026
1:30 PM Skills Seminar: Process Isn’t Everything: Using Market Learning to Create Better Business Outcomes
This is not a Category Management 101 session. Most procurement organizations already have a process. The harder question is whether that process uncovers anything the business doesn't already know.
Whether you manage one category, several categories, or an entire procurement function, this interactive session will challenge how confidently you understand your spend, your market, your strategic options—and whether you are truly paying the right price. Explore how market learning, including the Virtual RFI, can reveal new possibilities before a sourcing event begins and help Procurement improve the business decision—not merely complete the process.
Key takeaways:
- Challenging the assumption that category management is no longer relevant
- Assessing how AI tools can accelerate and strengthen strategy development
- Focusing on high-impact analysis instead of getting stuck in rigid processes
- Applying practical frameworks that work whether you're new to procurement or highly experienced
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Ron.
Download The Latest Agenda