Sushmita Bawari | ProcureCon East

Sushmita Bawari

Sushmita Bawari

Senior Director Direct Material Procurement Entegris

September 28, 2026

1:30 PM Panel In The Round: Navigating Tariffs On A Global Scale: Building More Resilient And Efficient Supply Chains

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 

5:00 PM Interactive Roundtables – Practitioner Led Conversations (1 Round Of 30-Minute Discussions)

Pull up a seat for interactive, peer-driven conversations focused on what's really happening today. Learn from experienced leaders, trade insights with fellow attendees, and explore shared challenges in a collaborative setting. These roundtables are all about honest discussion, fresh ideas, and learning from each other.


1) Retaining Star Power: Fostering Internal Growth And Ongoing Development  

Wendy Rocco, Director of Procurement: Indirect, Associated Materials 


2) Don't Be Held Hostage: Sticking To Your Guns In Renewal Conversations To Maximize Value

Keith Bazinet, Associate Director, Global Procurement, Biogen


3) Sourcing In Regulated Industries: Breaking Down Unique Category Management Challenges

Jason Miller, VP - Strategic Sourcing Manager, Fulton Bank


4) Finding The Right Balance: Creating A Training Plan That Develops Both Tech Skills And Procurement Strategy

Raj Joshi, Head of Procurement, Pacira Biosciences


5) Instructions Not Included: Working With Stakeholders And Vendors To Build New Tools That Fit Existing Processes 

Jason Alexander, Director of Procurement and Industrial Engineering, StockX


6) It All Depends On The Company: Addressing Data Issues According To Company Size And Maturity Level

Brian DeCaires, Supervisor, Nuclear Procurement, PG&E


7) Contracting Under Pressure: Rethinking Your Contracting Process In Today's Evolving World

Michelle Thompson, Manager, Indirect Procurement, Global Procurement, Panasonic


8) You Can Never Be Too Prepared: Staying On Top Of Vendor Offerings For Smarter Negotiations

Sushmita Bawari, Senior Director Direct Material Procurement, Entegris

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Sushmita.

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