CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the most senior executive position in an organization and is responsible for making strategic decisions, managing financial resources, setting operational goals, and leading a team of employees and executives. As such, they are essential to any procurement process. The CEO should have the ultimate decision-making authority when it comes to choosing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and utilizing budget resources. Their expertise in business strategy and negotiations can be invaluable when dealing with vendors and other stakeholders.