THOMAS UDESEN
TOP 10 – INFLUENTIAL CPOs
THOMAS UDESEN
TITLE: CPO COMPANY: BAYER EMPLOYEES: 101,369 CEO: BILL ANDERSON FOUNDED: 1863
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With a career spanning more than 30 years, Thomas Udesen has built a legacy in procurement, defined by his unwavering commitment to sustainability. As CPO at Bayer, he has played a key role in transforming procurement practices to align with environmental and ethical standards.
Thomas co-founded the Sustainable Procurement Pledge( SPP) to embed the UN Sustainable Development Goals into procurement by 2030, advocating for industry-wide collaboration. Under his leadership, Bayer has become a founding member of the Together for Sustainability initiative and has committed to significant emissions reductions through the Science-Based Targets initiative.
A strong believer in action over theory, Thomas champions procurement as a force for good, urging professionals to leverage their decision-making power to drive change. His leadership in decarbonisation and sustainable sourcing continues to inspire procurement professionals worldwide, cementing his position as a top influencer in the industry.
36 April 2025