Procurement Magazine January 2026 Issue 49 | Page 27

THE PROCUREMENT INTERVIEW

“ By leveraging data more effectively, we can proactively engage suppliers with reliable information”

John Cully, Chief Procurement Officer, Amey
competitive and achievable,” continues John.“ It also means using clear pricing and contractual models that allow us to mobilise quickly to an established plan and deliver exactly what we have promised to our customers.”
Long-term, stable supplier relationships create the conditions for investment in innovation and decarbonisation. A partnership with Speedy Hire, for example, has seen Amey replace petrol and diesel-powered equipment with electric alternatives – a major step forward when it comes to reducing emissions.
“ That kind of progress is only possible when suppliers are in it for the long term, not just offering the lowest cost,” states John.
By embedding ESG into its procurement and commercial strategy, Amey is strengthening its ability to win work and build lasting, sustainable partnerships.
For John, this is what procurement with purpose looks like in practice: a strategic function that drives business growth, enables innovation and creates positive impact.
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