There can be few better opportunities to learn about your products and your customers than seeing them in action in the hospital or clinic . Scott Schwartz from Philips recently had that opportunity at a hospital appointment , where he saw the global health technology company ’ s ultrasound systems being used first hand . As Chief Procurement Officer and Head of Sustaining Engineering at Royal Philips , he knows all too well how important their products are to people all over the world . “ The beauty of what we do here is that we make products and solutions which have a direct connection to our family and friends . Our products help them and other people around the globe improve or save their lives . That ’ s really inspiring and has motivated me throughout my career in medtech ,” says Scott , who has been recently appointed as Chief Procurement Officer at Philips , in addition to his Sustaining Engineering Lead responsibility . “ We help improve the workflows in hospitals , lower the cost of care and have a direct impact on society . That greatly contributes to my job satisfaction : it ' s all about helping people and improving their life and wellbeing . At some point of our life , we are exposed to our own products either ourselves or our family members , friends or colleagues are . That makes our task very real and puts a face to it .”