The Modern Procurement Playbook
How procurement leaders turn buying power into a competitive advantage — and a better experience for the field.
About this episode
Procurement used to be a back-office function. Today it’s a strategic lever that shapes margins, schedules, and relationships.
We sit down with a VP of Procurement to talk about supplier relationships, data-driven buying, and making procurement a service to the field instead of a bottleneck.
A sharp conversation about turning purchasing into a genuine competitive edge.
“Procurement isn’t about squeezing suppliers. It’s about building relationships that make the whole project move faster.”
— Priya Nakamura, Summit National
Key takeaways
- 01How high-performing construction teams create real accountability.
- 02Why operational systems matter more as companies scale.
- 03Where technology actually creates leverage in the field.
- 04How leaders develop the next generation of construction talent.
Keep listening
Back to show
PreconstructionEP. 004Jun 16, 2026Preconstruction: Where Projects Are Really Won
Why the decisions made before a shovel hits the ground determine whether a project succeeds or struggles.
Watch Episode44 MINElena Ramos
Director of Preconstruction · Vanguard Group
- IndustryEP. 011Mar 10, 2026
The Economics of Equipment and Rental
Own or rent? A veteran equipment executive on utilization, cash flow, and the real math behind the fleet.
Watch Episode49 MINWalter Greaves
President · Cornerstone Equipment
LeadershipEP. 001Jul 28, 2026Building What's Next: The People Behind Construction's Future
What it takes to lead construction teams, adapt to a changing industry, and build organizations capable of winning the next decade.
Watch Episode42 MINJohn Smith
VP of Operations · Meridian Construction