In today’s volatile commercial landscape—marked by inflation, cost pressures, fractured supply chains, and political uncertainty—procurement leaders face a pivotal moment. The Transformative Procurement Annual Survey 2025 reveals how forward-thinking organisations are not just surviving, but thriving by turning challenges into strategic opportunities.

Procurement’s Evolving Role: Beyond Cost Savings

While cost savings remain a core focus, the most successful procurement teams are delivering far more. They’re driving resilience, innovation, and sustainability—and in doing so, elevating procurement’s reputation across the business.

This year’s report, developed by 4C Associates in collaboration with the University of Birmingham, offers a comprehensive health-check of your procurement function. It benchmarks your maturity against over 400 organisations and provides actionable recommendations to unlock greater value across your operating model.

The Value of Maturity: Real Numbers, Real Impact

The data is clear: every step up in procurement maturity doubles the value delivered. For example, an organisation with a £250m external spend could unlock £11.6m in additional annual savings by moving from “Progressing” to “Established.” For larger organisations, the potential returns are even greater.

Download the full report now to discover where your organisation stands—and how to accelerate your journey to best-in-class performance.

Transformative Procurement Annual Survey Report 2025 – Direct Download

Key Findings: What’s Holding Teams Back?
  • 29% of organisations lack a clear procurement strategy. Without it, teams struggle to align with business goals and deliver meaningful value.
  • Technology is a game-changer—but underutilised. Only 12% have a comprehensive digital roadmap, despite its potential to fast-track maturity and performance.
  • Misalignment is costing value. A staggering 75% report only partial alignment between procurement and strategic objectives—leading to siloed teams and missed opportunities.
Ready to Benchmark Your Organisation?

If you’re looking to understand your maturity level, compare against industry peers, or explore how to transform your procurement and supply chain function, contact: Paul Ireland, Manager, Research and Insights or  Allison Ford-Langstaff,  Partner at 4C.