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When it comes to navigating complex transformations in international procurement environments, experience matters. Theory is valuable, but there's no substitute for having actually led change initiatives across continents, cultures, and complex organizational structures.
That's exactly what you'll get when you join Sofia Macedo for our Change Foundations for Global Procurement Teams training program.
The Challenge: Change in Global Procurement Isn't Simple
Global procurement transformations are uniquely complex. You're not just implementing new processes or technologies—you're orchestrating change across different cultures, time zones, regulatory environments, and organizational structures. The psychological and strategic dimensions of change become exponentially more complicated when your teams are scattered across 42 countries (yes, Sofia has been there).
Most change management training treats these challenges as afterthoughts. Sofia's approach puts them front and center.
Meet Sofia: 8 Years of Real-World Transformation Leadership
Sofia Macedo brings over 8 years of hands-on experience leading large-scale transformation projects across industries, with a specialty that's particularly relevant to procurement professionals: making complex, global technology implementations actually work.
Her Track Record Speaks Volumes
Global SAP & Technology Implementations: Sofia has led change management initiatives for SAP, S/4HANA, Workday, and ServiceNow implementations—the exact types of transformations that procurement teams navigate regularly. She understands the unique challenges of getting global teams to adopt new procurement systems and processes.
Multi-Continental Experience: From SAP PLM implementations across multiple European locations to Oracle PLM rollouts in Latin America, Sofia has managed change across diverse cultural and operational contexts. She knows firsthand how change resistance manifests differently across regions and how to address it effectively.
Procurement-Relevant Expertise: Her experience harmonizing HR processes across 42 countries for major clients gives her deep insight into the standardization and process optimization challenges that procurement teams face daily.
What Makes Sofia's Training Approach Different
1. Psychology Meets Strategy
Sofia doesn't just teach change management frameworks—she helps participants understand the psychological dimensions of why people resist change, especially in international contexts. This is critical for procurement professionals who often face resistance when implementing new sourcing strategies or supplier management processes.
2. Real-World Application Focus
Every concept Sofia teaches comes with real examples from her experience leading actual transformations. When she talks about overcoming resistance to new procurement technologies, she's drawing from her experience with SAP and ServiceNow implementations, not textbook scenarios.
3. Global Perspective by Design
Having managed change initiatives across Europe, Latin America, and global organizations, Sofia understands that what works in one region may not work in another. Her training specifically addresses the cultural and operational nuances that procurement professionals encounter.
4. Practical Tools and Support Systems
Sofia specializes in "equipping leaders and teams with the tools and support needed to navigate complex transformations." This isn't about theoretical frameworks—it's about giving you actionable strategies you can implement immediately.
What You'll Gain from Sofia's Change Foundations Training
Deep Understanding of Change Psychology
Learn why procurement teams resist new processes, technologies, or supplier strategies—and how to address resistance at its root cause.
Strategic Visioning for Procurement Change
Develop the ability to create compelling visions for transformation that resonate with diverse, global procurement teams.
Practical Change Execution Framework
Master the tactical aspects of leading change in procurement environments, from communication strategies to readiness assessments.
Global Context Expertise
Understand how to adapt your change approach for different cultural contexts, regulatory environments, and organizational structures.
Interactive Learning Experience
Through Sofia's engaging discussions and hands-on activities, you'll practice applying change management concepts to real procurement scenarios.
Why This Training Matters Now
The procurement function is undergoing unprecedented change. Digital transformation, supply chain complexity, regulatory shifts, and evolving stakeholder expectations mean that procurement professionals need to become skilled change leaders—not just functional experts.
Sofia's training sets the foundation for this evolution. Whether you're implementing new procurement technologies, redesigning supplier management processes, or leading organizational restructures, the psychological and strategic principles Sofia teaches will be essential to your success.
Virtual Learning That Actually Works
Sofia's virtual training delivery combines the accessibility of online learning with the engagement of in-person instruction. Her approach ensures that participants across global teams can fully engage, regardless of their location or time zone constraints.
Ready to Build Strong Change Foundations?
If you're a procurement professional who needs to lead change with confidence—whether it's a technology implementation, process redesign, or organizational transformation—Sofia's expertise will give you the foundation you need.
This isn't just another training course. It's your opportunity to learn from someone who has successfully led the exact types of transformations you're likely to encounter in your procurement career.
Register Now for Change Foundations Training
Virtual sessions are currently open for registration. Limited seats available.
The Change Foundations for Global Procurement Teams training is part of Wonder Services' specialized program series, delivered in partnership with ISM. These programs combine real-world expertise with practical application to help procurement professionals excel in today's transformation-driven environment.
About Wonder Services
Wonder Services is a leading change management and transformation consulting firm specializing in global procurement excellence. Our trainers bring decades of hands-on experience leading complex transformations across industries and continents.
Learn more about our full training catalog at wonderservices.net/services/training-services
