Episode 2 - Procurement in a volatile world with Michael DiSabato

Michael DiSabato, a 30-year veteran in the protein industry and founder of HighLine Consulting, reveals how procurement is evolving from a cost-centric function to a strategic powerhouse capable of transforming your entire supply chain. In this episode, Michael shares why traditional procurement tools like spreadsheets and legacy ERP systems are still prevalent, and why that's holding companies back in today’s volatile markets. Discover how long-term planning, supplier relationships, and macroeconomic signals, like tariffs and weather patterns, can make or break your bottom line when unpredictability hits. He breaks down the critical role of data analysis, trust-based supplier partnerships, and innovative pricing strategies such as fixed versus formula prices that can safeguard your margins.