In this episode of Powering Procurement, host Sian Lloyd is joined by Dominic Hastings, Chief Procurement Officer at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

With a career spanning public and private sectors - from the Foreign Office to NATS and now leading procurement at one of the UK’s most influential regulators - Dominic brings a wealth of experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management and team leadership.

Together, Sian and Dominic explore:

• How to build and sustain high-performing procurement teams in fast-changing environments

• What the UK’s procurement reform means in practice, and how to embrace the new freedoms

• The role of digital transformation in creating space for strategic impact

• Why procurement’s voice must be heard in the language of business, not just procurement

• The opportunities (and realities) of AI for procurement professionals today

From Oxford PPE graduate to global development, consultancy and now regulatory leadership, Dominic’s career is a testament to curiosity, adaptability and a passion for people. This conversation shines a light on why procurement remains such a rewarding and impactful profession.