In this CIPS Futures podcast mini-series brought to you by the CIPS ANZ team, CIPS Australia & New Zealand general manager Charlotte Payne hosts Julia Pickworth and Richard Windeyer, co-heads of the Australian Public Service Commission's Procurement and Contract Management (PCM) Profession, launched in 2024. What is the PCM Profession and why now? How will the initiative drive capability to accelerate the professionalisation of the workforce? And what is Julia and Richard's vision for the future of Australian procurement and contract management professionals?Plus, ever thought of buying submarines and robots? Public sector procurement might be the place for you...Further reading:About the Australian Public Service Commission's Procurement and Contract Management ProfessionCIPS welcomes the announcement of Procurement and Contract Management as a professional streamCIPS ANZ regional hubMake CIPS your career companion - become a memberHave you seen the new and improved CIPS Professional Register? The directory shares the professional status of procurement and supply chain practitioners around the world, and you can now personalise your profile with specialisms and expertise.Check out your listing on the Professional Register