As AI agents evolve from simple chatbots to autonomous decision-makers, who is actually calling the shots in your supply chain? Discover how the balance of power is shifting in 2026 as Jared Petras explores the high-stakes intersection of human intuition and agentic AI. Recorded live in Chicago, this session features Jared Petras, Procurement Lead at Lio, tackling the most debated question of the year: is the future of procurement human-led or AI-automated? As we navigate the complexities of 2026, the traditional role of the procurement officer is being redefined by "Agentic AI"—systems capable of negotiating contracts, auditing ESG compliance, and predicting disruptions before they happen. Jared provides a masterclass on how to integrate these autonomous agents without losing the essential human oversight required for ethical and sustainable sourcing. He dives deep into the "Human-in-the-Loop" (HITL) model, explaining how Lio is leveraging AI to handle the heavy lifting of data analysis while freeing up human talent for strategic relationship management and high-level problem-solving. Key insights include: The Rise of the Autonomous Agent: How 2026 became the year AI moved from "assisting" to "executing" in the procurement lifecycle. Ethics and Accountability: Who is responsible when an AI agent makes a procurement error? Navigating the legal and moral landscape. The New Skill Set: Why "prompt engineering" is out and "agent orchestration" is in for the modern procurement professional. Driving Sustainability with AI: How autonomous agents are identifying carbon leakage in Tier 3 suppliers that human audits missed. Whether you are looking to automate your workflow or safeguard your career against AI displacement, this session offers a definitive look at the collaborative future of procurement. The US Summit: Sustainability Stage 2026