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Supplier Diversity: From Checking the Box to Driving Business Strategy

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Part I: Building Business Cases and Driving Momentum. Supplier diversity programs are something many procurement professionals in the United States (U.S.) But since its inception more than 50 years ago, supplier diversity programs have spread beyond public procurements and now many privately held U.S.

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CPO Spotlight: Rachel Scarrett

Procurement Heads

We spend about a billion pounds each year through our supply chain of approximately 500 suppliers. Procurement and supplier management are carried out by separate teams under my leadership. This is why supplier relationship management is a particular passion of mine.

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Procurement Metrics: Key Performance Indicators for Success

Empowering CPO

Procurement metrics can cover a wide range of aspects, from cost-saving measures to supplier performance, and are crucial for making data-driven decisions. They help to highlight areas of improvement, streamline operations, and ultimately contribute to the overall success of the business. That’s where KPIs come in.