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The Big Interview with Lorna Baker

Procurement Heads

We are having to become much more agile in our approach because suppliers are less willing to hold their pricing. I’m passionate about working in collaboration with the supply chain and allowing for constructive conversations so that we’re doing all we can to ensure the best value for money for our customers.

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Redefining the Value Proposition of Procurement

Una

For Director of Global Sourcing for Medline Industries Brian Chaplin, being a sourcing hero means listening, learning, and taking action. The people that I think are heroes are able to put aside what they think and truly listen to buyers, purchasing managers , and senior managers, and really learn from those individuals.

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A Gameplan for Procurement Transformation

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

Initiatives that prioritize environmentally friendly practices, fair labor, and responsible sourcing improve brand reputation and mitigate potential legal and reputational risks. These insights enable data-driven decision-making, negotiation strategies, and risk mitigation, leading to more informed procurement choices.

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The Big Interview with Lorna Baker

Procurement Heads

We are having to become much more agile in our approach because suppliers are less willing to hold their pricing. I’m passionate about working in collaboration with the supply chain and allowing for constructive conversations so that we’re doing all we can to ensure the best value for money for our customers.