Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Category management has been added and embedded into the operating model. Also, on the development level, by operating across different work and cultural environments, often outside of core competencies and comfort zones, you can test, stretch and enhance your leadership skills.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Raw materials Category management Sustainability 130

SCMDOJO

APRIL 26, 2023

Category management is a procurement strategy that involves grouping similar products or services together into categories and managing them as a single unit. In this guide, we’ll explore the key principles of category management and how it can benefit your organization.

Category management 77

Category management Management Supplier relationship management supply chain software solutions 77

Barkers Procurement

JANUARY 16, 2023

This required commercial and procurement advisory from Barkers to implement the transition from a tactical procurement function to a more strategic Category Management structure. In addition, Barkers mentored client resource, affected knowledge transfer and provided advice and support to the client leadership.

Category management 52

Category management Procurement Contract management Procurement team 52

Procurement Heads

JULY 12, 2023

You’ve held many different leadership roles in a variety of sectors, what made you decide to experience multiple sectors rather than just focus on one? From a Leadership perspective, it’s really important to focus on getting your enablers right. That is when the leadership comes in as to how you then continue to thrive.

Leadership 130

Leadership Risk Suppliers Collaboration 130

SCMDOJO

APRIL 20, 2023

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with vendors, internal stakeholders, and senior leadership. Dr. Muddassir has received a PhD in Management Science from Lancaster University Management School.

Management 96

Management Procurement Contract management Supply Chain Optimization 96

Spend Matters

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

We have also seen a need for change in category management, which was also ranked among the top drivers of digital transformation in procurement. Additionally, nearly a third view category management as the top technological trend to implement in the coming year.

Procurement 100

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Category management e2e 100

Procurement Heads

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

From then, seeking a new challenge, I moved to LV= to IT procurement a couple of years later and didn’t look back until earlier this year when I was presented with a great opportunity to head up the non-Claims Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) team here at Allianz Holdings, after first TUPE’ing across at the start of 2020.

e2e 246

e2e supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain Chief Procurement Officer 246

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Tier-1 reporting is imperative to supply chain tier-mapping & organizational modeling, which is a priority area receiving increased attention by leadership teams. Leadership acceptance, technology budget, and enhanced procurement resources are the first steps towards addressing this not-so-secret secret. Dirty Little Secret #2–4.

supply chain budgeting 89

supply chain budgeting Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency e2e 89

ivalua

JUNE 29, 2021

These programs are as familiar to procurement professionals as concepts like spend analysis or category management. With all these discussions, research, and brainstorming, many things were a blur and much of the research and thought leadership has melded together in my mind. have accepted as a key element of procurement.

Business strategy 162

Business strategy Suppliers Strategy Ethics 162

Procurement Heads

DECEMBER 7, 2022

We have three key areas: strategic sourcing, category management and vendor management, which is the onboarding and management of our suppliers and so on. The two key functional areas are strategic sourcing and category management. Then we also have vendor management.

Strategic sourcing 246

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Vendor management Category management 246

SCMDOJO

JANUARY 26, 2024

Set Realistic Career Goals To build a successful career, establish achievable goals aligned with your aspirations, such as becoming a supply chain manager, logistics director, or category manager. Focus on Leadership Skills Leadership is crucial for advancing in your supply chain career.

Supply Chain Optimization 65

Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain Leadership Supply chain management 65

ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

is elevating the position to candidates by making them aware of the various aspects of Procurement beyond sourcing and category management. It’s critical to communicate how the function has evolved and the impact procurement professionals can have on a business’s success, particularly in a post-Covid world.

Supply chain resilience 242

Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 242

Spend Matters

APRIL 4, 2024

Our coverage also explores the latest thought leadership topics about procurement and supply, the technology that serves it and comparative analyses based on demos and the scoring of 500+ RFI requirements across 12 source-to-pay (S2P) categories that create our Vendor Ranking data.

Procurement 81

Procurement Risk management Raw materials supply chain software solutions 81

Spend Matters

JANUARY 5, 2024

Our coverage also explores the latest thought leadership topics about procurement and supply, the technology that serves it and comparative analyses based on demos and the scoring of 500+ RFI requirements across 12 source-to-pay (S2P) categories that create our Vendor Ranking data.

e2e 76

e2e Procurement supply chain software solutions Contract 76

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Roles in the negotiation process Procurement Training Course #3: Introduction to Category Management The objective of this course is to familiarize you with the process of Category Management and its administration. Category Management plays a vital role in every business, regardless of its size.

Cost of ownership 79

Cost of ownership Procurement Category management supply chain software solutions 79

Procurement Heads

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

From then, seeking a new challenge, I moved to LV= to IT procurement a couple of years later and didn’t look back until earlier this year when I was presented with a great opportunity to head up the non-Claims Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) team here at Allianz Holdings, after first TUPE’ing across at the start of 2020.

e2e 130

e2e supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain Chief Procurement Officer 130

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2020

The top 5 technical skills were, in order: Inventory Management, Project Management, Best Practice Knowledge, Computer Skills, and Risk Management. The top 5 leadership skills, or soft skills, were, in order: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Big Picture Future Planning, and Problem Solving.

Supply chain 98

Supply chain Supply Leadership Supply chain management 98

ivalua

APRIL 1, 2020

Consus partnered with Ivalua to lead the implementation and transformation effort at Intalere to drive cost savings, transparency and improved efficiencies across contracting and category management across the organization. About Consus.

Contract 147

Contract Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 147

Una

APRIL 18, 2023

Both sectors are about leadership and building relationships; both utilize technology to enable processes; and both can make a serious impact. Different types of leadership have emerged to meet the needs of very specific situations. In fact, best practices from the military can be utilized effectively in procurement.

Procurement 98

Procurement Procurement team Leadership Supply Chain Optimization 98

Supply Chain Game Changer

AUGUST 6, 2019

Commodity Management. Category Management. The number one reason is a lack of leadership. Any organization is a reflection of their leadership or lack thereof. In my experience the Category Managers in Retail are closest to this mentality. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Hey Procurement! Procurement.

Management 48

Management Procurement Category management Chief Procurement Officer 48

ivalua

APRIL 1, 2020

Consus partnered with Ivalua to lead the implementation and transformation effort at Intalere to drive cost savings, transparency and improved efficiencies across contracting and category management across the organization. About Consus.

Contract 130

Contract Sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain 130

The Procuretech Podcast

OCTOBER 23, 2022

From there, we talk about talent, strategic sourcing, direct category management, and the importance of leadership. “If From there, we talk about talent, strategic sourcing, direct category management, and the importance of leadership. “If

Strategic sourcing 40

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Category management Influencing 40

Barkers Procurement

DECEMBER 10, 2023

This was focused upon guidance and leadership, strategy setting and project prioritisation. Examples of this include Category Management, Innovation and Designated Funds teams within the organisation actively working in the group.

Strategic sourcing 52

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Collaboration Innovation 52

CPO Rising

JULY 19, 2023

Ardent Partners is a leading research and advisory firm that specializes in supply management. Ardent’s in-depth coverage includes market research, best practices, thought leadership and technology strategies and specific solution providers.

Procurement 40

Procurement Leadership Strategy Supply management 40

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

This results in better negotiation outcomes, improved quality, reduced costs, and enhanced overall value delivery.

Procurement 52

Procurement Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Procurement Software

APRIL 23, 2024

The platform is tailored for finance, procurement, and technology leaders, offering features like real-time data analysis, category management, and budget forecasting to drive strategic decisions across various industries. Key Data: Founder / CEO: Alex Grundy Date Founded: 2019 Visit Spendkey profile in our Software Finder 5.

supply chain software solutions 52

supply chain software solutions Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain budgeting 52

The Good Spending

APRIL 10, 2022

The problem with the category management process One of the most significant problems of the category management process is the lack of adaptivity. Once issued and approved, a category strategy hardens over time and transforms from a managerial instrument into a constraint.

Category management 52

Category management Management Strategy Innovation 52

Procurement Heads

JULY 19, 2023

Our organisation is up and running, we have Category Managers, and we have regional teams. ” What I did was build the first layer of my leadership team, we talked about our ambition and what we wanted to achieve. How much has changed for you professionally since your last Head2Head with us?

Real-time Visibility 130

Real-time Visibility Procurement Sustainability Import 130

Una

MARCH 14, 2023

Leadership Intrapreneurs are natural leaders who are able to inspire and motivate others to achieve a common goal. As Investopedia explains, “intrapreneurs may not face the outsized risks or reap the personal rewards of an entrepreneur, but they have access to the resources and capabilities of an established company.”

Procurement 97

Procurement Purchasing Innovation Risk 97

Procurement Heads

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

I have a team of 30 people with end-to-end category management responsibility. Procurement and supplier management are carried out by separate teams under my leadership. I also have accountability for the supply chain third-party management risk and environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Suppliers Supply chain Risk 130

Procurement Software

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Most team leadership roles require managing experienced professionals rather than operational or clerical staff. Does your procurement leadership encourage entrepreneurial thinking? Would you pay an admin assistant $55 an hour to fill out travel expenses or email managers to approve a new supplier intake form on Excel?

Procurement 59

Procurement Real-time Visibility supply chain software solutions Category management 59

ivalua

APRIL 12, 2019

Soft skills and leadership are key enablers for procurement teams and are as important as technological competence. But much of the talk had been around transactional or analytical work – did the panel see the scope for AI supporting more strategic work, such as category management and sourcing?

Procurement team 176

Procurement team Data Suppliers Contract 176

SCMDOJO

JULY 26, 2023

Introduction to Category Management Course: Based on films like “A Hijacking” and “Captain Phillips,” this course delves into the high-stakes world of category management. Dr. Muddassir has received a PhD in Management Science from Lancaster University Management School.

Negotiation 92

Negotiation Ethics Category management Supply Chain Efficiency 92

Una

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Gen X, also comparatively small, is not large enough to fill the leadership gap left by the Boomer generation. Beyond finding cost savings , group purchasing organizations can also help with category management, tail spend management, developing supplier relationships, running cost analyses, mitigating supply chain risks, and more.

Procurement 97

Procurement Procurement team Purchasing Risk 97

Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 25, 2022

He has been with Fannie Mae, the Federal National Mortgage Association, for nine years where he currently leads the strategic sourcing and category management group addressing a $5 billion spend portfolio. . He is a member of the advisory board for the world’s premiere global association for sourcing and procurement professionals.

Procurement 231

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 231

SCMDOJO

JULY 18, 2023

In this guide, we will explore the key benefits and importance of contract management in procurement and provide insights on how to implement effective practices. Read More: Category Management in Procurement: A Comprehensive Overview & Best Practices ] What is Contract Management?

Contract management 94

Contract management Contract Import Management 94

Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

It really depends on the role and seniority, but for mid-level, senior roles I typically look for someone who has a broad range of experience relating to different industries and the various aspect of procurement, such as category management, sourcing, contracting etc. The profession has evolved so much in recent years.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Risk management 130