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Category Management in Procurement

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

In today’s dynamic business landscape, category management in procurement has become an essential weapon for procurement teams seeking to optimize spend, strengthen supplier relationships, and drive growth. This is where category management in procurement emerges as a game-changer.

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Category management is much more than strategic sourcing

Future Purchasing

Category management is the strategic end-to-end process for managing categories of related supplier spend that aligns business goals and requirements with supply market capability. Effective internal cross-functional working is the foundation of successful category management. Further reading.

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The Role of Managed Procurement Services in Supply Chain Optimization

Empowering CPO

Introduction In the dynamic world of business, the ability to effectively manage and optimize supply chains has emerged as a critical success factor. At the heart of this revolution lies a powerful tool that many companies are now leveraging to achieve competitive advantage: Managed Procurement Services.

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Procurement on the Thames: Ivalua’s London Summer Symposium

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Blog » Procurement on the Thames: Ivalua’s London Summer Symposium June 26, 2023 | | Thought Leadership by Eloise Barnum As businesses navigate through supply chain disruptions, high inflation, and sustainability initiatives, procurement, and supplier management has taken center stage in driving change.

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Walmart Supply Chain: Building a Successful Integrated Supply Chain for Sustainable Competitive Advantage

SCMDOJO

Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success. A well-optimized supply chain not only ensures efficient delivery and cost-effectiveness but also provides companies with a competitive advantage in the market.

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Procurement Playbook

Procurement Templates

Contract management: Procedures for drafting, negotiating, executing, and monitoring contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions, as well as regulatory requirements. I curate best book marks so you don’t need to hunt around!

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11 Tips to Take Your Supply Chain Career to the Next Level

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Embarking on a journey to elevate your supply chain career requires a strategic roadmap, and in this blog post, we unveil eleven proven strategies that will act as your compass to success. When I aimed to transition from a demand planner to a supply chain manager, I developed a five-year plan.