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Top Competencies of Procurement Professionals

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

Improve spend management by implementing a buying plan Effective spend management is crucial for any organization’s financial health. It involves optimizing procurement processes and reducing costs while maintaining the quality of goods and services.

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How to Implement a Strategic Sourcing Process

Una

It’s a systematic and collaborative way to identify, evaluate, and optimize the acquisition of goods and services that meet your organization’s objectives while minimizing costs and risks. It considers the total cost over the product or service's entire life cycle, including maintenance, warranties, and potential hidden expenses.