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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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Top Competencies of Procurement Professionals

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

With the increasing complexity of supply chains and the growing importance of sustainability and social responsibility, the role of procurement professionals has become more critical than ever. Improve spend management by implementing a buying plan Effective spend management is crucial for any organization’s financial health.

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How to Implement a Strategic Sourcing Process

Una

How to Implement a Strategic Sourcing Process A play-by-play manual showing how to implement a strategic sourcing process that aligns with your organization’s goals, optimizes spend, and creates long-term value. By proactively addressing risks, organizations can safeguard their supply chains and drive efficiencies.

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Boosting Business Growth With the Help of a GPO

Una

Value-Creation Maestro You invest a bit more in fuel-efficient, low-maintenance vehicles with a longer lifespan. The value here isn't just held in the initial cost but in the total cost of ownership, environmental impact, and overall efficiency. The initial savings pale in comparison to the ongoing expenses.

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Cost Avoidance: The Invisible Procurement Performance Metric

Procurement Software

White space savings (freeing up someone’s time and increasing operational efficiency). This is especially true when looking at how the supply chain and the management of external suppliers can play a pivotal role in a company’s ESG goals. Process related savings that can’t be measured by direct reduction to headcount.

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Cost Avoidance: The Invisible Procurement Performance Metric

Procurement Software

White space savings (freeing up someone’s time and increasing operational efficiency). This is especially true when looking at how the supply chain and the management of external suppliers can play a pivotal role in a company’s ESG goals. Process related savings that can’t be measured by direct reduction to headcount.

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Supplier Performance Management: How and What To Measure

Planergy

If suppliers feel like you’re constantly criticizing them or looking for ways to reduce costs, they may be less likely to want to do business with you in the future. This includes things like cost per unit (CPU), the total cost of ownership (TCO), scrap/rework costs, etc. Aim for Continuous Improvement.