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Procurement 101: Your Essential Guide to Strategic Sourcing

World of Procurement blog

Procurement refers to the business processes involved in acquiring goods, services, and work from external suppliers. It involves identifying needs, sourcing potential vendors, obtaining quotes and proposals, negotiating contracts, selecting suppliers, managing relationships, and meeting obligations.

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The Big Interview with Ana Maria Velica

Procurement Heads

When did your interest in procurement and supply chain begin? I am an extrovert, so it was very easy for me to picture myself doing those negotiations with suppliers. How did you engineer your career path to the point you are now at as Head of Supply Chain? Why is that?

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The Future of Spend Analysis: Trends to Watch Out For

Empowering CPO

By embracing these trends, businesses can unlock a world of opportunities, drive cost savings, enhance supplier relationships, and ultimately achieve procurement excellence. These actions lead to improved negotiation power, reduced costs, and enhanced overall procurement efficiency.