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Procurement vs. Supply Chain Management: Differences, Challenges & Solutions

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Procurement and supply chain management are often used interchangeably—but in practice, the lines between them can blur in ways that create real friction. Misaligned priorities, siloed systems, and unclear ownership can directly impact key performance indicators like cost savings percentage and procurement cycle time.

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What About Procurement Objectives?

Procurement Templates

Sustainability and Compliance: Ensure procurement activities align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards and regulatory compliance. Implement Lean Procurement Practices: Use lean management principles to minimize waste and streamline procurement operations. projects you can follow the treasury green book.

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5 Procurement Industry Trends to Watch in 2025

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Staying on top of the ever-changing procurement landscape in 2025 is paramount to staying competitive. As the procurement industry and supply chains become more tech-driven and complex, one fact is clear: companies that embrace industry trends will be best positioned to thrive in the challenging procurement landscape of 2025 and beyond.

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Leveraging Lean Procurement

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Have you ever been asked to “do more with less” in procurement? Perhaps the size of your team has been reduced, your function’s operating budget has been cut, or there is an organization-wide drive to eliminate waste and increase efficiency. Running a procurement function on a tight budget.

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Talent Spotlight: Andrew F. Smith

Procurement Heads

Andrew’s career started in supply chain and M&A roles in Unipart Group, before moving to Royal Mail where he was part of the procurement leadership team that transformed the function, achieving CIPS Gold accreditation in the process. Most procurement and supply chain professionals are adept at keeping an open mind.

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Talent Spotlight: Andrew F. Smith

Procurement Heads

Andrew’s career started in supply chain and M&A roles in Unipart Group, before moving to Royal Mail where he was part of the procurement leadership team that transformed the function, achieving CIPS Gold accreditation in the process. Most procurement and supply chain professionals are adept at keeping an open mind.

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The Big Interview with Ana Maria Velica

Procurement Heads

When did your interest in procurement and supply chain begin? Here I am, 18 years later having led major procurement transformations in three international companies: British American Tobacco, Heineken and Nestle. How did you engineer your career path to the point you are now at as Head of Supply Chain?