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Manufacturers Should Focus on This Most Critical Component for Manufacturing Operations Excellence

GlobalTranz

We conclude this two part series about manufacturing operations excellence by consultant Chuck Intrieri, by outlaying why manufacturers should focus on a critical component that will help sustain manufacturing operations excellence for years to come. What is Driving Sustainable Manufacturing Operations Excellence? Work centers?

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What Does a Procurement Manager Do? Job Description and Requirements

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As a procurement Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in overseeing the purchasing and procurement process for a company or organization, making sure they get the best bang for their buck. Additionally, procurement managers must stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in order to make informed purchasing decisions.

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7 Strategic Performance Business Practices with 3PL KPIs and 4 KPI Problems to Solve

GlobalTranz

At times, both parties agree to remuneration for Kaizen Blitz events, Six Sigma problem solving. Six Sigma Quality and problem solving are necessary for Continuous Improvement. At the performance review employees think they have done excellent work but their manager gives them a low rating at their annual appraisal.

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10 Must-Watch Negotiation Movies: Master the Art of Persuasion with These Gripping Films

SCMDOJO

These films were chosen to inspire and educate both aspiring negotiators and seasoned procurement managers. As the evidence against Roman grows, he takes hostages to buy time while he investigates. We are aware that watching films on negotiation may be both educational and enjoyable, making the learning process fun and successful.

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The Ultimate Guide to Contract Logistics: What You Need to Know

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It boasts excellent infrastructure, including well-connected harbors, well-educated people, and multilingual capabilities, making it an international logistics hotspot. While it possesses the buying power of a large corporation, NUNNER focuses on providing tailor-made solutions to its customers.

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Podcast: Susie Bodnar on the CSCMP and the New Directional Shifts in Supply Chain

Requis

She is a 15-year logistics veteran, educator, consultant, and an active volunteer with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP). While at LeanCor, a 3PL provider and educational organization, I was mentored by CEO Robert Martichenko. Edge is very educational, it’s not just a tradeshow.

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How to Get a Job in the Supply Chain Sector

Logistics Bureau

For example, a member of the sales team could apply to become a purchasing agent, based on her experience of negotiating sales deals. If you have the ability, time, and money for tertiary education, that’s really good. Purchasing Agent. This post requires a good head for figures as well as excellent negotiation skills.