Eliminating Excel in Purchasing Logistics Negotiating Skills 
SCMDOJO
DECEMBER 29, 2024
Dive into our curated list of the top 12 blogs from 2024 that will elevate your supply chain knowledge and give you a competitive edge. However, it covers key differences between purchasing and procurement, explores common contract types, and emphasizes the importance of strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, and risk management.
Procurement Academy
APRIL 24, 2025
But the truth is, when these two functions join forces, the results can be game-changing: lower costs, faster responses, and a more resilient operation overall. This blog explores procurement vs supply chain strategy and looks at how aligning the two leads to operational excellence. The problem? It doesnt have to be that way.
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SCMDOJO
APRIL 11, 2025
Is inventory bloating your costs? Identify Bottlenecks & Opportunities: Quickly spot areas that are underperforming and need attention or areas where you’re excelling. Control Costs: Track value beyond just the purchase price and manage inventory effectively. Are you truly getting the best value?
Precoro
JULY 1, 2025
Definition: Vendor relations is a strategic practice of cultivating productive, long-term relationships with suppliers. When done right, it’s beneficial for both sides: vendors get a reliable client, while companies benefit from a stable supply chain, consistent product quality, better pricing, and room to grow and collaborate.
SCMDOJO
APRIL 11, 2025
With international commerce increasingly digitalized and customer requirements continuing to grow, the demands on supply chain professionals to create frictionless, responsive, and cost-effective operations have never been higher. Personalization is no longer the sole purview of marketing it’s also a logistics differentiator.
Jaggaer
MAY 8, 2025
I am a big believer in procurement getting involved as early as possible in new product development based on all the market knowledge available. The worst-case scenario is product engineering developing a new product, selecting a supplier and then telling procurement to get on with negotiation. How often do your purchase orders change?
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
This process is a fundamental part of any retail company, and it’s crucial to its success, as it allows them to respond to changing customer demands, reduce costs and increase profitability. Price; this needs to be competitive. By far the biggest cost is the Cost of Goods or COGS. Then we have in-store logistics.
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