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Top 5 KPIs for Purchasing Managers

Precoro

The purchasing department plays a critical role in the success of an organization. Thought-out practices and well-managed workflows within the purchasing department are crucial for making sure that the company has the necessary resources available at the right time and at a reasonable cost.

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How Do We Stop Buying Planning Software the Wrong Way?

Supply Chain Shaman

“We are considering the purchase of Blue Yonder, Logility, Kinaxis, o9, or OMP. Companies that buy technologies from an RFP process have a high likelihood of ending up in this predicament. Buying planning software is a lot like buying a car. Would you ever buy an automobile for your wife using an RFP?

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Role-Based Training for Procurement & Supply Chain Teams

Procurement Academy

A generic approach to training is not the solution to the increasing range of challenges facing procurement teams. This leads to professional growth and supply chain efficiency – just two benefits of role-based training , of which there are many more. Alongside these skills, attention to detail and communication skills are paramount.

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How Do We Stop Buying Planning Software the Wrong Way?

Supply Chain Shaman

“We are considering the purchase of Blue Yonder, Logility, Kinaxis, o9, or OMP. Companies that buy technologies from an RFP process have a high likelihood of ending up in this predicament. Buying planning software is a lot like buying a car. Would you ever buy an automobile for your wife using an RFP?

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Your Guide to Understanding & Minimizing Inventory Costs (with Formula)

RFgen

Managing inventory costs is a constant struggle. Managing inventory costs is important because high inventory costs can erode the bottom line. On the other hand, optimized inventory levels can enhance it. On the other hand, optimized inventory levels can enhance it. Next is the cost of storing the inventory.

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Unlocking Success: Why Strategic Sourcing Is Important for Your Company

Precoro

As part of the larger procurement process, sourcing involves finding and evaluating suppliers for goods or services that need to be purchased. Sourcing tasks include sending out requests for proposals (RFPs), evaluating supplier bids, selecting vendor partners, negotiating contracts , and then managing supplier relationships.

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Procurement Synonyms: All The Words You Need to Know in 2023

SCMDOJO

Here is a list of some common procurement synonyms: Sourcing Acquisition Purchasing Buying Procuring Acquiring Obtaining Securing Obtaining Stocking Resourcing Attaining Gaining Fetching Obtaining Now let’s get into the meanings of some of these synonyms for procurement: 1.