ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

From this discussion, we compiled a list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that to improve, build, and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come. But building an agile, resilient supply chain doesn’t happen overnight; it requires forethought and planning.

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Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 130

ivalua

MARCH 16, 2021

They discussed the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on Procurement and came up with this list of 8 critical supply chain management activities that can help Procurement teams build and maintain supply chain resilience now and in the years to come.

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Supply chain resilience Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain supply chain budgeting 130

Procurement Software

JANUARY 26, 2025

Increasing inflationary cost pressures, more supply chain disruptions, and the imperative for more transparency to satisfy Corporate Social Resposibilty (CSR) directives, or recent legislation in countries like Germany and Norway. Category Managers will be freed up to spend more time on execution rather than data gathering.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Category management 52

Procurement Heads

OCTOBER 26, 2022

We are essentially set up across four key pillars: Category management and sourcing P2P Supplier management assurance and audit Sustainability. The economic volatility disrupting supply chain and price pressures I’m sure are not unique to G4S. What are the challenges that you and your team currently face?

Supply Chain Efficiency 246

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Sustainability Suppliers 246

Procurement Tactics

AUGUST 25, 2022

In 2022, he was awarded the Special Mentioned Individual Award by Supply Chain Asia for his contribution to the national emergency procurement for the Covid-19 operation. Furthermore, He was voted by Supply Chain Digital as one of the top 10 procurement executives worldwide. Trillion budget. . Rajeev Karmacharya.

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Procurement Supply Chain Optimization supply chain budgeting Agile and Lean Supply Chain 231

Jaggaer

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By selecting and developing the right suppliers and establishing streamlined, transparent communication with them, manufacturers gain the agility and resilience to respond to customer demands, rise to the top, and navigate disruptions more easily. Decision-makers must plan supply chain resilience strategies for a wide range of risk scenarios.

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Suppliers Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain 52

Procurement Heads

DECEMBER 7, 2022

We have three key areas: strategic sourcing, category management and vendor management, which is the onboarding and management of our suppliers and so on. The two key functional areas are strategic sourcing and category management. How does procurement fit into Paysafe and the business model?

Strategic sourcing 246

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Vendor management Category management 246

SCMDOJO

JUNE 28, 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the supply chain industry as more and more women are choosing careers in this traditionally male-dominated field. This rise of women in the supply chain is not only breaking gender barriers but also bringing a fresh perspective and new ideas to the table.

Supply Chain Optimization 93

Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply chain 93

NLPA (Next Level Purchasing Association)

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In today’s dynamic business landscape, category management in procurement has become an essential weapon for procurement teams seeking to optimize spend, strengthen supplier relationships, and drive growth. This is where category management in procurement emerges as a game-changer.

Category management 52

Category management Management Procurement Supplier relationship management 52

SCMDOJO

AUGUST 16, 2023

Among these strategies, the role of supply chain capability stands out as a key factor in driving success. A well-optimized supply chain not only ensures efficient delivery and cost-effectiveness but also provides companies with a competitive advantage in the market.

Supply Chain Efficiency 98

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization Supply chain 98

Positive Purchasing

MARCH 4, 2025

By Jonathan OBrien with Stphane Morel In the ever-evolving landscape of procurement and supply chain management, category management remains a cornerstone. However, as technology advances and digital solutions become more integrated, the approach to category management is also transforming.

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Category management Strategy Management Collaboration 52

Future Purchasing

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Category management is the strategic end-to-end process for managing categories of related supplier spend that aligns business goals and requirements with supply market capability. Effective internal cross-functional working is the foundation of successful category management. Business requirements.

Category management 59

Category management Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Sourcing 59

Spend Matters

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

That placed new commitments on the company in addition to all of the other challenges everyone was facing at the time such as a focus on growth, innovation and operational excellence. This meant that implementing one of the full end-to-end spend management suites was not feasible from a cost and change management perspective.

Influencing 103

Influencing Procurement supply chain budgeting Strategic sourcing 103

ivalua

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Food service leader digitizes procurement to drive efficiency, transparency and effective supplier management as it accelerates global expansion. Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC) is a chain of fast food restaurants with a worldwide store network of more than 5,000 stores.

Supply Chain Efficiency 26

Supply Chain Efficiency Chief Procurement Officer Procurement Networking 26

Procurement Heads

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

For Procurement Heads ’ latest CPO Spotlight, Magdalena spoke with Rupert Gaster about why she chose to complement her procurement career with end-to-end supply chain roles and what drives her curiosity. Category management has been added and embedded into the operating model.

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Raw materials Category management Sustainability 130

ivalua

APRIL 13, 2021

Unlocking Supplier-Led Innovation. Supplier-led innovation can help increase margins, accelerate time to market and differentiate products/services to capture market share. Digitize to enable effective collaboration across more suppliers and categories. Ensuring Supply Chain Agility.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Collaboration 130

Sourcing and Supply Chain

JUNE 24, 2021

Category Management is the concept of the Retail industry that helps for better management as well as sales of a similar category of product by bundling the same. It results in specialization in category for a buyer and ends up in a better deal with saving time, resources, and money.

Category management 52

Category management Management Procurement Market analysis 52

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Stepping out of the shadow of the past few years, procurement leaders are having to rapidly master the art of supply continuity as organizations undergo major changes that demand more agility, innovation, and collaboration to survive. . Map Your Sub-tier Supply Chain. Build a Solid Data Foundation.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Supply Supply chain 130

Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.

Supply Chain Efficiency 72

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Category management 72

ivalua

JUNE 2, 2016

For those of you who are executives in Supply Chain, Procurement or New Product Introduction/Development, this is a must read. Challenges in this new manufacturer/supplier partnership Burton cites include: Risk management. Challenges in this new manufacturer/supplier partnership Burton cites include: Risk management.

Supply Chain Efficiency 113

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement supply chain software solutions Supply chain 113

Procurement Heads

JANUARY 4, 2023

As a Buyer at British Airways, I bought a range of different categories from engineering spares to airport services. I joined KPMG in their supply chain practice and spend the next 16 years on consulting assignments in a smaller firm. We need cost efficiency internally and cost-effectiveness with our suppliers externally.

Supply Chain Efficiency 246

Supply Chain Efficiency Agile and Lean Supply Chain Sustainability Suppliers 246

Procurement Tactics

JANUARY 8, 2023

It can also help drive sustainability initiatives in your supply chain and procurement process. . The Closed Loop Spend Management. Innovation – These are new ways for businesses to become agile and resilient through digital accelerators, automation, variable cost structures, and talent acquisition for the future. .

Sustainability 207

Sustainability Procurement Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Optimization 207

Jaggaer

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

These include risk management and resilience in a volatile world. Companies want to avoid or mitigate disruptions to the supply chain and manage stranded assets. Procurement stands at the center of several competing aims and objectives: cost savings, compliance, reputation, innovation, finance and supply chain resilience.

Leadership 52

Leadership Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability 52

SCMDOJO

APRIL 3, 2022

They are far more convenient than conventional discussions and negotiations, providing procedural integrity and transparency while also lowering final prices owing to enhanced supplier competitiveness. Digital bidding, or eAuctions, are a more efficient way of negotiating with vendors in the international market. Macfarlane, 2017).

Supply Chain Efficiency 141

Supply Chain Efficiency Bidding Procurement team supply chain software solutions 141

Spend Matters

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Risk reduction is especially important in the supply chain, where leaders are focused on supply and supplier transparency to assess vulnerabilities. We have also seen a need for change in category management, which was also ranked among the top drivers of digital transformation in procurement.

Procurement 114

Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Category management e2e 114

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 31, 2019

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Brand Protection – The Definitive Role of the Supply Chain! A while ago, we blogged about how more Startups are looking to Supply Chain Management to boost their productivity as they scale. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Getting it funded is harder.

Supply Chain Efficiency 72

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Supply chain management Supply chain management 72

Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Procurement is a function that is undergoing an exciting transformation in the majority of global value chains; simultaneously, within its own strategy, process, and technology. Subscribe Here! Email Address. Featuring Our 12 Best Procurement Articles! It’s time to air our dirty laundry.

supply chain budgeting 89

supply chain budgeting Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency e2e 89

Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Since I graduated, I’ve always worked in procurement and supply chain across both indirect and direct categories, across different geographies and also worked as a Consultant delivering transformational projects.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Risk management 130

Procurement Heads

APRIL 26, 2023

I studied procurement and obtained a Master’s degree in supply chain and international procurement. Since I graduated, I’ve always worked in procurement and supply chain across both indirect and direct categories, across different geographies and also worked as a Consultant delivering transformational projects.

Agile and Lean Supply Chain 130

Agile and Lean Supply Chain Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability Risk management 130

SCMDOJO

JULY 3, 2023

Procurement professionals play a vital role in driving operational efficiency, cost savings, and strategic decision-making. Roles in the negotiation process Procurement Training Course #3: Introduction to Category Management The objective of this course is to familiarize you with the process of Category Management and its administration.

Cost of ownership 98

Cost of ownership Procurement Category management supply chain software solutions 98

Empowering CPO

JUNE 14, 2023

But before we venture into the depths of innovation in this field, let’s first establish what procurement really is. It’s a strategic function that involves understanding market trends, analyzing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing relationships, among other tasks. Introduction A. Understanding Procurement A.

Innovation 52

Innovation Procurement Supply Chain Efficiency Sustainability 52

Procurement Heads

OCTOBER 26, 2022

We are essentially set up across four key pillars: Category management and sourcing P2P Supplier management assurance and audit Sustainability. The economic volatility disrupting supply chain and price pressures I’m sure are not unique to G4S. What are the challenges that you and your team currently face?

Supply Chain Efficiency 130

Supply Chain Efficiency Supply chain Sustainability Suppliers 130

Una

JULY 6, 2022

Una does this by offering assistance on everything from supply chain management, data and analysis, education, and more. Supply Chain Management. A lot of resources can be eaten up by trying to manage the purchasing and negotiation processes with suppliers. Partner in Procurement.

Purchasing 92

Purchasing Category management Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Efficiency 92

The Good Spending

JANUARY 4, 2023

Its two dimensions suggest the flat Earth approach with insufficient room to cater to the complexities of modern category management and strategic sourcing situations. Indeed, we understand that leverage item attract negotiations, while non-critical ones are about sourcing process efficiency, buying channels, etc.

Strategic sourcing 97

Strategic sourcing Strategic sourcing Agile and Lean Supply Chain Category management 97

Spend Matters

DECEMBER 21, 2023

AI can help create greater efficiency and value across all source-to-pay processes, including spend analysis, opportunity identification, sourcing and contract management, category management, supply relationship management and risk management.

Procurement solutions 110

Procurement solutions Procurement e2e Real-time Visibility 110

SCMDOJO

JUNE 6, 2024

Watch Procurement Jobs in Future I The Supply Chain Show video on SCMDOJO YouTube Channel! Ethical and Sustainable Procurement: The curriculum emphasizes the importance of responsible sourcing practices, aligning with the growing demand for ethical and sustainable supply chains. Enroll Now!

Procurement 105

Procurement Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Efficiency Ethics 105

Procurement Software

MARCH 11, 2022

Most experienced Procurement Managers don’t enjoy performing administrative tasks and firefighting operational issues. And yet, poor operational efficiency in Procurement means that the typical Category Manager often spends at least a THIRD of their time performing “busy work” This is not an effective or efficient use of their time.

Supply Chain Efficiency 52

Supply Chain Efficiency supply chain software solutions Procurement Category management 52