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Here’s a comprehensive list of the top 100 skills that a Procurement Manager should master

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Legal and Compliance Knowledge Actionable Steps: Learn Contract Law Basics: Understand key contract clauses like force majeure, indemnity, and termination rights. Consult Legal Teams: Collaborate with in-house legal experts to draft and review procurement contracts. SAP, Oracle) Procurement software (e.g., Coursera, Udemy).

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What About Procurement Objectives?

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Consider which projects or contracts require a plan B. In first instance you need to get your procurement house in order to deliver projects on time but once a contract is awarded you can work with stakeholders to track project delivery, whether if these are delivered to the agreed timescales.

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Talent Spotlight: Andrew F. Smith

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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. Also key was demand planning, matching our purchasing plans with the ever-changing demand situation.

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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. Also key was demand planning, matching our purchasing plans with the ever-changing demand situation.

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Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS): A Golden Opportunity for the Supply Chain Industry

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SCaaS offers a solution by enabling hospitals to engage in strategic procurement, ensuring standardized operations throughout the contract duration. Supply Chain Planning as a Service has emerged as a game-changer, enabling companies to efficiently outsource non-core activities. Why outsource Demand Planning?

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Fueling Success: Career in Supply Chain Guide

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Inventory Management & Optimization: Managing inventory as working capital, focusing on demand planning, optimization, safety stock management, and meeting customer service expectations. Simultaneously, honing presentation skills is crucial for leadership.

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What is a Sourcing Agency and How does it work?

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Specializing in industrial engineering, lean manufacturing, and B2B sourcing, they work with businesses of all sizes, offering expertise in supply chain processes, continuous improvement, and leadership. Proficient in Supply Chain Management, he specializes in Supplier Evaluation and contract Creation and acts as an adept Sourcing Agent.

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