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

Procurement Templates

Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing Actionable Steps: Develop a Sustainability Policy: Incorporate green procurement principles into procurement criteria. Collaborate with Suppliers: Encourage suppliers to adopt sustainable practices through joint initiatives. Reports and case studies on successful sustainability programs.

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What About Procurement Objectives?

Procurement Templates

Consider which projects or contracts require a plan B. Sustainability and Compliance: Ensure procurement activities align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards and regulatory compliance. Foster Strategic Alliances: Build long-term partnerships with suppliers through joint ventures and co-development projects.

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Effective Inventory Forecasting and Demand Planning Strategies for Construction Businesses

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In the construction industry, effective inventory forecasting and demand planning strategies are vital for businesses to succeed in a competitive market. Additionally, we’ll explore the role of technology in streamlining inventory forecasting and demand planning and how to choose the right tools for your business.

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Three ways supplier collaboration creates real value for manufacturers

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Let’s examine three ways that better collaboration with supply partners creates value for a manufacturer from product design through demand planning. Planning. The term “supplier collaboration” can mean many things to many people depending on your functional perspective. Innovating.

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Geopolitical & Regulatory Issues: The Path Forward in Supply Chain & Logistics

Speaker: Lisa Anderson, MBA, CSCP, CLTD - President of LMA Consulting Group, S&OP Expert, and Speaker

Join demand planning and SIOP expert Lisa Anderson for a riveting discussion evaluating the geopolitical landscape and looking at the bigger picture to create a path forward. Several issues are converging simultaneously, creating a precarious path forward.

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The Big Interview with Lorna Baker

Procurement Heads

I see procurement very much as being a facilitator of relationships between internal businesses and business partners and the market so that we can actualise savings, improve demand planning and help our customers become more informed so that they understand their options and make better decisions.

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2024 Manufacturing Industry Trends

Supply Chain Brain

The Manufacturing sector is swiftly integrating new technology to fulfill requirements in demand planning, quality control, sustainability, and supply chain objectives.