Procurement Heads

JULY 14, 2022

Hayley Packham, Operations Director at Procurement Heads, said, “We are delighted to be partnering with such a forward-thinking organisation as Kaleida. “Equality, diversity and inclusion are embedded into our DNA and one of our core business pillars. “We firmly believe in equality for all and have pledged to continue attracting a workforce that reflects this, not only for ourselves but for the clients and candidates we engage with.

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All Things Supply Chain

JULY 15, 2022

Mexico’s beer shortage worsened due to supply and demand problems In recent times, beer makers have struggled to source cans and glass bottles for their products, but now, robust demand…

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ivalua

JULY 14, 2022

Ivalua study finds 97% of procurement leaders see significant disruption in direct materials supply chain; 67% not confident in existing technology; 84% consider modernization a ‘strategic priority’. Redwood City, CA, July 12, 2022 – Manufacturers are working to accelerate digitization initiatives to manage supply chain disruptions in 2022 and beyond, according to an original survey commissioned by Ivalua , a leading global spend management cloud provider.

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RPF360

JULY 14, 2022

Explore how you can cut costs, improve efficiency and reduce risk by initiating an energy procurement project. This guide provides key definitions, a guide on how to write an RFP and more. The post Energy procurement: Definitions, RFP guide and examples appeared first on RFP360.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2022

In recent years, consumers have become increasingly interested in shopping sustainably. With that increasing interest has come a lot of confusion — 64% of Americans are willing to pay more for sustainable products, but 26% don’t know how to identify them.

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All Things Supply Chain

JULY 11, 2022

So far, 2022 has come with many ups and downs, with uncertainty remaining certain. We’ve seen supply chain shortages, supply chain recoveries, skyrocketing prices and much more.

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The Thomas Blog

JULY 12, 2022

Whether you are just starting with email marketing or you're already sending marketing emails every week, you know that emails are one of the best channels to sell — and smart marketers are always looking for new ways they can build relationships and grow revenue. You might be asking yourself: Should I nurture subscribers with weekly newsletters? Are dedicated sends (standalone emails with one offer) better at optimizing my sales and marketing funnel?

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 11, 2022

It’s getting complicated for investors in semiconductors, with last year’s big chip shortage morphing into an inventory glut for some companies, and others getting caught up in geopolitics.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 14, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Success! First Name. Email. Download Free PDF. Or receive our famous weekly newsletter. Procurement Tender — The Ultimate Guide of 2022. Procurement tender is very important for the company to carefully select their supplier. But how do companies issue tender? For this article, we will discuss everything about the procurement tender.

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ProcurePort

JULY 14, 2022

• The procurement function helps organizations acquire or obtain the products (and services) needed for discrete purposes: sales, marketing, product design, distribution, or even brand positioning. • So, given that the procurement function focuses exclusively on sourcing and acquiring products, project procurement relates to obtaining the material products or supplies for a larger project: a […].

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Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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ivalua

JULY 13, 2022

Procurement Leaders Webinar. Speakers: Arnaud Malardé, Ivalua | Hélène Vermont, Michelin Group. With mounting pressure for organizations to make tangible contributions to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, the procurement function must strategize to implement and report their collective efforts. Buyers are expected to scrutinize every aspect of the purchasing process to identify ways to reduce their carbon footprint, source sustainable materials, and promote diversity.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 11, 2022

About 70,000 truck owner-operators who form the bedrock of California’s transport industry are in limbo as state-level labor rules start applying to them, creating another choke point in stressed U.S. supply chains.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 14, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Success! First Name. Email. Download Free PDF. Or receive our famous weekly newsletter. Procurement Executive — The Ultimate Guide of 2022. Having a procurement executive in your company will determine the success of your procurement process. However, many newbies in the procurement field are wondering what is the role of a procurement executive.

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ProcurePort

JULY 13, 2022

• The quest for efficiency and agility in supply chains has led companies to develop relationships with suppliers from all over the world. • Companies cannot limit themselves to only sourcing from one supplier or market when value opportunities abound elsewhere. • Global trade has led to complications in supply chains and despite the evolution […].

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Advertiser: GEP

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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ivalua

JULY 11, 2022

The post Risk Mitigation Strategies to Address Organizational Challenges appeared first on Ivalua.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2022

More than half of supply chain executives don’t expect a "return to normal" until the first half of 2024 or beyond, according to a new survey.

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 14, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Success! First Name. Email. Download Free PDF. Or receive our famous weekly newsletter. Procurement Service Provider — The Ultimate Guide of 2022. The demand for a procurement service provider has increased due to the global market conditions. Additionally, the demand has increased as many buyers or firms cannot negotiate a reasonable price for products or services.

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ProcurePort

JULY 12, 2022

• A request for a quote is a formal document sent out to vendors asking them to submit pricing quotes based on a particular brief. A request for proposal (RFQ) is an objective way to compare vendors. • Normally, your RFQ will go out to vendors after or as part of a request for proposal […]. The post 5 Simple Steps to Writing the Perfect Request for Quote (RFQ) appeared first on ProcurePort Blog.

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Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.

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Strategic Sourceror

JULY 14, 2022

Popular as a Thanksgiving side dish or included ingredient in main courses and traditional cuisine, green peas are pretty ubiquitous for a vegetable that's the very definition of bite size. Replete with vitamins A and C, and folate yet low in calories, they're a family staple for dinners and as a veggie to freeze since they keep so well. But could the powerful pea also be the key to fixing some businesses' supply chain challenges?

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 12, 2022

For decades, businesses across industries have faced a particularly thorny problem: the disconnect between demand, procurement and supply chain management. .

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Procurement Tactics

JULY 13, 2022

33 Procurement Interview Questions in 2022. Success! First Name. Email. Download Free PDF. Or receive our famous weekly newsletter. Procurement Function — Everything a Procurement Professional Should Know. The procurement function is one of the keys for a business to succeed. The global pandemic and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine have disrupted the supply chain.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JULY 13, 2022

In today’s retail landscape, convenience is at the heart of consumer buying behavior. McKinsey reports that over 90 percent of US online shoppers expect free two- to three-day shipping, and a recent Shopify survey revealed that shipping cost had a significant influence on purchase decisions for nearly 75 percent of consumers. Shipping speed is critical to compete in the marketplaces of the future, and many retailers and logistics companies are turning to innovations to enable new delivery models

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Una

JULY 12, 2022

The Importance of Cross-Functional Collaboration. By Mackenzie Oakley | July 12, 2022. Team work makes the dream work, right? It’s kind of cheesy but there is truth in that statement. No one is capable of handling everything by themselves, all of the time. We may try, of course, but eventually most of us will need to surrender to the fact that a little support and assistance would go a long way.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 12, 2022

The adoption of tactical “firefighting” rather than a strategic approach should sound alarm bells, not least because of the missed opportunity to revolutionize supply chain planning. .

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Spend Matters

JULY 14, 2022

Categories: Procurement Systems & Architecture , Professional Services , Solution Providers , Sourcing , Technology Tags: PRO This three-part Spend Matters PRO Vendor Analysis focuses on Efficio’s eFlow, the company's S2C solution. Part 1 provides a company background and high-level solution overview, gives a company SWOT analysis and discusses competitors.

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Let's Talk Supply Chain

JULY 10, 2022

Today I’m joined by NYSHEX , a leading shipping technology company that is creating reliable ocean shipping through effective digital contracts. NYSHEX was built to restore trust and reliability in global trade. As the leader in two-way committed contracts, their neutral exchange unites shippers and carriers with a predictable, efficient, and accountable system for global commerce.

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Procurement Foundry

JULY 11, 2022

If someone on the street asked you if you would like to do better at reaching ESG goals (such as protecting and conserving our environment), I think you would be hard-pressed to find someone to say no. Of course, we want these things! But, if asked by that same person in a follow-up question what we are actively doing (or willing to do) to make this want a reality, the response might be an awkward silence for many.

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Supply Chain Brain

JULY 12, 2022

Walmart Inc.’s deal backing an electric-vehicle startup has some strings, including a provision preventing sales to rival Amazon.

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Spend Matters

JULY 14, 2022

Categories: Procurement Systems & Architecture , Professional Services , Solution Providers , Sourcing , Technology Tags: PRO In this Spend Matters PRO Vendor Analysis series on Efficio’s source-to-contract (S2C) solution, part 3 provides an in-depth solution overview and concludes with an analyst summary. Efficio is in the consulting business that also provides customers with a technological S2C solution, eFlow.

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Negotiations Ninja

JULY 10, 2022

Suzanne is a Professor of Management & Conflict Resolution at George Mason University. She’s also taught at IMD in Switzerland and Seattle University. She’s had the opportunity to teach on six continents. And throughout her years as a consultant, professor, and advisor, she’s witnessed how gender biases and cultural biases impact one’s ability to negotiate.

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Advertiser: GEP

Tariffs will have a major impact on your supply chain, margins, and operations. Drawing on our work with global companies across manufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, software, technology, financial services, and a range of service industries, we outline the key strategic and tactical actions companies are taking to navigate this period of heightened uncertainty.

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