Brooks Group

MARCH 7, 2024

Procurement managers have a reputation for focusing only on price. This post describes how you can use a consultative selling approach to understand the unique buying agenda of procurement managers and sell more effectively. Understanding Procurement Manager Challenges Procurement managers are in a unique position.

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Procurement Management Decision-making Sales Training 68

Account Management Skills

JANUARY 25, 2022

I spoke to Jessica Bowler and Iris Gatzweiler , two senior procurement clients who shared some insights into the pitching process. Don’t forget to go back to Episode 9 , where Jessica and Iris talked about how to approach and develop relationships with procurement. Welcome to Episode 54. So welcome Iris and Jess. Wonderful, Jess.

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Procurement Suppliers Stakeholders Decision-making 52

SBI

JULY 15, 2021

Your account team needs to have a common understand of an account or opportunity – the key stakeholders, their goals, and company objectives. In large companies, internal Account Managers are often segmented by vertical or offering, so they’ll need to pull the right team members into the right meetings.

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Procurement Account Planning Sales Stakeholders 57

Account Management Skills

MAY 22, 2023

In this episode, I chat to Mike Lander, CEO of Piscari, a former procurement director who now assists sales teams in negotiating with procurement departments. We also dive into a five-step framework to help you negotiate more effectively and shed light on some questionable tactics employed by less experienced procurement professionals.

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Procurement Negotiation Supply Chain Insurance 52

Miller Heiman Group

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

To meet the demands of the modern buyer, your sales team needs to do more than simply ask the right questions. In the past, manufacturing sellers only needed to connect with purchasing or procurement to find success. Focus on meeting modern buyers’ needs rather than entertaining them. Download the Report.

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Manufacturing Procurement Sales Training Stakeholders 50

Brooks Group

MARCH 28, 2024

Identify contacts in your network who may be able to make introductions and facilitate meetings. Purchase decisions often involve multiple stakeholders and a longer sales cycle. Get introduced through existing executive relationships. The best way in is a warm introduction from someone the executive knows and trusts.

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Decision-making Logistics Supply Chain Suppliers 70

Account Manager Tips

JULY 9, 2020

A thoughtful 30 60 90 day plan will impress everyone you meet during the job interview process, and your new manager will breathe a huge sigh of relief, knowing you're prepared and ready to take responsibility for your own onboarding. On your first day, invite your boss to a recurring meeting to discuss your 90 day plan.

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