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Could Sales' Secret Weapon Be Procurement?

5600 Blue

Some of you know that I post quite a bit about working with procurement. We brought together sales and sales leaders, as well as a chief procurement officer and two of his buyers. It was one of the most gratifying sessions I have facilitated in a long time as the value was extremely high for all. There are a couple reasons.

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How to pitch to procurement, with Jessica Bowler and Iris Gatzweiler

Account Management Skills

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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Context and curiosity drive commerciality and pricing

Red Star Kim

This supports career development by broadening knowledge, facilitating collaboration and becoming T-shaped. The crux of marketing is to anticipate (and meet) client needs whilst maximising profit. We communicate differently with procurement professionals than other decision-makers and users of professional services.

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Value Chain – What is it?

Arpedio

It includes activities such as procurement, transportation, and inventory management. Support Activities: In addition to the primary value-creating activities, the value chain also includes support activities that facilitate and enable the primary activities.

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PM Conference Report 2022: Strategy implementation, Employer Value Propositions (EVP), Storytelling and Client Feedback

Red Star Kim

Several people had stayed in London overnight, having been to the PM Regional Committees meeting the day before. Alan Gotto, chair of Consultancy Procurement Council. It was fascinating to hear a procurement expert talking so passionately about the need for strong relationships. Closing thoughts.

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FROM EXECUTIVE SPONSORSHIP TO EXECUTIVE ENGAGEMENT

Strategic Account Management Association

Strategic account management is a team sport, and the sponsor needs to help to facilitate this team mindset. In addition, a monthly touchpoint with the SAM is necessary to coach them, stay abreast of the account and prepare for customer meetings. Sponsors are critical in these uncertain and transformative times.

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Reverse Auction: What It Is & How to Crush It in Sales

Hubspot Sales

Expedited procurement process — When sellers put in bids during a reverse auction, they’re putting the best features of their product or offering in front of the buyer for their consideration. Reverse auctions are commonly held in B2B transactions, with procurement teams sourcing goods and services for their respective companies.