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Consultative Selling Tips: How to Sell to Procurement Managers

Brooks Group

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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How to negotiate with procurement, with Mike Lander

Account Management Skills

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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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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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. So I was disappointed that health issues prevented her from presenting. Alan Gotto, chair of Consultancy Procurement Council. Some firms were represented by their entire M&BD teams. Implement strategy.

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12 Common Ways You Undermine Your Chances of Closing (& How to Avoid Them), According to The Virtual CRO's President

Hubspot Sales

Salespeople frequently undermine their chance of winning sales when they allow value leaks — instances where your email, proposal, word choice, presentation, or body language diminishes the perceived value of your solution — to creep into their sales processes. You have poor nonverbal communication when meeting.

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10 New Capture Strategy Tips to Keep Clients & Avoid Competitive Bids

Account Manager Tips

Close any gaps in your solution, meet all commitments and ensure your client is satisfied. Create contact plans to keep in touch with key stakeholders in your company and your client's. Do you make the first move and present a compelling proposal that positions you as the partner of choice? Unhappy clients don't renew.

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The Best 90 Day Success Plan Every New Account Manager Needs [+ Template]

Account Manager Tips

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. Create two versions: 30 60 90 day plan presentation. I like to include a visual CV as well.