Flevy

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The procurement function in most organizations deserves more attention than it gets. Most executives associated with procurement lack the competencies and perspectives required to identify gaps and effectively manage the function. The Kraljic Matrix presents an objective methodology to identify supply bottlenecks, threats, and flaws.

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5600 Blue

MARCH 8, 2018

Over ten years ago, after having spent more than 20 years a salesperson, VP sales and sales consultant, we secured our first contract to provide negotiation training for the procurement arm of a major US airline. By Procurement Magazine Let the panic set in….clearly I felt like the proverbial fox in the hen house!

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Procurement Decision-making Negotiation Supply Chain 52

Apptivo

APRIL 27, 2022

The Sourcing and procurement module. This module helps with procuring the materials and services businesses Need to manufacture their goods, or the items they want to resell. The Sourcing and Procurement module helps businesses procure the materials and services that they need to manufacture their goods. The Sales module.

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Supply Chain Procurement Manufacturing Logistics 98

Luminas Strategy

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

For example, real-time supply chain visibility is likely to come later on the road map, given how complex it is to implement. Find out what’s working and what’s not for the procurement managers, design engineers, production planners, and other types of customer you’re trying to engage along the path to purchase.

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Supply Chain B2B Marketing Digitalization 52

Miller Heiman Group

JULY 30, 2019

However, four common buying influences in manufacturing include: Procurement: Also called Purchasing in some organizations, these buying influences are primarily concerned with price. To address these concerns, your sellers can focus on how your reliable supply chain and superior product quality reduces downtime and total cost of ownership.

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Procurement Decision-making 61

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. During this conversation, you’ll gain valuable insights into the world of procurement negotiations. Welcome to episode 87. Mike, a very warm welcome.

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Procurement Negotiation Supply Chain Insurance 52

SmartKarrot

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The contract negotiation is the last of several challenges you must clear up, including introductions, calls, meetings, follow-up emails, and demonstrations. You will undoubtedly spend that time in numerous meetings, perhaps entangled in office politics or navigating hoops as the legal and procurement departments investigate your business.

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