Category: procurement
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What is Lead Time?
Understanding Lead Time in International Trade In the dynamic world of international trade, understanding the intricacies of lead time can be pivotal for your business operations. When dealing with global suppliers, the term “lead time” frequently surfaces, but its exact meaning can sometimes be unclear. Let’s demystify this term and explore its implications for international…
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Entry level buyer career progression
Navigating Career Paths: Insights for Entry-Level Buyers Embarking on a career as a Buyer is an exciting journey filled with potential growth and diverse opportunities across various industries. If you’re in a similar position and pondering where this path might lead, you’re not alone. Many professionals have started in entry-level procurement roles and have successfully…
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Is getting SAP certified worth it in procurement?
Title: Evaluating the Value of SAP Certification in Procurement Careers Introduction As a seasoned professional with over seven years of experience across P2P sourcing, logistics, contract negotiation, and project management, the question arises: Is pursuing SAP certification a worthwhile investment in your career? Specifically, certifications such as SAP Ariba or SAP Hana, which are prevalent…
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Considering changing companies – any advice?
Strategic Career Changes: Is It Time to Move On? As I’ve navigated my role in category management for raw materials within a major Danish pharmaceutical company, I’ve encountered several challenges that have prompted me to consider seeking new opportunities. These challenges include a noticeable lack of support from management, a pervasive atmosphere of negativity, and…
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How do you keep track of all your actions ?
Efficiently Tracking Actions as a Category Manager: Tips and Tools Managing the complexities of various projects and coordinating with multiple stakeholders is an integral part of a Category Manager’s role. The success of these endeavors often hinges on how effectively you can keep track of numerous actions and tasks. If you find yourself in a…
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Wife has 15+ years in Supply Chain but feels stuck and underpaid — what’s her best move?
Navigating Career Growth in the Supply Chain Industry: Finding the Right Path for Advancement In today’s competitive job market, making the right career moves is crucial, especially for those in specialized fields like supply chain management. If you’ve built substantial experience in the industry, it’s natural to wonder if you’re being adequately compensated and if…
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Why am I still answering the same stupid RFQ questions 3 months later?
Navigating the RFQ Maze: Strategies for Efficiency and Sanity As an engineer entrenched in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process for the last few months, I’ve found myself confronting a particularly frustrating cycle. It feels as if I’m caught in my own version of Groundhog Day, repeatedly fielding the same set of seemingly elementary questions…
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How do you get into procurement without a degree?
Title: Navigating a Career in Procurement Without a Degree Entering the procurement field can often seem daunting, especially when many job postings list a degree or substantial experience as prerequisites. However, there are strategic approaches to building a career in procurement for those without a formal educational background in the field. If you’re currently working…
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Figure you guys would appreciate
Appreciating the Little Things: A Perspective Shift In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the small moments that can make life truly delightful. Whether it’s a quiet morning coffee, the laughter of a friend, or the comforting embrace of a loved one, these instances often pass by unnoticed, yet they hold the power to…
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Got pitched by an AI dude about RFPs… lol who even cares?
Title: The Unlikely Intersection of AI and RFPs: Does Anyone Really Care? Navigating the world of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) is often a long and meticulous process. Recently, I had an intriguing encounter with someone who, surprisingly, seems to think Artificial Intelligence could transform this very domain. An ambitious AI engineer contacted me with a…