Tactical procurement

Project Buyer Role in Procurement: Responsibilities, Skills and Why It Matters

In procurement, the Project Buyer role is often underestimated. Some people see it as a temporary buying role connected to one project. In reality, a Project Buyer can have a major impact on cost, timing, supplier selection, quality, technical solutions, contract setup and project risk. A Project Buyer works where procurement, project management, engineering, operations…

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Procurement management

Procurement Titles: How to Choose the Right Roles for a Procurement Organization

Procurement titles can easily become confusing. One company may use the title Buyer, another may use Purchasing Agent, and a third may use Procurement Specialist for almost the same responsibility. At the same time, titles such as Category Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Supplier Relationship Manager, and Chief Procurement Officer may mean very different things depending on the maturity of the procurement function. This…

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