The project buyer role is more advanced that one might think

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...

Delivery plan agreement - agree on delivery schedule

Delivery Plan Agreement in Procurement: Forecast, Schedule and PO in One

Entire Agreement Clause in Procurement: Why It Matters and How It Links to Battle of Forms

An entire agreement clause defines what belongs in the contract. Learn how procurement can use it, where it fails, and how it connects to battle of forms.

a buyer handing over a supplier contract termination

Supplier Contract Termination: What Buyers Need to Know About Termination Clauses

Learn how buyers should manage supplier contract termination, including termination clauses, notice periods, cure periods, termination for cause, termination for convenience, and exit planning.

Contracts in Sourcing Process: A Basic Guide for Buyers

Many junior buyers think about contracts too late. They prepare the RFQ, collect supplier quotations, compare prices, select the preferred supplier, and only then start looking at the contract. This often creates...

Technical specification as part of a RFQ

Technical Specification for Buyers: How to Define What You Want to Buy

Learn how buyers use Technical Specifications in RFQs, how they differ from Statements of Work and Service Descriptions, and how to write clear procurement requirements.

Share of Supplier Turnover in Procurement: How Much Spend Is Healthy?

Learn how procurement professionals assess share of supplier turnover, supplier dependency, risk, bargaining power, and when the 20% guideline should or should not apply.

direct and indirect categories in procurement

Direct and Indirect Procurement: Key Differences and How Buyers Use Them

Direct and indirect procurement explained for buyers. Learn the key differences, examples, sourcing tactics, spend analysis connection, and why the distinction matters in procurement.

Third-Party Witnessing and Factory Acceptance Test in Procurement

Third-party witnessing and Factory Acceptance Tests help buyers verify equipment before shipment. Learn how FAT supports RFQs, supplier delivery, risk control, and shipment release decisions.

How Professional Buyers Can Use ChatGPT in Procurement in 2026

Learn how buyers can use ChatGPT in procurement for RFQs, supplier research, negotiation preparation, contract support, and supplier management — with practical governance and risk guidance.

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