The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference

Presented logically to match the flow of the procurement and sourcing functions, the book is filled with practical aids such as step-by-step guides to each segment of the process, as well as checklists and customizable forms. The new edition of this essential book provides an easy-to-use road map for the procurement and supply manager in the new millennium.Coverage on how to select suppliers and measure performanceReveals the easiest way to drive continuous improvement in the supply baseFeatures tips on providing value to the organizationHelps you identify those strategies that will work best for your business for years to comeWritten for the worldwide profession of procurement and supply management, The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference, Second Edition offers detailed coverage and tips with an eye toward incorporating proactive strategies and best practices.. Every supply manager's essential desktop tool with in-depth, authoritative coverage of each topicLeaving no stone unturned in covering all aspects of the procurement and sourcing functions, The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference, Second Edition is filled with everything every organization needs to know about the key roles and responsibilities of a procurement professional

Gives a good overview of the Procurement Cycle with concise explanations Martin Taylor Gives a good overview of the Procurement Cycle with concise explanations. Better suited for those new to Procurement and Supply Chain concepts than those working in the field or with a SCM background.This book wasn't quite what I was looking for but would recommend it to someone who is trying to improve their general knowledge of Procurement either in the workplace or in academia.. Excellent manual for those interested in supply chain procurement This was my favorite book that I read as part of my supply chain management certificate program. Clear and coherent, it provides an easy to understand big picture, while also providing illustrative details, examples and tangents.. "Excellent book in terms of information and the substance included" according to Itaf El-Khalil. Excellent book in terms of information and the substance included in it. I would recommend it to procurement professionals

Now with Instructor Resources and an accompanying website, the Second Edition provides essential information on:The latest trends in global procurement/sourcing, including technology tools and trends in supply chain managementUsing basic information technology processesMastering procurement and business tacticsSelecting suppliers and measuring performanceSourcing supply management toolsSupplier relationship managementImproving procurement-related processesLeading the supply management teamToday's procurement management professional must respond effectively to current market conditions

(San Francisco, CA), is the Managing Director of eParagon, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in providing training and working tools for the supply chain management profession. He has served in senior corporate supply chain positions at leading-edge companies such as Hewlett-Packard and Sun Microsystems. He is a working professional in supply chain management and procurement with over 30 y