Jonathan Townsley

The Most Effective Ways to Manage Procurement in a Global Supply Chain https://lnkd.in/e_m9cWGv #SupplyChainManagement, #ProcurementExcellence, #GlobalSupplyChain, #PurchasingDepartment, #StrategicSourcing, #SupplierManagement, #RiskManagement, #AIinProcurement, #BlockchainTechnology, #SustainabilityInSupplyChain, #PalletsForManufacturers, #HTPallets, #PalletCompany

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It’s time for you to experience the magic of Predictive Procurement Orchestration! Check out our eBook, where you’ll learn: ✔️Fundamental business challenges CFOs are being called on to solve. ✔️Ways PPO can address those challenges. ✔️Specific customer wins from a variety of industries. ✔️Practical takeaways. As a CFO, you can apply these insights to your business leadership to drive compelling outcomes at a time when cost balance is shifting back to finance. Let’s dive in. 🏊‍♀️ https://hubs.li/Q02yr-Yx0 #CFO #ebook #PPO

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If you are a CFO, Head of Finance, or simply want to learn more about predictive procurement orchestration, you need to check out Arkestro's eBook!

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Gartner has listed its top 10 priorities for procurement and sourcing leaders new to their roles that it says can help shape strategy and direction published in Supply Chain Digital. #procurement #supplychain #businessgrowth

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The experts at Gartner shared highlights from their Supply Chain Symposium/Expo last month. You can check out the opening keynote, areas of focus, and top trends in the industry coming out of the event. For me, the standout takeaway was Ankur Mehta‘s discussion on the need for better real-time decision execution in the face of disruptions. With only 7% of supply chain leaders reporting successful real-time decision execution, it’s planning solutions like those from Valizant, Inc. that are most needed in the industry. https://lnkd.in/gJzWw32v #gartner #supplychainleaders #supplychain

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According to Deloitte's Global CPO Survey,  more than 70% of CPOs reported an increase in procurement-related risks and supply chain disruptions over the past year. This articles provides insights into how you can mine data to build resilient supply chains from Supply Chain Brain. #supplychain #businessgrowth #technology

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Great read from Tim Payne on his “aha moments” about #antifragility. For a supply chain to respond with the right level of agility and responsiveness, it must deeply understand the impact of uncertainty. The challenge is that most supply chains lack this knowledge, causing them to struggle when faced with major uncertainties. Highly encourage you to read in full! https://lnkd.in/gUYqxpEd #gartnersupplychain #supplychainleaders #supplychain

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Improving the performance of existing suppliers is among the top critical tactics procurement leaders must use to deliver value to the business. Learn how the Gartner Supplier Scorecard can help you create a robust supplier performance evaluation process: https://gtnr.it/4etRoMB #GartnerSC #SupplierManagement #Innovation #CostOptimization

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A growing tide of legislation and regulations is pushing companies toward sustainable procurement. To succeed, procurement professionals need to understand how to engage suppliers to achieve these goals together. Find out how you can engage and motivate your supplier base in our latest post: https://lnkd.in/gQHiJ3W5 #Procurement #SupplyChain #ESGGoals

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Predictive Procurement Orchestration has the power to help procurement leaders make more proactive and strategic decisions. One great example? Spot buys. When even small purchases can carry high risk, it’s crucial for decision-makers to have the best information available to build both resilience and the capacity to manage the unexpected. Learn more about how Arkestro can mitigate risk with spot buys from our recent AdCo. https://hubs.li/Q02G7myM0 #spotbuys #video #risk

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Some very good insights on the importance of bridging the gap between Strategic Supply Chain Planning and on-the-ground Logistics execution as well as the value of aligning Logistics with Supply Chain Planning through the use of Unified Supply Chain platforms (USCPs) to unlock new opportunities to create increased efficiency and further optimise, that can ultimately lead to larger savings opportunities, greater revenue growth and an overall improved customer experience. #INHANCE #KINAXIS #Supplychain #UnifiedSupplyChainPlatforms

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Join GS1 US and #supplychain experts to hear the why, the what, and the how of supply chain visibility. Learn more about the 3-part free, webinar series, “Back to Basics for Supply Chain Visibility.” https://ow.ly/HRnz50Sp9F8 #TeamGS1US

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Maverick Spend Alert: 91% of procurement leaders see it as a challenge, and 87% report an increase in the past year. Our latest report with WBR Insights and ProcureCon dives deep into this pressing issue, offering key insights and strategies to regain control: - The tech gap in procurement - How GPOs are game-changers - Facilities management focus - Root causes of maverick spend - Actionable recommendations Don't let unauthorized spending derail your procurement strategy. Download our comprehensive report to tackle maverick spend head-on and drive greater efficiency in your organization. https://lnkd.in/g_tdCxnj #SDI #SupplyChain #Procurement #MaverickSpend #SupplyChainManagement #ProcurementStrategy

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''What we are seeing in 2024, is that procurement teams are being more proactive about cost reduction, planning how they will support the company’s bottom line'' 👇 Cost cutting is procurement execs’ top 2024 priority: Hackett https://lnkd.in/emj9a_vY #CostCutting #Procurement

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Procurement leaders face ongoing challenges in 2024, requiring constant adaptation. This McKinsey & Company article addresses these challenges and provides a toolkit with proven strategies and action plans to help businesses drive sustainable impact in their procurement functions in the coming years. 💻 Read the full article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/euD_GPPM

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KickStage Consulting can support you with your supply chain needs and effective planning. 4 supply chain essentials for navigating the new normal. #supplychain #resilience #planning https://lnkd.in/gpajXiWV

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