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A well-rounded procurement strategy can have a lot of moving parts, all working together to drive cost savings Does your organization employ the more traditional aspects of sourcing, or does your team get creative when it comes to delivering value? Discover all of the different methodologies you can use to create a balanced sourcing strategy that works for you https://bit.ly/3q9FGNy... ---------------------------- #procurement #sourcing #una #sourcinghero #grouppurchasing

Dawn Tiura: You cannot adjust the speed of change. The only thing you can do is adjust yourself and your capacity to absorb it and accept it. One word to describe the unknown chaos that the procurement and sourcing industries faced in 2020 'Fog' -- and only the strongest leaders were able to step forward. In this episode you'll hear why Dawn believes 2020 defined the Sourcing Hero -- is that you? ... You'll also find out exactly how Dawn led the Sourcing Industry Group through the fog last year and why she's ready to do it all over again in 2021 https://una.com//pod/episode-15-stepping-out-into-the-fog/ ----------------------------- #TheSourcingHero #procurement #procurementleaders #procurementpodcast . Hosted by: Katherine McCleery

A supply chain only works so long as every link functions smoothly. It's probably safe to say we all experienced a little grief when it came to suppliers and supply chain management in the last year or so To fend off any additional suffering here is some extra advice you can use if you're faced with supplier heartache in the future https://bit.ly/36wBkZ2 ------------------------------... #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #una #procurement See more

Does your organization have established Centers of Excellence? As companies scale, COE's offer a variety of benefits that help streamline processes and drive efficiency. For procurement, a dedicated COE can help create a more strategic function while increasing its influence across the organization Here are 6 reasons why your company needs a Procurement Center of Excellence - and one pro-tip for making it happen https://bit.ly/3aGH0Bd... ------------------------------ #procurement #centerofexcellence #una #sourcinghero

NEW SUPPLIER ANNOUNCEMENT Una is proud to announce the newest supplier partner offered to members - Rapid Packaging. We don't take on new suppliers often, but when we do, it's because we truly believe the products and services will help elevate profitability for our members.... Click through to the press release to find out exactly why we decided to partner with Rapid Packaging and how you can take advantage of the exclusive pricing! https://una.com/resources//packaging-supplier-announcement/

Have you checked out Una's Complete Guide to Group Purchasing yet? This free tool is designed to explain group purchasing, simplify procurement, and empower you to accelerate your sourcing strategy. Discover the ins and outs of group purchasing, including:... The history of group purchasing organizations and different types of GPOs How GPOs work How group purchasing fits into your sourcing strategy How GPOs make money What to look for in a GPO Una's approach to empowering Sourcing Heroes Learn more and download your free copy here https://bit.ly/3mVUVb0 ------------------------------ #una #grouppurchasing #empoweringprocurement #sourcinghero

From cost savings to tail spend management, it's easy for a Sourcing Hero to see how working with a GPO can directly benefit their organization. The hard part, though, is oftentimes convincing decision-makers that it's a worthwhile partnership for the business as a whole. To help overcome those objections, we've gathered 7 metrics you can use to prove to stakeholders that joining a GPO is a smart move for everyone involved https://bit.ly/3kTP4Cn... ----------------------------------------- #una #grouppurchasing #procurement #sourcinghero

Philip Ideson: "What brought them into procurement may not be what keeps them in procurement." In this week's episode Anthony Clervi and Katherine McCleery begin to break down the many profiles of Sourcing Heroes, starting with the one and only Phil! There are many facets of talent within the sourcing world, so what happens when your natural skill set doesn't fit the new mold of a strategic, relationship-building procurement powerhouse?... Listen here to find out exactly how Phil did it https://una.com//podcast/episode-9-the-profile-of-a-sourc/ ------------------------------- #TheSourcingHero #TheArtofPhil #procurement #procurementleaders #procurementpodcast

Una's new supplier portfolio is available now! Get access to our supplier catalog with hundreds of pre-negotiated contracts in six key taxonomies, all designed to accelerate your sourcing process and jumpstart profitability Easily navigate and browse through our top supplier partners and pick your favorites to start saving today! https://bit.ly/3kJ6QIj ------------------------------------... #una #grouppurchasing #procurement See more

Any GPO you work with should be a true partner to your organization, providing a relationship based upon trust and an understanding of your unique needs and expectations. Here at Una, we take it a step further by giving members access to dedicated Sourcing Advisors who take time to educate about our role in procurement, strategize based on business goals, and develop a plan to accelerate your sourcing program. Use our free GPO Comparison Chart to see how these characteris...tics make us stand out from the other GPOs out there https://bit.ly/2JjRMmP --------------------------------- #una #grouppurchasing #sourcinghero

Who's ready for more episodes? Next week we've got another installment of The Art of Philip Ideson, but in the meantime, get caught up on the launch series Ep 1 | Sarah Scudder - Making Procurement Cool Ep 2 | Frank Corris - A Lifetime of Learning & Transformation Ep 3 | Philip Ideson - The Art of Phil Ideson... Ep 4 | Anthony Clervi & Cindy Rittel - Busting GPO Myths Ep 5 | Nick Gunn - How to Deliver Value Beyond Cost Savings Ep 6 | Joanna Martinez - The Original Disruptor Ep 7 | Aman Mann - The Rise of Spend Culture Ep 8 | David Hulsen - Breaking Down RFP Walls Feeling like a #SourcingHero yet?! These procurement allstars shared the good, the bad, and the heroic They also gave their best advice on how we can rise up and prove procurement's value to the world. . Listen to #TheSourcingHero podcast hosted by Katherine McCleery on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Amazon Music https://una.com/the-sourcing-hero-podcast/ ---------------------------- #procurement #procurementleaders #Una #procurementpodcast

We want to let you in on a little secret - you're being lied to about tail spend! There are age-old notions out there that say tail spend is impossible to manage, invaluable, and is doomed to be an uncontrollable aspect of sourcing life. But it doesn't have to be this way! ... We're sorting out the truth about tail spend and letting you know that it is possible to gain 100% visibility of this category in a way that drives cost savings and reduces risk. Learn more here https://bit.ly/2HDq3Nm --------------------------------------- #tailspend #tailspendmanagement #una #sourcinghero

Need help finding solutions to some classic procurement mishaps? We've got you covered. Check out this article to discover ways to overcome common faux pas even the most experienced procurement professionals may encounter, including: 1 Natural disasters impacting your supply chain ... 2 Out of control maverick spenders 3 Unorganized data 4 Damaged supplier relationships 5 Inaccurate orders being sent out 6 Verbal agreements falling through And don't worry, everyone makes a mistake now and then. If you're facing one of these issues, remember: you're a Sourcing Hero! Use it as a lesson and rise above Read more here https://bit.ly/3kCnLfT -------------------------------------- #procurement #sourcinghero #una

Is purchasing in your organization random and chaotic across departments? Do different buyers get different pricing from the same supplier? Prioritizing your organization's spending with your best suppliers will drive efficiency and improve spend management, making it easier for you to meet your goals. Get the most value out of your supply base by implementing a preferred supplier program. See the steps to make it happen and the 10 areas of evaluation you can use to select ...your top performers here https://bit.ly/2IPvx83 ------------------------------ #procurement #sourcinghero #una

Why has "RFP" become a four-letter word in procurement? David Hulsen: "Rarely do we talk about RFPs without a very emotional response, no matter who it's coming from - the buyer or the seller." Eight years ago, a buyer and a seller got together to create RFP software that would bridge the gap between their fellow groups within procurement. ... In this episode, RFP360 COO, Dave Hulsen, explains that at the time, he wasn't really a "Sourcing Hero" and that he put up walls to protect his stakeholders. I'm sure you all have your own RFP horror stories Listen to some of the *worst* experiences Dave has navigated and find out how RFP360 was born out of them https://una.com//podcast/episode-8-breaking-down-rfp-walls/ ------------------------ #TheSourcingHero #Una #RFP360 #procurement #procurementleaders #procurementpodcast

It's been a great week at Una with a ton of featured content. ICYMI, here's what people have been clicking on: The Sourcing Hero Podcast featuring Aman Mann of Procurify https://bit.ly/3nTr0kX How to Simplify the RFP Process to Free Up Procurement's Time https://bit.ly/341dZOv... Procurement Terms to Avoid https://bit.ly/34178Ez ----------------------------- #procurement #procurementleaders #TheSourcingHero #procurementpodcast

"Cost analysis...spend management...organizational stakeholders..." Sound familiar? It's just a bit of procurement jargon and we're guilty, too. The number of acronyms and terms within the procurement industry is enough to make anyone's head spin. It may be time to ditch some of the jargon we're used to so we can communicate the true value found within a procurement function. Check out which terms procurement practitioners say need to go in this article https://bit....ly/2SV7JRO ---------------------------------------- #procurement #sourcinghero #una #procurementleaders

RFPs undoubtedly have their place in procurement but what if you could reduce the number of RFPs you send out? How much time would that free up for you to focus on other sourcing initiatives? https://bit.ly/2GWBrDz Bypassing the RFP process in certain categories means talented Sourcing heroes have the bandwidth to: 1 Elevate procurement's value within the organization... 2 Properly nurture supplier relationships 3 Invest in sustainable procurement 4 Drive innovation 5 Make use of the data at their fingertips 6 Pour effort into developing their team. See how it's possible and learn how to use your procurement skills to generate this additional value https://bit.ly/2GWBrDz ---------------------------------------------- #procurement #RFP #sourcinghero #una