The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference

"Finally, a cohesive volume written for the worldwide profession of purchasing and supply chain management."
—James D. Reeds, CPM, CFPIM, CIRM, CPCM, President, Institute for Supply Management-Silicon Valley

"Great resource. This work is educational, informative, and certainly, most practical."
—Peter Sterlacci, Director, Professional Development, San Jose State University

"Complete with useful information-the authors are extraordinary experts in the field of supply chain management."
—Michael Geraghty, MBA, President, Geraghty International, and author of Anybody Can Negotiate—Even You!

Destined to become every supply manager's essential desktop tool with in-depth, authoritative coverage of each topic

Leaving no stone unturned in covering all aspects of the purchasing and sourcing function, The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference is filled with everything every supply manager needs to know about the key roles and responsibilities of a procurement manager. Filled with practical aids such as checklists and customizable forms, this essential book provides an easy-to-use road map for the supply manager in the new millennium.

With an eye toward incorporating proactive strategies and best practices, The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference offers detailed coverage and tips on:

• Procurement and Best Business Practices

• Sourcing Management

• How to select suppliers and measure performance

• The best way to leverage computer systems

• Providing value to the organization

• Identifying those strategies that will work best for your business for years to come

Amazon.com® Reader Reviews (Ranked by Helpfulness)

Average Amazon.com® Rating:  Based on 4 Ratings

Good book - 2008-02-23
Reviewer Rating:
I purchased this book for an upcoming position I was looking to get. I wanted a book that explain in detail but to where a person who knew nothing about procurement could understand. This book went over the different tasks a procurement manager would face and shared different resources that could help with completed the tasks. I skipped a few sections because it didn't pertain to my specific position. Overall I enjoyed the book and would recommend it to others.

Essential book for Supply Managers - 2007-09-28
Reviewer Rating:
Absolutely essential book for Procurement and Supply Management practitioners by the practitioners. This is a must read for everyone in my staff.

Excellent Reference for Supply Chain and Procurement - 2007-05-14
Reviewer Rating:
When there have been so many changes in today's supply environment, this is an excellent reference when a quick review of supply chain or procurement process is needed! Very detailed but easy to read.
Jane Dillner, C.P.M., President Supply Dynamix

Good summary - 2007-12-28
Reviewer Rating:
No doubt about essentials for procurement, need more direct aproach to Europe's best practices.
Good value for money.

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