Published: 27 March 2019
ID: G00707580
Analyst(s): Procurement Research Team
To build an effective organization, new procurement leaders must understand what the business wants from procurement and establish plans to deliver it. This research highlights how to set the mandate, communicate plans effectively and build a foundation to deliver value.
Introduction
Common Pitfalls
Steps for Building the Procurement Function
Understanding Procurement’s Mandate and Defining Its Strategy
Communicating Procurement’s Value, Strategy and Initiatives
Establishing the Foundation of the Function
Conclusion
Recommended by the Authors
About This Research
Endnotes
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