Guide to Source in Supply Chain Management

Colin Scott, Henriette Lundgren and Paul Thompson
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Colin Scott: Grange Partnership (UK) LLP
Henriette Lundgren: Grange Partnership (UK) LLP
Paul Thompson: Grange Partnership (UK) LLP

Chapter 3 in Guide to Supply Chain Management, 2018, pp 43-59 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This chapter guides you through the source function within supply chain management and is split into three main sections. First, it gives a definition of source and the pre- and post-order steps in the purchasing process. Second, it considers strategic sourcing initiatives with an overview of category sourcing management and supplier relationship management. Third, it highlights sourcing management tools with a focus on negotiation and cost management. This chapter concludes with a case study of best practice in negotiation, focusing on a different perspective of the deal. Having read this chapter you will be able to: Explain sourcing and the purchasing process steps Clarify strategic sourcing initiatives Explore key management tools used in sourcing

Keywords: Supplier Relationship Management (SRM); Source Categories (CS); Purchasing Process; Buying Team; Source Team (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-77185-4_3

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