Lots more questions from Procurement Says No - the world's best procurement podcast.Now in a series of mini bite-sized podcast chunks. Like dog food.In episode 13 you ask for our thoughts on Amazon Business; how many suppliers is optimum; should you use an interim or a Big4 consultant and which consultancy is best - and should you work for one???All of the procurement questions, all of the time.www.procurementsaysno.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
Procurement Says No - the world's best procurement podcast - gets lots of questions from our listeners all around the world. So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcast chunks. Like dog food.In episode 12 you ask for help on creating a procurement 90 day plan (which you definately will stick to); how to save money on fuel buying; and whether using e-auctions is still a thing.All of the procurement questions, all of the time.www.procurementsaysno.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
Procurement Says No - the world's best procurement podcast - gets lots of questions from our listeners all around the world. So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcast chunks. Like dog food.In episode 11 you ask us how to source travel - whether using a big travel agency still makes sense; what about using AirB&B? Also, what is "above the line" marketing and why don't your marketing team work effectively with procurement types? The old chestnut of the best category for the biggest savings; and whether we can recommend a Procurement Podcast!All of the procurement questions, all of the time.www.procurementsaysno.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcast chunks. Like dog food.In episode 10 you ask us whether a jump into consultancy would be a good career move; whether to go to an all-expenses-paid-including-the-weekend IT expo paid for by a supplier; what's the least fulfilling category to buy; and what's the next procurement band wagon we should all be jumping on.www.procurementsaysno.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcast chunks. Like dog food.In episode 9 you ask us whether to go all in on an SAP upgrade, or go "best of breed"; decentralise or centralise your organisation; and whether to make up your procurement savings because no one knows how you work them out and no one cares anyway!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcast chunks. Like dog food.In episode 8 you ask us for our views on "total facilities management" or individual deals; what on earth is UNSPSC and how to deal with a supplier threatening to put you on stop for non payment of invoices (d'uh).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcasts so you can listen and learn!In episode 7 we find out which stakeholders to talk to and listen to; what to do if a supplier goes bust; and how to get out of a contract with a pesky inperpetuity clause.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcasts so you can listen and learn!In episode 6 we find the best elevator pitch for procurement; suggest the worst thing to say or do as a buyer; what to do if Houthi rebels are attacking your suppliers; and how to manage upskilling of procurement people in the wake of AI.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcasts so you can listen and learn!In episode 5 we answer the best ways to define savings; if we'd recommend a career in procurement; what to do after 21 years as head of procurement in a council; and which of the Big4 is best!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcasts so you can listen and learn!In episode 4 we find out which is most important in procurement software - functionality or usability; is negotiation something you are born with or can it be developed; and whether we have any book recommendations in the world of procurement.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcasts so you can listen and learn!In episode 3 we find out how much time you should spend with stakeholders and suppliers, and how much your travel budget should be; are there any procurement gurus out there; is it ok to accept gifts from suppliers; will AI eliminate everyone's career path in the next 5 years; are there any good procurement jokes?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcasts so you can listen and learn!In episode 2 we find out how to introduce procurement to new stakeholder groups; what to do when one supplier's price is sooooo much lower than others in a tender; which is best - keeping an annoying salesperson or a tricky transition to a new supplier; and whether you need CIPS qualifications to progress in procurement.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
All of the procurement questions, all of the time.Procurement Says No is probably the world's best procurement podcast - and we get lots of questions from our listeners all around the world, asking for our advice on a whole range of procurementy topics.So we thought, let's put all of those questions into a series of mini bite-sized podcasts so you can listen and learn!In episode 1 we learn how to negotiate an evergreen contract with annual RPI; whether it's ever right to punch a stakeholder; who is procurement's closest business ally; what advice would we give our graduate selves; and does procurement ever say yes?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
We've launched into the world of short videos on TikTok. It's another thing we said we wouldn't do.Anyway, here's the audio-only version, for those of you who really, really don't want to look at us.We promise this is the last of our run of terrible procurement jokes. Until the next one.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
We've launched into the world of short videos on TikTok. It's another thing we said we wouldn't do.Anyway, here's the audio-only version, for those of you who really, really don't want to look at us.We've nearly run out of procurement jokes thankfully - here they are...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
We've launched into the world of short videos on TikTok. It's another thing we said we wouldn't do.Anyway, here's the audio-only version, for those of you who don't really want to look at us.We ask the important question - "what is the procurement elevator speech?"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
We've launched into the world of short videos on TikTok. It's another thing we said we wouldn't do.Anyway, here's the audio-only version, for those of you who really don't want to look at us.More crap jokes...these ones are slightly worse than the previous episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
We've launched into the world of short videos on TikTok. It's another thing we said we wouldn't do.Anyway, here's the audio-only version, for those of you who don't really want to look at us.Here is proof that there are no good procurement jokes...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
We've launched into the world of short videos on TikTok. It's another thing we said we wouldn't do.Anyway, here's the audio-only version, for those of you who don't really want to look at us.What is procurement?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.
Rich and Ed are back with more news, advice and answers to the crazy goings-on in the world of procurement.Including very exciting news from Renault - their new CEO is an ex-procurement person. Woohoo. News that some people will never learn - as the UK Government gives Fujitsu more contracts, worth £281m. And some reaction to US tariffs - or it was already planned, honest - as Mars invests $2bn in US manufacturing across its pet care and snacking division by the end of 2026.Some legal stuff where suppliers to the public sector "win" after seeking commercially sensitive information; and "win" by being reinstated after being blacklisted. And lots more questions from our listener around the world - including advice on buying a trench; which is best: desk research or going out to tender when looking to optimise costs; what to do when you receive reports of modern slavery in your supply chain; and some possibly dodgy behaviour from a boss who seems to be a little too close to a supplier.Plus a new feature "The Secret Buyer" where anonymous listeners tell us their stories of best and worst practice. One involves a confused MD who is trying but failing to help; and one a confused business owner who thinks he's an expert negotiator but unfortunately isn't. So mostly worst practice then.This all works in practice but will it work in theory?Now with incidental royalty-free background music!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/procurement-says-no--5886102/support.