Welcome Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Leadership Articles
Vodafone’s trip to Luxembourg 
The rapid growth of mobile phone company Vodafone means that managing suppliers is critical. Detlef Schultz talks to David Rae about how launching a dedicated procurement company in Luxembourg will help.
Aug 08
Profile: Rob Hemsley - Full of beans
Rob Hemsley’s innovative use of technology and close supply chain links have left other food manufacturers playing catch up, writes David Rae.
Aug 08
Profile: Luis Ferreira - Power House
Selling himself to the wider business is always at the forefront of Luis Ferreira’s mind, writes David Rae. Saving €120m is a great way to start.
Jun 08
A day of brain storming
More than 100 senior procurement executives from across Europe descended on Lord’s cricket ground to discuss purchasing.
Jun 08
Getting on board
Germany has taken procurement into the upper reaches of corporate life, according to our exclusive research.
Apr 08
Core Standards
Being in charge of procurement at a nuclear decommissioning site comes with its own set of challenges. But commercial director Steve Morgan brings a disciplined approach – and it’s getting results, writes David Rae.
Apr 08
Jean-Philippe Collin - The Lean Machine
Whether he's the CPO or the Chief Executive, Jean-Philippe Collin is the driving force behind car manufacturer Peugeot, writes David Rae.
Apr 08
The 21st century challenge
The future will be marked by rising demand for skilled professionals offering services – and this has consequences for CPOs, says Andy Kyte.
Feb 08
Jean-Francois Baril - The inside outsider
His career has taken him from his native France to the UK, the US and Africa. Now based in Finland with Nokia, Jean-François Baril talks to Mark Whitehead about supplier relationships and his four components for success.
Jan 08
Scenario: How do you get the best out of your people?
It is often said that people are your most important assets, and this is certainly true in procurement. But how do you get the best out of your people?
Jan 08
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