Purchasing And Supply Chain Management

by Monczka, Robert M.; Handfield, Robert B.; Giunipero, Larry C.; Patterson, James L.

• ISBN13: 9780324381344
• ISBN10: 0324381344
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-07-23
• Publisher: South-Western College/West

Summary

PURCHASING AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT, 4rd Edition is a turnkey solution for providing current and thorough coverage for this critical area of the supply chain. This book is not only a text but a reference as well, and is established as one of the leading-edge strategy and purchasing books. You'll gain contextual insights and knowledge into the strategies, processes, and practices of purchasing through use of the many cases and examples. Because of their relationships with executives and practitioners worldwide, the authors are able to present unique and up-to-date insights that lead to greater understanding of the purchasing process.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Introduction to Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

Purchasing Operations And Structure

The Purchasing Process

Purchasing Policy and Procedures

Purchasing and Supplier Integration for Competitive Advantage

Purchasing and Supply Chain Organization

Strategic Sourcing

Purchasing and Category/Commodity Strategy Development

Supplier Evaluation and Selection

Supplier Quality Management

Supplier Management and Development: Creating a World-Class Supply Base

Global Sourcing

Strategic Sourcing Processes

Strategic Cost Management

Purchasing and Supply Chain Analysis: Tools and Techniques

Effective Negotiations: Preparation and Execution

Contracting: Developing and Managing Effective Contracts

Purchasing Law and Ethics

Critical Supply Chain Elements

Managing Supply Chain Inventory and Delivering Perfect Customer Orders

Purchasing Services

Supply Chain Information and E-Systems

Sourcing and Supply Performance Measurement and Evaluation

Future Directions

Purchasing and Supply Chain Changes and Trends

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