Burt et al. Proactive Purchasing in the Supply Chain: The Key to World-Class Procurement

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A professional implementation guide focusing on certification, the green procurement process, return on investment, logistics, risk management, and social responsibility Supply Management, now in its 8th edition, has long been a favorite among supply management academics at every level, but has also proven to be extremely useful to professionals in the fields of supply chain management, procurement, project management, purchasing, and quality. Now, Proactive Purchasing in the Supply Chain transforms this classic book into the perfect package for those “in the trenches,” with details that show how a company can execute best-in-class procurement, and how to manage production and inventory control. The book also includes critical information on the new product development process to avoid costly design and production mistakes while producing successful engineering, marketing, production, and supply integration. Written by the most experienced team of authors in the field, with both real-world and academic backg