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Category Archives: Purchasing
MEPs vote to make procurement rules more socially responsible
The European Parliament internal market committee has approved procurement reforms to ensure public authorities award contracts on the basis of the most advantageous economic, social and environmental criteria.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, Law, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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General Motors appoints Grace Lieblin as CPO
The automotive manufacturer has selected Grace Lieblin, the managing director of the company’s Brazilian operation, to replace Bob Socia as vice president of global purchasing and supply chain.
Posted in 2012, Careers, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Steve Morgan to join Ministry of Defence procurement
The former capital director at BAA is to take up a role in the commercial function at Defence Equipment & Support in January.
Posted in 2012, Careers, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Fixed-term project managers in demand
Buyers able to manage projects such as software implementation and business migration are currently needed by companies, according to Badenoch & Clark.
Posted in 2012, Careers, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Proxima hires former Royal Mint CPO Gail Roberts
The Royal Mint’s former supply chain director has joined procurement outsourcing business Proxima as director of shared services.
Posted in 2012, Careers, cat-news, News, Outsourcing, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Food and drink prices to rise in 2013
The impact of climate change and increased trade in the developing world mean food and drink inflation will continue to affect buyers next year.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing
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NEPO meets social care aims with national framework
“This is a potential step change for the future of procurement and social care,” NEPO director Ian Taylor tells SM.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing
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Levi’s cuts toxic chemicals from supply chain
Following a social media campaign, the jeans manufacturer has committed to phase out hazardous chemicals from its supply chain by 2020.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain, Sustainability
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Manufacturers urge government for SME support
Attempts to boost UK SMEs have been communicated poorly and are too slow, according to an industry report.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Purchasing, Supply chain
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Rotherham Trust looks for low-carbon innovation
Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust claims it is shaking up the supply chain, asking suppliers to compete to provide low-carbon catering for its hospital.
Posted in 2012, cat-news, News, Public sector, Purchasing, Sustainability
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