Category Archives: Supply chain

Construction buyers should share risk to get better deals

Cash flow is vital to small contractors experiencing the worse conditions in the sector, says Dr Noble Francis of the Construction Products Association.

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David Powell to apply his skills to Avon cosmetics

The global beauty company has appointed him as senior vice president of business transformation and global supply chain.

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Basmati rice costs to rise as a result of reduced production

The price of this particular grain is set to increase by almost 80 per cent as production is reduced in India and Pakistan.

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CIPS Middle East Awards open for entries

Procurement and supply teams and individuals based in the Middle East and North Africa have until 4 March to make their submissions.

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ChoiceOne appoints Andrew Gilkerson as procurement director

The healthcare services provider has hired Pfizer’s former category lead to help the company meet the purchasing objectives of its clients.

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HP lays down law on student labour

The company tells suppliers that student workers must only work on aspects directly related to their area of study as it toughens up guidelines.

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Ryder Cup contracts up for grabs on public sector portal

It is hoped advertising deals associated with the golf contest on the government site will provide opportunities to Scottish suppliers.

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Supply chain threats increasing but risk management is not

Firms are facing a growing amount of disruption to their supply chains but many do not have sufficient risk programmes in place to deal with them.

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Rebecca Spittle named as Omega Pharma’s head of supply chain

She will bolster the company’s senior management team following the acquisition of 10 household brands from GlaxoSmithKline.

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G4S to pay LOCOG £70 million in compensation

The security services supplier announced today it will pay an extra £20 million to the organisers of the 2012 Olympic games after failing to deliver on its agreement.

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