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How to write a stand-out cover letter for procurement jobs
- 24 Feb 2025
Strong cover letters leave a lasting impression on employers and can help you stand out from the crowd. Here are some key elements to get right in your cover letter.
Four ways that MCIPS can transform your career
- 30 Jul 2024
Achieving MCIPS can be a real career-enhancer. Those with MCIPS have a blend of skills that are not only important now but will be valued in years to come.
Five key soft skills that every CPO needs
- 30 Jul 2024
Chief procurement officers should be many things: strategic, decisive, purposeful and adaptive, but also communicative.
Five skills to focus on in 2024
- 30 Jul 2024
Getting ahead in your procurement and supply career means having the right balance of knowledge, expertise, and experience. And knowing which skills to focus on.
Do procurement differently, grow your career and learn
- 29 Jun 2023
We spoke to Emma Law, head of strategy and resources at Orbis Procurement, for her insight into the team culture, local government job opportunities and top tips for your job application
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Relocating to New Zealand? Here’s how it could fast-track your career
- 22 Mar 2023
We spoke to Justin Brochocki about why he relocated to New Zealand and what opportunities could be waiting for you right now.
Q&A: Procuring a new career with renewable energy giant Drax
- 21 Feb 2023
We spoke to Caroline Levitt at Drax about what it’s like to work there, exciting upcoming projects, and the plethora of career opportunities.
Job description: Supply chain administrator
- 12 Mar 2020
We outline some of the key duties and personal attributes desired of supply chain administrators.
Job description: Category manager
- 12 Feb 2020
In this article, we explore the key responsibilities, skills and personal qualities of a category manager as well as salary expectations.
How to secure a more senior procurement role
- 30 Jan 2020
When looking to move into a more senior procurement position, the key to success is to emphasise your accomplishments in your previous or current roles.
Six signs it’s time to move on from your current role
- 8 Jan 2020
Need a new challenge or exciting career shift? It might be time for you to start looking for a new job. We outline six signs it could be time for you to start job hunting.
What roles are available in procurement and supply chain?
- 16 Dec 2019
In this article we will explore some of the key roles within procurement and supply chain management.
What is it like to be a procurement expert at PA Consulting?
- 5 Dec 2019
Insider insight from Cady Allen, principal consultant at PA Consulting, about what it’s like to work there and the procurement job opportunities available.
How to become a chief procurement officer (CPO)
- 14 Nov 2019
CPO is an important role in any business. For many in the profession, it is the pinnacle of their ambition to become CPO, so we take a look at what you need to do to get there.
Why are soft skills so important within supply chain management?
- 29 Oct 2019
We explore what soft skills are required to work in the supply chain profession and why they are so important.
What is it like to work as a commercial manager at the Ministry of Justice?
- 24 Oct 2019
Shauna Grant at the Ministry of Justice shares her insider insight into the organisation’s culture and commercial manager roles it’s recruiting for.
How to secure a more senior supply chain role
- 27 Aug 2019
We explore five key ways in which you can impress the hiring manager and secure a more senior position in supply chain management.
Job description: Buyer
- 31 Jul 2019
Buyers research, evaluate and purchase merchandise such as clothing, electronic goods, food etc. to resell to customers at retail or wholesale companies.
How to Minimise Supply Chain Risks
- 24 Jul 2019
We explore how you can minimise the potential risks in your supply chain.
Why you should consider a career in procurement and supply management
- 4 Jul 2019
Procurement and supply management professionals are increasingly being turned to by businesses to deliver growth and improve margins. As a profession, it is starting to get recognition as a major contributor to company growth, opening up great career opportunities to industry professionals. So, how can a career in procurement or supply management benefit you?
