1996 Purchasing Today Article Index
Term selected: Skills
A valuable reference tool, the Article Index is a comprehensive list of articles that have appeared in Inside Supply Management® (formerly Purchasing Today® and NAPM Insights®) magazine. Articles are organized by subject for easy locating and study.
How do purchasing and supply management's required skill sets compare to those needed for other professions?
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What skills do we need, why do we need them, and how can we acquire those we lack?
Yesterday's purchaser pushed paper. Today's purchaser manages relationships. Purchasing and supply management professionals discuss their shift from tactical- to strategic-based responsibilities.