Brett Sandman

Most procurement professionals were never formally trained. They learned through pressure, supplier calls, and urgent requests. That works until it does not. This program builds the structure behind better sourcing decisions. http://ow.ly/EZHK30sVhYU

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Not every business needs a full-time procurement team. But most businesses do need procurement to work properly. That��s where fractional procurement support earns its keep. It fills short-term resource gaps and provides medium-term procurement and supply chain leadership when teams are stretched, scaling, or dealing with “just one more urgent request”. The benefits are simple: Senior procurement capability without permanent headcount Faster decisions, fewer workarounds, better supplier outcomes Cost control and governance without slowing the business down Support that scales up or down as demand changes Think of it like borrowing experience instead of recruiting it, no onboarding, no long goodbyes, and no desk plants to look after. If procurement is important, but a full-time hire feels premature, fractional support is often the sensible middle ground. Happy to chat if this resonates. #Procurement #FractionalProcurement #SupplyChain #CostControl #CommercialLeadership

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Funding & Procurement Mini-Guide (School Leaders’ Edition) Before you buy more student devices… 🧾 School leaders often ask us for a simple checklist, here it is. Five key questions to help you get better value and avoid surprises: ✅ Warranty & AD cover: 3 vs 5 years, what’s included or excluded? ✅ Setup & imaging: Is deployment to your school’s profile included? ✅ After-sales support: What happens if issues arise mid-year? ✅ Sustainability: Are refurb options or online learning resources available? ✅ Total cost: Device + setup + warranty + accessories (pens, docks, cases). 💡 Each decision matters. Align your procurement approach with the Digital Strategy for Schools to 2027, supporting access, sustainability, and long-term value. 👉 Learn more about school-led digital learning at www.oliveforeducation.ie #SchoolLeadership #Procurement #EdTech #Budget #PostPrimary #OliveForEducation

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A major win for supply chain professionals! The new Project Management for Supply Chain Professional Certificate from CSCMP is now available on LinkedIn Learning and for a limited time, all ten CSCMP certificates are free. Each program delivers practical, real-world knowledge designed to strengthen operational expertise, leadership skills, and career readiness for the modern supply chain. Start building your professional edge, earn recognition from CSCMP, and take the next step toward SCPro Level 1 certification. 👉 Explore the full series here: https://lnkd.in/dugXEXeM #AlwaysBeLearning #MrSupplyChain #SupplyChain #CSCMP #CareerGrowth

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A major win for supply chain professionals! The new Project Management for Supply Chain Professional Certificate from CSCMP is now available on LinkedIn Learning and for a limited time, all ten CSCMP certificates are free. Each program delivers practical, real-world knowledge designed to strengthen operational expertise, leadership skills, and career readiness for the modern supply chain. Start building your professional edge, earn recognition from CSCMP, and take the next step toward SCPro Level 1 certification. 👉 Explore the full series here: https://lnkd.in/dugXEXeM #AlwaysBeLearning #MrSupplyChain #SupplyChain #CSCMP #CareerGrowth

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"Procurement Evolution: From Paper to Digital Mastery    Procurement is no longer about piles of paper, chaotic spreadsheets, and chasing signatures.  Today’s procurement pro is a strategist, a data thinker — a digital expert.    📍 Before:  — Approvals took weeks  — Manual errors everywhere  — No transparency  — Full-time micromanagement    Now (with Procure.az):  — Automation and visibility  — Data- and risk-driven decisions  — Smart analytics  — Easy collaboration across teams and vendors    Going digital doesn’t just make your job easier —  It levels up your entire profession."

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The work didn’t just get harder; it exploded 🧨 We’ve reached the limit of what manual oversight can achieve in procurement & merchandising It’s time for a teammate, like Natalie, that never sleeps, never misses a market signal, and turns "impossible" complexity into millions in savings 💰  👉 GetGain.com Michael Gabay Elon Hait Dor Israeli Dana Markman Sitt Jason Busch Constantin Lutz Yotam Dauber Michael Westman Tomer Gerbi

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💬 “The dedicated approach offered many opportunities, not just for training but also for understanding the transition at a high level." - Brad Micciche Wayne State University has saved $2.5 million per year since transforming its procurement operations with JAGGAER’s eProcurement platform — streamlining processes, cutting approval times, and empowering 800 users across campus. Before the transformation, the university faced manual requisitions, paper invoices, and limited supplier visibility. With the new system, it now processes 70,000 invoices annually with 95% of payments automated, requisition times cut nearly in half, and P-Card spend reduced by 20%. By digitizing procure-to-pay and leveraging punchout catalogs and strategic supplier relationships, Wayne State has turned its procurement team into a model of agility, transparency, and cost control — all while supporting its sustainability goals through paperless processes. A remarkable example of how modern procurement isn’t just about savings — it’s about smarter, faster, and more connected operations. 🔗 Read now: https://lnkd.in/gn6VZPwD #Procurement #HigherEducation #DigitalTransformation #eProcurement #Automation #FutureOfSourcing #PublicSector

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When everything changes, who helps you adapt? A few months ago, a Director came to us mid-reorg. His role had shifted. His team was confused. Culture? Cracking. Influence? Fading. He didn't need a pep talk. He needed strategy. And space. In just a few sessions, we walked away with: ✔️ A renewed sense of purpose ✔️ A redefined role – aligned with his strengths ✔️ A game plan to rebuild trust and lead up, down, and across This is what our Group Coaching Program is for. We help leaders rise in the middle of the messy. 🎟️Use code FREEMONTH to try your first month of coaching, completely free. ✳️ Promo valid for first time coaching clients

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Do you need procurement consulting or fractional procurement leadership?    For many organizations, it comes down to understanding what they are trying to address. Some situations call for targeted support around a specific challenge or project, while others require ongoing procurement leadership.    Our latest blog explores how mid-market organizations can think about the difference between these two models and when each tends to make sense. https://lnkd.in/eZp4cju2

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⚠️ Why do some procurement professionals see risk everywhere while others see opportunity? Faced with the same supplier signal, one escalates immediately, while another moves forward with confidence. Same data. Completely different decisions. The difference isn’t in the facts, it’s in how we perceive risk. 💡 This article explores how ProcureDNA shapes your risk sensitivity, tolerance, and response style and why understanding your own “risk lens” is critical for better decision-making. 👉 Are you protecting value or unlocking it? 👉 And do you know when to do which? 🔗 Read the full insights here: https://lnkd.in/ghPGWtAQ #Procurement #RiskManagement #SupplyChain #9ProcurementTypes #DecisionMaking #TheMBTIForProcurement

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Is your procurement data a goldmine or a graveyard?  Most companies are "spending blind" because their data is trapped across disconnected business units and thousands of SKUs. We help industry leaders break these silos, turning millions of messy transactions into a single source of truth and significant annual savings. Swipe through to see how our BluMor engine transforms raw data into a competitive advantage. #Procurement #SupplyChain #YCPSupplyChain #AIAnalytics #MachineLearning #ArtificialIntelligence #BluMor

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Hot take: Most procurement training is a total waste of time. Why? Because it’s stuck in theory, checklists, and one-off workshops that don’t change behavior. Teams leave with notes, not skills. Here’s the reality 👇 Training without metrics = no impact. Tool demos ≠ strategy. Soft skills like negotiation and influence are ignored. Knowledge fades if there’s no reinforcement. The fix: Make training hands-on, role-specific, and tied directly to procurement KPIs. Blend hard skills with soft skills. Reinforce continuously. 👉 Be honest: What’s the WORST procurement training you’ve ever sat through?

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📊 Procurement Benchmark Report 2025: Education Snapshot! Education leaders are doing more with less but manual processes are holding teams back. Here’s what the data shows: ➡️ 19.6 hrs Requisition-to-PO cycle time ➡️ 57.5 hrs AP processing time ➡️ 38.8% of spend via catalogs ➡️ $52K avg. spend per vendor Top performers automate, consolidate, and gain visibility. 👉 https://lnkd.in/geKknQfA #EducationFinance #Procurement #SpendManagement #EdLeaders

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A major win for supply chain professionals! The new Project Management for Supply Chain Professional Certificate from CSCMP is now available on LinkedIn Learning and for a limited time, all ten CSCMP certificates are free. Each program delivers practical, real-world knowledge designed to strengthen operational expertise, leadership skills, and career readiness for the modern supply chain. Start building your professional edge, earn recognition from CSCMP, and take the next step toward SCPro Level 1 certification. 👉 Explore the full series here: https://lnkd.in/dugXEXeM #AlwaysBeLearning #MrSupplyChain #SupplyChain #CSCMP #CareerGrowth

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A major win for supply chain professionals! The new Project Management for Supply Chain Professional Certificate from CSCMP is now available on LinkedIn Learning and for a limited time, all ten CSCMP certificates are free. Each program delivers practical, real-world knowledge designed to strengthen operational expertise, leadership skills, and career readiness for the modern supply chain. Start building your professional edge, earn recognition from CSCMP, and take the next step toward SCPro Level 1 certification. 👉 Explore the full series here: https://lnkd.in/dugXEXeM #AlwaysBeLearning #MrSupplyChain #SupplyChain #CSCMP #CareerGrowth

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Procurement reporting works best as an early signal, not a retrospective exercise. When leaders have real-time visibility into spend patterns, supplier performance, risk indicators, and compliance, they can forecast with confidence and act quickly as conditions change. Timely, accurate insight supports faster decisions and fewer last-minute course corrections, positioning procurement as a strategic advisor that helps guide the business forward. Read more about the importance of #procurement reporting: http://spr.ly/6047CaKL5

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The procurement profession is growing faster than the supply of talent. 50,000+ procurement jobs across North America. But universities aren't teaching the practical skills employers need. The gap? → Frameworks over theory → Portfolio over certifications → Decision-making over textbook knowledge. This is why career switchers often outperform traditional candidates. They bring fresh perspectives and transferable skills. #Procurement #CareerChange #SupplyChain

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