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As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to escalate, the supply chain sector is reeling from the shock of one of the most devastating and unpredictable global developments in living memory. It is also bracing itself for a long journey of disruption, rising costs, logistical challenges and product shortages.  The vast majority of markets are…

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I read an interesting article by Daniel Lane from Baringa  on his experiences with ADHD. Members of my family have been diagnosed with ADHD and Dyslexia (including myself) and I’m positive many others have Neurodiversity traits that have never been tested and fully diagnosed. All these diagnosed family members struggled at school before finding ways to…

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As we tentatively brush off the shackles of the pandemic it’s time for procurement and supply chain professionals to start preparing for in-person events again. Naturally, this won’t be possible for everyone but we are willing to bet that all the events listed below will be making sure those who prefer or need a virtual…

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Promoting the development of soft skills in the workplace has enjoyed more recognition in recent years, and rightly so. If you take a moment to imagine what your workplace would be like without colleagues that are effective communicators, good decision-makers and know how to solve problems before they escalate, you’ll see straight away why soft…

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Sustainability continues to be a hot topic in the world of procurement and supply chain. Forward-thinking companies are looking for ways to source low-impact, environmentally friendly and ethical produce, and identify methods for reducing waste throughout their operations.  This article takes a high-level look at the sustainability developments in the coming year. From shifts in…

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Whether your business is new to the market or a well-established player, attracting the top procurement and supply chain talent is vital. The trouble is, recruitment is an increasingly competitive world and you need to be able to entice the best people before your competitors do.  This may all sound rather unfriendly on the budget,…

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The journey towards digital interconnection has increased significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic. This trend is reflected in Gartner’s report on the Top Supply Chain Technology Themes for 2021. Gartner’s analysis usually identifies individual technologies that are shaping the sector, but this year they have focused on overarching themes that incorporate several or more technologies.  Here…

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Looking forward to being back at work? Champing at the bit to get out in the world again? It has been an incredibly hard year or so, and while the relief of additional freedoms is palpable, there are also a number of concerns around approaching the so-called ‘new normal’. Particularly when it comes to heading…

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Many of us have changed our priorities or had a career epiphany in the last year or so. There’s nothing like a crisis to make you reconsider where your life is headed or what you want to achieve. If you have started to reevaluate your career path or you’ve decided to pivot your career entirely…

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With the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel shining a little brighter week by week (fingers crossed) businesses are starting to look to the future and adapt to a rather different world. This blog will offer some suggestions on how procurement can help companies emerge stronger from the COVID pandemic. As always, we…

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While businesses need the top talent to succeed and thrive there are a number of other things that are required to build the ideal workforce. From understanding digital transformation to establishing a great team culture, read on to discover why talent isn’t all you need to build the perfect procurement and supply chain team.   …

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Procurement and supply chain is a dynamic sector to work in – even in so-called normal times. The impact of the pandemic, Brexit and a variety of other geo-political and socio-political situations have resulted in a number of challenges of late. As a sector, we have had to adapt and overcome the obstacles. We have…

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If the world around you seems to be changing at a breakneck speed, you’re not alone. The way we see it, the best approach right now is to stay positive, limit the time you spend on news websites and prepare for a better year ahead. As we know, the world of procurement and supply chain…

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Procurement and supply chain roles – how these might change in the future. Procurement and supply chain roles are constantly evolving and changing to meet the demands of a highly dynamic sector. The impact of the pandemic has added extra layers of complexity to the supply chain and forced our industry to review the way…

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Achieving a great work/life balance is just a dream, right? Something that is only possible for self-employed people who post annoying photos on social media of them gazing out at a turquoise sea while working on their laptop? Not necessarily. Even during so-called ‘normal times’ many of us are desperate for more time in the…

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Finding the perfect hire for your business is complex. Some people perform better in interviews than they do in real life and vice versa. Plus, even some of the most experienced and personable business leaders aren’t great in an interview setting. It can be a real challenge to work out if a candidate will be…

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At the time of writing, the world is just starting to tentatively celebrate the various positive news stories around the coronavirus vaccine. It’s finally looking less like 2021 won’t be another year or disruption and dread. We’ve all learnt a lot in the last nine months or so about how to adapt and survive in…

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It seems like a lifetime ago that the business world was still reluctant to accept let alone encourage a culture of remote working. And now look where we are. The coronavirus pandemic has turned the world upside down and with it, the way we work and recruit. Who knows what will happen in the next…

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The business world has learned a great deal about itself in 2020, I think we can all agree. We have adapted in ways that we would have thought impossible just one year ago. Many of us have found a new appreciation of our coworkers and certainly of our IT team as we struggle with seemingly…

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The last six months or so have presented us with a series of challenges – both personal and professional – that we could not have imagined a year ago. But while challenges can overwhelm us, they also present opportunities for adaptation, and for making improvements. I am by no means saying that the pandemic and…

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I went out to dinner with some good friends a few weeks ago. We were discussing the different challenges of work and childcare and one of them said: “But you’re a feminist, Saffa, so you’re less maternal.” Later the same evening, another friend said that women are “too emotional” for the boardroom. These two comments…

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Promoting sustainability in the supply chain is now more important than ever. Customers are actively seeking out companies that opt for ethical suppliers, and shareholders and investors are putting companies under increasing pressure to ensure their end-to-end supply chain is as environmentally and socially conscious as possible.  The benefits of adopting this approach are significant…

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I think we can all agree that 2020 has been a challenging year all round. For those of us working in procurement and supply chain, we have had to adapt to new ways of working, fluctuating costs and demand and all manner of other operational changes. While health experts warn of a second wave of…

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Whether the UK workforce continues to return to the office or settles in further to home working, the world of recruitment continues to adjust to the unprecedented upheavals of 2020. Many businesses have been forced to postpone or cancel hiring. And many candidates have found their offers rescinded. But before we switch to some seemingly…

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We are pleased to share this week’s top 10 Procurement and Supply Chain jobs. We are urgently looking for exceptional candidates for the below positions, please have a good read and e-mail the consultant on the advert for more information about this and other live jobs. To view all of Bramwith’s live procurement and supply…

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Building, and maintaining strong supplier relationships is vital in the procurement and supply chain sector. Most businesses rely on a variety of external suppliers; manufacturers and vendors, distributors and so on. Making sure you communicate well with each supplier and that you listen to their needs and goals will help forge good long-term relationships and…

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We hardly need to mention the impact COVID-19 has had on the procurement and supply chain sector. In fact, Fortune reported in February that 94% of the Fortune 1000 companies had already experienced supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19. As the world adapted to the crisis – to restrictions in movement and global factory closures…

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Studies show that recruiters typically scan a CV for just six seconds before making a decision on the applicant. So if you’re searching for your dream job, making sure your CV is as impressive as possible should be the number one priority. Your resume is usually the first chance to get noticed by a potential…

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This International Woman’s Day is focused on the theme ‘Balance for better’. It isn’t about more of a preference towards women; it is about creating a more gender-balanced world, particularly in business. Having been a female company owner and managing director for over 12 years, I am in a key position to lead by example…

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