Industrial

Redefining purchasing: Supply chain management leaders

Scott Petty
October 2004

Fearing that the bubble of prosperity may burst, home builders are closely examining their supply chains, looking for the strategic edge and cost advantage in a highly competitive marketplace.

In this article, featured in GIANTS magazine, we present a “blueprint” of the competencies companies need to look for when hiring a supply chain executive. These include strong leadership and negotiating skills; having a business mindset; and being a strategic thinker.

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