Next Level Purchasing Association (NLPA) is the world's largest procurement association and the source of the SPSM Family of Certifications & the SPSM-BOK
Durham, North Carolina
Joined May 2008
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What is a common challenge when dealing with vendor names in procurement data systems?
0%Vendors hide legal names
0%Vendor model changes
100%Limits on vendor data
0%Name variations
1 votes • Final resultsWhen evaluating training or certification options, what helps you decide faster?
0%Clear certifi pathways
0%Simple navigation
0%Clear outcomes
0%Transparent pricing info
0 votes • Final results
Strategic procurement planning should begin with:
0%Review past POs
100%Benchmark suppliers
0%Align with org goals
0%Dept supplier input
1 votes • Final results
“Supply Chain visibility is no longer optional. It's the new currency of trust in global trade.”
— Kenji Matsuo, VP of Supply Chain Innovation, Pacific Logistics Group
When evaluating suppliers, which approach best supports long-term value over short-term savings?
0%Go with lowest bidder
0%Choose familiar brands
0%Use weighted scoring
0%Pick frequent discounters
0 votes • Final results“A good Procurement team buys products. A great one earns trust, mitigates risk, and drives transformation.”
— Nina Patel, Director of Procurement Excellence, Delta Industries
Which action could most seriously undermine supplier trust and competitive fairness during sourcing?
0%Ask Bid Price Details
0%Share Quote to Leverage
0%Request Supplier Proof
0%RFP: All Vendors
0 votes • Final results
Here’s to a day filled with treats, no tricks and zero Supply Chain scares. 👻
Wishing all Procurement pros a spooky, strategic, and successful Halloween! 🕸️
#HappyHalloween #ProcurementPros #SupplyChainSuccess #NLPA #SpookySourcing
“Procurement is no longer about just buying at the lowest cost—it's about delivering value, managing risk, and enabling innovation across the supply chain.”
— Paul Polizzotto, Founder & CEO of Givewith, Supply Chain Innovator
#nlpaconsulting #procurementstrategy
“The supply chain is the business. Every disruption is a leadership test—and every recovery is a competitive opportunity.”
— Tom Linton, Former CPO at Flextronics & Global Supply Chain Thought Leader
“The next generation of procurement leaders will be those who understand data, manage risk proactively, and build strong, ethical supplier ecosystems.”
— Dawn Tiura, President & CEO, Sourcing Industry Group (SIG)
#NLPA #Procurement #Procurementleaders
“Procurement is no longer just about cost reduction. It’s about creating value, building resilience, and driving innovation across the entire supply chain.”
— Dr. Elouise Epstein, Partner at Kearney & Digital Procurement Visionary
#Procurement #SupplierStrategy #NLPA
"The best supply chains aren’t just fast and cost-effective. They are also agile and adaptable to handle uncertainty and risk." – Yossi Sheffi (MIT Professor & Supply Chain Expert)
#Procurement #SupplyChain #Logistics #BusinessSuccess #Efficiency
