Would you like to know which analytics tools are used in the purchasing departments of companies worldwide? And are you curious to know to what extent your company already has Business Analytics capabilities? For his master thesis at the University of Tilburg Harry Aa is researching the relationship between Business Analytics and Purchasing Performance. The […]
JOB DISCRIPTION An integral part of the team, responsible for all aspects of procurement related activities against client requirements, contracts, ensuring budgeted margin is maintained and approved. A hands on approach, dealing directly with vendors, concentrating on critical suppliers in accordance with company quality processes and procedures. A proven track record in procurement is essential […]
On April 8th 60 Master students of the University of Groningen presented their two books on the state of Strategic Purchasing in 2016. Both books are written as part of the Master course Purchasing of the Faculty of Economics & Business of the University of Groningen. This is the fourth time that a similar project […]
After the Back2School event at the Maastricht University last September we have now received a request from three students who are working on their Master Thesis at the Maastricht University. The topic is ‘Innovation in the purchasing profession’. They have reached out to YPP in order to get as much participants for their survey as […]
We received several questions about the planning and travel arrangements for the study trip to Jungheinrich. So here’s a quick update from our side. We will arrange carpooling on Tuesday, April 19th, but you can make your own travel arrangements if you prefer. A welcome dinner will be organized at 20:00, so we aim to […]
Procurement 2020+ @ Jungheinrich In just 6 weeks the strategic purchasing department of Jungheinrich opens its doors exclusively for YPP members. During the study trip we will explore and understand the complexity of the markets and different business areas of the organization. Jungheinrich will take us on a journey to “Procurement in 2020 and beyond” […]
YPP 2016 conference theme and partner Every year YPP organizes the YPP conference, which is at the top of the bill of all YPP events. Those who are familiar with the previous editions know what we are talking about. With relevant procurement themes, great speakers and excellent locations we are proud of every edition so […]
“This year’s YPP New Year’s event was organised at Benefit. With a great turn-out of over 30 enthusiast young professionals the topic change management in procurement was on the agenda. Procurement and change are linked together irrespectively of the organization you work for. Determining the impact and complexity of a change, top management support and […]