What is procurement? What is the main work of a procurement officer?

Procurement is the process of translating customer requirements into the selection of highly capable suppliers, to timely, accurately, cost-effectively deliver high-quality, mission-critical inputs, and raw materials to internal customers. As well as assuring the accurate receipt and timely payment of all accrued invoices

The-main-work-of-a-procurement-officer is to:

  1. Create a Shared Vision for the Procurement Function, aligned to organizational objectives
  2. Translate Customer Needs into a robust network of processes, technology, and best practices to meet the needs.
  3. Align the Right People with the vision, and continuously develop them.
  4. Select the Right Metrics
  5. Create a Culture for Innovation and Supply Chain Excellence
  6. Develop Robust Rewards, Recognition and Talent Retention Programs
  7. Establish Accountability.

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