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I wanted to tell you about three exciting new tools to help you grow in your purchasing and supply management career. Two of the most important aspects of growing your career are networking and education.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t miss updates on Procurement & Supply Chain, Subscribe here!<\/p>\n

Networking involves meeting and interacting with your purchasing peers. In the past, meeting your fellow purchasers has been difficult. But Next Level Purchasing has made this easier for you (and free) with Tool #1 and Tool #2.<\/p>\n

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\nTool #1 \u2013 SPSM Group on LinkedIn
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\nLinkedIn is an online network of more than 24 million experienced professionals from around the world, representing 150 industries. When you join, you create a profile that summarizes your professional accomplishments. Your profile helps you find and be found by former, current, and future colleagues.<\/p>\n

Next Level Purchasing has set up the \u201cSPSM Group\u201d on LinkedIn. The SPSM Group is designed to facilitate networking between purchasing professionals who have earned the SPSM Certification from Next Level Purchasing. While it is designed primarily for SPSM\u2019s, anyone with an interest in the SPSM Certification or connecting with purchasing professionals who have earned the SPSM Certification is welcome to join.<\/p>\n

To join this group, follow these instructions:<\/p>\n

1. Go to http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

2. If you haven\u2019t already joined LinkedIn, follow the on-screen prompts to join<\/p>\n

3. Find the search area at the top right of the screen, which consists of a drop down box, a text box, and a Search button<\/p>\n

4. Select \u201cGroups\u201d from the drop down box<\/p>\n

5. Type \u201cSPSM\u201d in the text box<\/p>\n

6. Click the search button<\/p>\n

7. You will see \u201cSPSM \u2013 Senior Professional in Supply Management Group\u201d in the search results<\/p>\n

8. Click on \u201cJoin this group\u201d and follow the on-screen instructions to join this group<\/p>\n

9. Check back on the group daily and see the new members that have joined the group. You may find someone who you wish to connect with.<\/p>\n

Tip: If you have earned your SPSM Certification, be sure to modify your profile so that your last name is in a format such as \u201cLastname, SPSM\u201d (e.g., mine would be \u201cDominick, SPSM\u201d).
\nThis allows the SPSM credentials to appear after your name on LinkedIn, letting others know instantly that you have achieved this standard of excellence in the profession.<\/p>\n

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\nTool #2 \u2013 SPSM Group on Facebook
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\nFacebook is a social utility that connects people with friends and others who share their interests. People use Facebook to keep up with friends, upload an unlimited number of photos, share links and videos, and learn more about the people they meet.<\/p>\n

Next Level Purchasing has set up the \u201cSPSM Group\u201d on Facebook.
\nThe SPSM Group is designed to facilitate networking between purchasing professionals who have earned the SPSM Certification from Next Level Purchasing. While it is designed primarily for SPSM\u2019s, anyone with an interest in the SPSM Certification or connecting with purchasing professionals who have earned the SPSM Certification is welcome to join.<\/p>\n

To join this group, follow these instructions:<\/p>\n

1. Go to http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

2. If you haven\u2019t already joined Facebook, follow the on-screen prompts to join<\/p>\n

3. Find the search area at the top left of the screen<\/p>\n

4. Type \u201cSPSM\u201d in the text box and press the Enter key on your keyboard<\/p>\n

5. You will see \u201cSPSM \u2013 Senior Professional in Supply Management Group\u201d in the search results<\/p>\n

6. Click on \u201cJoin Group\u201d and follow the on-screen instructions to join this group<\/p>\n

7. Check back on the group daily. Like LinkedIn, you will see the new members that have joined the group. There\u2019s also much more to do, such as interact on the message board, leave comments on our \u201cWall,\u201d upload videos, pictures, and links, and more!<\/p>\n

Now, onto education with Tool #3\u2026<\/p>\n

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\nTool #3 \u2013 New Online Class
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\nNext Level Purchasing has just launched a new online class \u201cExecuting A Global Sourcing Strategy.\u201d If you are \u2013 or are planning on \u2013 buying from suppliers from outside of your country, there are many mistakes that you must avoid. Executing A Global Sourcing Strategy will help you be successful in the complex activity of global sourcing.<\/p>\n

Learn more about Executing A Global Sourcing Strategy at http:\/\/www.NextLevelPurchasing.com\/global-sourcing-strategy<\/p>\n

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As you can see, we\u2019ve been busy here at Next Level Purchasing trying to give you everything you need to succeed in purchasing and supply management. We hope that you can take advantage of at least one of these new tools as a way of achieving your goals.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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