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Procurement Services Consulting offers the full range of procurement services, from development and preparation of RFPs & RFQs through to risk management, performance analysis and training.
What we offer
Preparation & execution of procurement processes
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Request for Proposal (RFP) development Drafting comprehensive RFPs to solicit competitive bids from suppliers, ensuring clarity across specifications, scope and evaluation criteria.
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Request for Quotation (RFQ) management
Preparing RFQs for sourcing goods or services, focusing on price comparisons and negotiating terms. -
Bid evaluation & scoring
Establishing and implementing weighted scoring models to assess supplier responses based on technical, financial and qualitative criteria. -
Contract negotiation & award
Leading negotiations to secure favourable terms and conditions with selected suppliers, ensuring compliance with procurement policies. -
E-procurement systems implementation Introducing and managing electronic procurement platforms to streamline sourcing, tendering and contract award processes.
Risk management & compliance
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Procurement risk assessment
Identifying and mitigating risks within the procurement process, including supplier risks, market risks and compliance with regulatory requirements. -
Compliance audits
Ensuring procurement activities adhere to internal policies, ethical guidelines and external legal frameworks (eg anti-bribery laws, environmental regulations). -
Supplier risk management
Implementing risk mitigation strategies by regularly assessing supplier financial health, performance and compliance with contract terms. -
Sustainability & ethical sourcing
Assisting in developing and implementing policies that ensure responsible sourcing practices, focusing on environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria.
Streamlining & optimising procurement processes
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Process mapping & re-engineering
Conducting detailed mapping of procurement workflows to identify inefficiencies, redundancies and bottlenecks, followed by re-engineering to streamline operations. -
Procurement strategy development
Crafting a strategic procurement plan that aligns with organisational goals, focusing on cost reduction, value creation and risk mitigation. -
Category management
Grouping similar procurement needs and leveraging volume for better terms with suppliers. -
Supplier consolidation
Reducing the supplier base to a select group of high-performing, reliable vendors to drive efficiencies, negotiate better rates, and foster long-term relationships. -
Spend analysis
Analysing historical spending data to identify patterns, leakage or non-compliance with procurement policies, and using insights to optimise future sourcing. -
Sourcing optimisation
Leveraging strategic sourcing techniques, such as e-auctions, consortium buying or global sourcing, to achieve cost savings and ensure supply chain reliability. -
Automation of requisition & approval workflows
Introducing automation tools to streamline internal requisition, approval and purchase order processes, reducing lead times and manual errors. -
Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis
Assessing the entire lifecycle cost of goods and services, including acquisition, operation and disposal costs, to make more informed procurement decisions. -
Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
Automating and optimising the contract management process, from initial drafting and negotiation to ongoing performance monitoring and renewal management.
Performance measurement & continuous improvement
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KPI development
Establishing relevant KPIs, such as procurement savings, supplier performance and lead times, to measure procurement efficiency and effectiveness. -
Supplier performance management Implementing scorecards and regular performance reviews to ensure suppliers meet contractual obligations and service level agreements (SLAs).
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Cost reduction initiatives
Identifying opportunities for cost savings through process improvements, supplier negotiations and alternative sourcing strategies. -
Lean procurement
Applying Lean methodology to eliminate waste and inefficiencies in procurement processes, reducing costs and improving process speed. -
Procurement maturity assessments
Conducting assessments to evaluate the current state of procurement processes and recommending steps to elevate the function to world-class standards.
Training & capacity building
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Procurement best practices training
Developing training plans and assisting with implementation. -
Sourcing compliance training packages
Enabling your business to automate compliance training and reduce risk.