Scope
Identify the product groups, recurring needs and responsibilities to discuss.
Discuss defined product groups, recurring parts lists or a complete sourcing task with one procurement partner.
Discuss outsourcing
From a complete requirement to a planned shipment.Identify the product groups, recurring needs and responsibilities to discuss.
Review pricing, availability, lead time and the total sourcing picture.
Keep quantities, conditions and delivery requirements together.
Agree how purchasing, incoming goods and communication are handled.
Plan a combined shipment or staged requirements where agreed.
Include a typical item list, buying frequency and your internal approval process. Explain the supplier tasks you want support with and which decisions remain with your team.
Prepare an inquiry
Start with a part number, a complete list or a procurement question.