From the Back Cover
The ultimate goal of Supplier Selection is to leave you with the know-how and tools to continuously improve your selection of suppliers for your company. Judith Stimson takes the approach that there is always room for improvement. Her procurement process framework starts with a mission and vision, but then shows you how to proceed along two parallel paths in the achievement of excellence. These two processes are managing the procurement process and executing the purchasing transactions.
Supplier Selection contains a procurement process framework that extends far beyond the traditional mission and vision statements. Revolutionary in many ways, this book is about teaching you how to use care and effort in choosing from alternative suppliers of materials and services. Stimson's ultimate goal is to show you the methods and techniques which will allow you to continue the process of improving supplier selection.
The focus is on the practical ... examples from the real world ... and complete explanations of key processes. And most importantly, this book details an implementation process that is balanced and tied to company-wide goals.
Here is a book that provides you with the latest knowledge that you must know to succeed in the coming years.
Supplier Selection is the definitive guide to finding the suppliers to make your company into a World Class operation. Beginning with a process that shows how sourcing fits into your company's plans, the book progresses though internal and external considerations when selecting suppliers. Read this book and see how you and your company can be agents for change! And profit!
About the Author
Dr. Judith A. Stimson has over 20 years of industry and consulting experience in procurement, supply chain, organization design, and change management. She is currently an Associate Partner with the world's leading supply chain management consulting firm, and held multiple procurement and manufacturing positions in a 12-year career with The Procter & Gamble Company. She holds CPIM and CIRM certifications from APICS, lifetime C.P.M. certification from NAPM, and CMC certification from IMC. Industry recognition includes multiple speaking engagements and publications globally.
