JumpStart Program - Bronze Level
This level involves a complete review of the current supply chain system and suggestions for improving it.
Service Description
Type of Service: Project based
Should the client elect to proceed with the recommendations the following will be addressed:
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In-depth review of systems for efficiency, checks and balances.
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Map out suggested purchasing process.
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Review what a PO looks like and what it should look like.
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Create a Requisition (Req) where all pertinent information is captured.
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Determine if there is a hierarchy for spend limits and how to get signoff for next level approver.
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Create checks and balances to prevent fraud, abuse, and accountability.
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Review ERP and maximize automation for speedy execution.
Purchasing Process:
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Contracting process overview with goal of effective contract management.
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Creation and use of AVL (Approved Vendor List) and DVL (Disqualified Vendor List).
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Create a system for effective Category/Commodity/Supplier Management.
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Determine spend levels within each category and supplier.
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Arrange suppliers in large categories.
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Determine how a supplier is chosen and added.
Procurement Process:
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Dissection of current RFx process (if any) and determination of how used.
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Determine how many suppliers are under contract versus the total number of suppliers?
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Understand total spend and the amount that procurement is responsible.
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Address Rogue Spend and what can be done about it.
Strategic Sourcing Process:
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Review NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement) if any.
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Evaluate existing Contract Mangement System (if any).
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Assess Active and Non-Active (expired) contracts in the same location.
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Analyze how contracts are finalized, including legal review and stakeholder signoff.
Contracting Process:
​Purpose: The goal is review the current state and advise on how to create a clear and actionable roadmap that maximizes that is working and strategically addresses gaps so a greater impact can be achieved. Onsite travel will be required (plus expenses).
Estimated Time to Completion: 2-4 weeks
Deliverable: Report on what is going well and what can be improved.
Return on Investment: Help the company define value. Begin looking for quick wins as related to cost savings, process improvement and waste reduction. Depending on the size of the annual spend this could easily exceed $100K in hard and soft savings. Knowing what needs to be addressed is the best, first step!
Contact Details
713-202-5292
procurement.cs@yahoo.com
Houston, TX, USA