It’s inevitable. Despite seasons pave with good intentions and early team victories, every supply chain professional will confront their career defining “4th quarter” moment.
Master negotiators are forged, not born. And for procurement pros specifically, vendor negotiations are prime-time do-or-die moments defining career success.
Just like in sports, negotiations in global supply chain require similar prowess in navigating complex dynamics between different cultures to reach mutually-agreeable outcomes.
You walk into the office with your fresh cup of coffee in hand, ready to take on another week of managing the complex web of suppliers, logistics providers, and customers that keep your company's operations running smoothly.