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Introducing: Tail Spend Talks ?? We’re launching Tail Spend Talks, your go-to monthly newsletter here on LinkedIn for everything you need to know about managing tail spend like a pro! This newsletter is dedicated to providing insightful content to help you understand the complexities, strategies, and best practices in managing this often-overlooked part of your supply chain. Why subscribe? Because tail spend doesn’t have to be a challenge; let us guide you to smarter, more efficient management practices. Subscribe now to stay in the loop! ?? #Sdi #TailSpendTalks #Newsletter

"What would you do?" ?? Every week, we’ll post a real-world procurement scenario, and we want to hear YOUR thoughts! ?? This week’s challenge ???? Scenario: You're tasked with cutting tail spend, but you can’t easily identify where the savings are hiding. #Sdi #TailSpend #CostSavings

Strong procurement teams don’t happen by chance - they’re built with intention. But too often, organizations rely on experience alone instead of a structured approach to developing talent. That’s where a capability framework makes all the difference???? 1. It defines the core skills procurement teams need. 2. It ensures consistency across roles and functions. 3. It helps leaders measure and improve team performance. 4. It supports career growth and retention. A capability framework isn’t just a tool - it’s an investment in long-term success. ?? #Sdi #?#TalentManagement #ProcurementStrategy

?? Bad news: your stakeholders expect seamless procurement support. ? Good news: a Procurement Service Center makes it possible. The right setup makes all the difference: ?? Centralized processes for efficiency ?? Expertise to handle complex sourcing ?? A seamless experience for stakeholders Because great procurement doesn’t feel like a process - it feels like progress. #sdi #procurement #PSC

We’ve already talked about how procurement teams often face a flood of support requests that can hinder quick issue resolution. But what’s REALLY holding you back from resolving issues fast and efficiently? ?? Poll time ?? #sdi #procurementchallenges #supportmanagement

Do you think #tailspend is too small to matter? Think again! ?? Outsourcing tail spend is more than just a cost-saving measure - it’s a strategic, smart move that can optimize your entire procurement process and help your team perform better. ?? Read the full article to understand how this can benefit your organization. #sdi #outsourcing #tailspendmanagement

Procurement teams often face an overwhelming number of support requests, getting lost in a flood of emails. ?? With multiple threads, long response times, and unclear resolutions, managing customer support can be a time-consuming nightmare. ? Too many emails. ? Searching for solutions across multiple threads. ? Slow response times that leave you waiting. What if there was a better way? Imagine having all your support requests in one place - no more email chaos, no more endless searches. PSC provides a unified, omnichannel solution that delivers fast, consistent answers from all your communication channels: email, phone, chat, and more. Learn more???? https://shorturl.at/EtnDl #sdi #supportsolutions #omnichannel

When we think about procurement, it’s easy to picture a male-dominated space, but we’re seeing a real change. Today, women make up 38% of the procurement workforce, with 25% in leadership roles. While that’s a positive sign of progress, it also shows we still have a long way to go. Indeed, even with all the contributions women are making, many still face barriers when it comes to career growth and leadership opportunities. Our commitment is more than just increasing numbers. We’re focused on supporting women with mentorship, creating policies that help them balance work and life, and building an environment where their voices are heard and valued at every level. True equality means giving women the tools, support, and opportunities to lead, and we’re dedicated to being part of that change.?? #Sdi #WomenInProcurement #GenderEquity

As part of our commitment to #sustainability, our team in Bratislava, Slovakia, recently hosted a clothing swap day in the office, giving items a second life, and anything that wasn’t swapped found a new home through a local charity. This initiative is one of the many ways we’re integrating eco-friendly practices into our everyday culture! ?? #Sdi #CorporateResponsibility #OfficeSustainability

Is there really a talent shortage in procurement? ?? ?? 85% of procurement leaders say there’s a talent shortage, but is it really about finding skilled professionals, or is it a question of how organizations approach talent development? Here’s what we might be missing: ? Talent exists, but many lack emerging skills due to limited training opportunities. ? Companies expect candidates to have specialized expertise without investing in internal development. ? Upskilling is often overlooked, leading to skills gaps that impact team performance. There’s no clear answer yet, but it’s worth considering: could the real issue be in how organizations develop and retain talent, not in the availability of skilled professionals? #Sdi #Procurement #TalentShortage