Thoroughly covering all of the key roles and responsibilities of a procurement manager, The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference, Second Edition is an easy-to-use handbook that reveals how you can master best practices to achieve competitive change in your business.

Authors and supply chain management experts Fred Sollish and John Semanik explore the changing role of procurement and supply management professionals with coverage of regulations such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) and other compliance issues within the current trend in globalization. Now with Instructor Resources and an accompanying website, the Second Edition provides essential information on:

• The latest trends in global procurement/sourcing, including technology tools and trends in supply chain management
• Using basic information technology processes
• Mastering procurement and business tactics
• Selecting suppliers and measuring performance
• Sourcing supply management tools
• Supplier relationship management
• Improving procurement-related processes
• Leading the supply management team

Today's procurement management professional must respond effectively to current market conditions and envision the future needs of their organization. Packed with real-world examples, practical checklists, sample requisition and order forms, as well as commonly used financial ratios, The Procurement and Supply Manager's Desk Reference, Second Edition presents you with a world-class framework for keeping your company financially competitive in an unpredictable economy.