Proxima

We're hiring! Come and work for a company that's been recognized as one of the Financial Times Leading UK Management Consultants five years in a row 🏆 We have a range of procurement roles available across the US, the UK and Germany, in sectors including: • Client Management • HR • IT • Professional Services • Construction #Hiring #OpenVacancies #ProcurementRoles Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHNWuAXd 

How do the impacts from President Trump's tariffs compare to what he implemented in his first-term? Our EVP Simon Geale recently caught up with SupplyChainBrain to discuss what we've learned so far. Read his thoughts below 👇 #Tariffs #PresidentTrump

Do you make an effort to challenge the 'norm' at work? It's something Richard Evans, Commercial Executive Director at NHS Supply Chain, says it's time to do in our latest CPO Report. Get more tips and insights from leading professionals in procurement by reading the 2025 report at the link below.

From soda cans to TV boxes, rising tariffs on materials like aluminium and plastic are driving up costs for businesses and consumers. Companies are now faced with tough choices: absorb the costs, pass them on, or rethink their supply chains.   Philip Hong, Principal Consultant at Proxima explores how packaging brands can navigate the tariffs in his latest article, covering: - How a 25% tariff could increase the cost of everyday items - Why businesses are shifting manufacturing and sourcing strategies - What this means for consumers and future pricing   The packaging industry is at a crossroads - how will it adapt? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/efthhGzu

The new Procurement Act is now live ▶️ But what does this mean for public sector procurements? Procurements initiated after 24th February must comply with the new Act, while those already underway will follow existing regulations. During the transition, commercial teams will manage procurements under both sets of regulations. Clear visibility of which procurements are new and which are ongoing is crucial. If you need support to help with the implementation, take a look at our services: https://lnkd.in/eZ7gdp3t

Our 2025 CPO report has got the industry talking. Featured CPO, Sanyalax Morrison, of Associated British Ports believes procurement is more than a function; it can be the driving force behind sustainability and innovation. What's your take? Don't miss out on hearing from more leading experts by reading the full report here: https://lnkd.in/ed8Wqnup #SupplyChains #Procurement #BusinessStrategy

Every year supply chain managers face lingering risks - ranging from geopolitical tensions to unpredictable weather events. Spencer Shute, CSCP, VP at Proxima, spoke with Supply Chain Dive to highlight some of the challenges they might face in 2025 and how to navigate them. Key areas to monitor include: 🌍 Geopolitical-driven shortages, particularly those stemming from new tariffs on goods. 🚗 Automotive parts challenges, including material shortages like aluminum, which continue to disrupt production. 🥚 Food shortages, especially in eggs due to bird flu and cocoa disruptions caused by weather and labour issues. With global supply chains under intense pressure, the need for resilient, adaptable strategies has never been greater. How is your organization preparing for the challenges ahead? Let’s connect and discuss strategies to tackle these pressing issues. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gjnRUD49 #SupplyChains #Procurement #Geopolitics #BusinessStrategy

It’s been 10 years since the Paris Agreement was signed, with countries around the world committing to limit a global temperature rise and reduce emissions for a sustainable future. 🌱 This February marks the deadline for countries to submit updated climate action plans, known as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) - a milestone that happens just once every 5 years. 📅 But of course, this year isn’t any year as the U.S. withdraws from the Paris Agreement for a second time. Will we see other nations follow suit? Organizations face a different challenge as they span borders in a way that governments do not, and plural approaches mean added complexity and added cost. Businesses are essential in supporting nations to meet their climate goals, and reducing Scope 3 emissions is one of the toughest challenges for organizations. Our own research shows that there is a common gap between corporate ambition and the practical actions necessary to reduce emissions. Our Principal Consultant Bridget McCormick offers a perspective on how some organisations are seeking to ensure progress is made despite being in an era of uncertainty: https://lnkd.in/eSm_K4UE

Join us in welcoming David Schannon to Proxima! 👋   David joins us from our parent company Bain & Company, where he has led a distinguished career to date as a leader within the procurement practice, overseeing several large-scale cost and capability transformations around the world. He has joined our Board with a particular focus on supporting growth in North America.   Learn more about David, his background, his new role and his favorite piece of life advice here: https://lnkd.in/eFKHh3rM

February's Procurement Perspectives newsletter is live! It's safe to say the start of 2025 has been far from quiet, with plenty of tariff talk, agentic AI, and the launch of our annual CPO Report. Our latest newsletter covers these hot topics so you can get all your updates in one place. We'd love to hear your thoughts and takes - so please do share them in the comments below.   #ProcurementNewsletter #Insights