Aqeel Ahmed’s Post

Thinking about joining procurement? Here's why I did and why you should too ⬇ Here’s what makes procurement so exciting for me: 🔹 Daily Problem Solving: Every day presents new challenges—urgent needs, fires to put out, and problems to solve. 🔹 Relationship Building: Internal and external relationships are key. They boost your effectiveness and open doors. Procurement forces you to learn to manage them effectively. 🔹 Continuous Learning: You get to stay on top of evolving tech, market conditions, and global trends. 🔹 Hone Negotiating Skills: You get to use and improve your negotiating skills daily—essential both in and out of the workplace. 🔹 Global Interaction: Opportunity to deal with international suppliers and gain a global business perspective. 🔹 Make a Visible Impact: From launching new products to negotiating cost reductions, you can see and track your impact on the business. Procurement is a field where you can use your creativity, build valuable relationships, and make a tangible impact. If you’re ready for a dynamic career with endless opportunities, this is the place for you! And why did you join procurement? Put it in the comments ⬇

Thinking about joining procurement? Here's why I did and why you should too ⬇ Here’s what makes procurement so exciting for me: 🔹 Daily Problem Solving: Every day presents new challenges—urgent needs, fires to put out, and problems to solve. 🔹 Relationship Building: Internal and external relationships are key. They boost your effectiveness and open doors. Procurement forces you to learn to manage them effectively. 🔹 Continuous Learning: You get to stay on top of evolving tech, market conditions, and global trends. 🔹 Hone Negotiating Skills: You get to use and improve your negotiating skills daily—essential both in and out of the workplace. 🔹 Global Interaction: Opportunity to deal with international suppliers and gain a global business perspective. 🔹 Make a Visible Impact: From launching new products to negotiating cost reductions, you can see and track your impact on the business. Procurement is a field where you can use your creativity, build valuable relationships, and make a tangible impact. If you’re ready for a dynamic career with endless opportunities, this is the place for you! And why did you join procurement? Put it in the comments ⬇

The Most Successful Person in Their Procurement Career is... Not the one with the fanciest title, the largest team, or the biggest contracts. The most successful procurement professional is someone who: ✅ Builds meaningful stakeholder relationships that drive results. ✅ Balances short-term wins with long-term strategic goals. ✅ Masterfully adapts to change while maintaining compliance. ✅ Continuously invests in learning, from market trends to emerging technologies. ✅ Knows that procurement is not just about cost-saving but creating value and impact. Success in procurement isn’t a destination—it’s a journey of evolving, innovating and delivering value every day. 💡 How do you measure success in your procurement career? Share your thoughts!

The Most Successful Person in Their Procurement Career is... Not the one with the fanciest title, the largest team, or the biggest contracts. The most successful procurement professional is someone who: ✅ Builds meaningful stakeholder relationships that drive results. ✅ Balances short-term wins with long-term strategic goals. ✅ Masterfully adapts to change while maintaining compliance. ✅ Continuously invests in learning, from market trends to emerging technologies. ✅ Knows that procurement is not just about cost-saving but creating value and impact. Success in procurement isn’t a destination—it’s a journey of evolving, innovating and delivering value every day. 💡 How do you measure success in your procurement career? Share your thoughts!

5 things new procurement professional should start with on day 1 of their career: 1. Embrace a disciplined and structured approach: Start with a clear, structured procurement process. It’s your roadmap to evaluating and managing suppliers effectively. 2. Seek and maintain management support: Securing management’s support early helps you navigate resistance and keeps sourcing projects on track. 3. Involve all relevant departments: Procurement isn't a solo act. Collaborate with all relevant departments to define needs and align on goals. 4. Monitor the sourcing process closely: Monitor each sourcing stage with clear milestones. This builds control and confidence in your decision-making. 5. Establish clear roles and coordination in the team: A well-organized team drives success. Leverage existing knowledge and clarify tasks from the start. What advice can you give to a new procurement professional? 👇

Good overview not only for the novice beginner but also the experienced veteran!

Why Procurement Inspires Me 🌟 Procurement is more than purchasing, it’s about creating value, driving efficiency, and building meaningful partnerships. Every day brings complex challenges, pushing me to think creatively, especially when working with some people who may focus more on self-preservation. This career doesn’t just shape my work, it influences my personal life too. I find myself using procurement techniques, like technical evaluation and value analysis, even when making personal purchases to ensure I’m getting the best quality and value. If you’re in procurement or considering it, know that it’s a fulfilling journey where you can drive change, navigate unique dynamics, and shape both your organization’s future and your own perspective. It’s not easy work, and managing multiple priorities and complex subjects can be challenging, but the real satisfaction lies in mastering how to bring it all together. #Procurement #Quality #CostSaving #Challenges #Sustainability #SupplyChain

Hi everyone! As you know, procurement is my passionate work routine, so I often have different ideas and thoughts about this topic 😊But, I understand that my view on this function may be subjective, and I'd like to obtain a better understanding of real market. I value your opinions, therefore I'd like to ask you some questions and learn more about the influence of procurement function across different companies. ·       How often do you interact with procurement teams? Are these relationships essential to your work routine? ·       What are some of the challenges and benefits you've experienced while working with procurement? I might have more questions, but will keep them for another round:) Feel free to leave a comment or contact me. I'm looking forward to an open discussion. #procurement #sales #cooperation

Anyone can do my job, but No One can be Me ! Some may think this sounds arrogant, but it’s not. In Procurement, staying relevant and impactful means embracing what makes you unique….. ........and not just in your skills, but in the relationships you build and the way you approach every challenge.  Anyone can follow a process or a strategy…seriously…… ...... it’s your individuality, your ability to connect with stakeholders, colleagues, your network, and your proactive engagement with suppliers that truly sets you apart. To thrive and make a lasting impact, you must brand yourself within and outside the Procurement function. You need to be seen as trusted advisor, strategic thinker, and problem-solver who deeply understand both your company’s needs and the value that you, your procurement organization and your suppliers bring to the table. Here’s what I believe is needed to stay relevant, build your brand, and make your mark in Procurement: 1. Know your stakeholders and speak their language: show that you’re not just an asset to Procurement but a value driver for the entire organization. Understand their goals and tailor your approach to add value to THEIR objectives. 2. Forge real partnerships with suppliers: being just another Procurement Professional doesn’t cut it. Be the ONE they remember….the one who engages, listens, and works collaboratively to find innovative solutions. Suppliers should feel that working with you is an advantage….and vice versa of course 3. Leverage your strengths, especially soft skills: data and processes are essential, but they’re not everything. Communication, collaboration, adaptability, continuous learning, strategic foresight, and empathy are what makes your role indispensable. In the end, a true Procurement professional isn’t simply a role; it’s a brand, a unique approach, and a trusted partner within the business. So yes, anyone might do the job, but only you can bring your unique combination of insight, relationships, and vision to it. ❓ What are you doing (today) to make yourself an indispensable asset in Procurement?

These are the best questions I get asked, when I'm approaching procurement professionals about a new role: ➡️ What are the main challenges? ➡️ How is supplier performance evaluated and managed? ➡️ What are the typical procurement projects I'll be working on? ➡️ What technologies and tools does the company currently use for procurement? ➡️ What are the KPIs for this role? ➡️ Are there opportunities for professional development? ➡️ Can you describe the team I would be working with? ➡️ How is success measured? I'm finding that those in procurement have an increasing amount of expectations on the role. The best ones I'm working with are really qualifying the position before being put forward.