<p>A key study resource for the ISM Certified Professional in Supply Management - CPSM (tm) - program and a valuable supply management reference tool. Leadership in Supply Management focuses on many of the human resource issues that supply management professionals face. The first half of the book explores management issues within the supply organization, such as managing and leading, developing shared values and setting direction, creating alignment and creating commitment for a shared vision. Covered are leadership styles, developing strategy, aligning with stakeholders, team building and managing conflict. The second half of the book focuses on risk management and mitigation, develop;ing business plans and linking them to the strategic sourcing process, including outsourcing, staffing, providing rewards and professional development and executing the strategic sourcing process. This section includes a look at issues related to the overarching concerns of supply management, the process teps of supply management and the supporting structures. Taken as a whole, it deals with human resources and strategic issues of management that all supply management functions face. This books should be read by anyone who manages the supply management function or who is involved in the supply management strategy setting and planning process.</p>

Leadership in Supply Management

Anna E. Flynn

PH.D.

Business & Money

Institute for Supply Management

<p>As one of the core study items for the CPSM Exams, the ISM Professional Series e-book, Volume 2 - Effective Supply Management, is one of the most critical materials to use during your CPSM Exam preparation. The ISM Professional Series focuses on challenges, goals and integrated skill sets needed to be successful in strategic supply management. It goes deeper into explanations of the topics covered in CPSM Exam 2. This is one of three volumes, with one volume available to purchase for each of the three exams (E-book version is only sold individually. Print version is available individually or as a set.). The series draws from all industries and levels, formulating a macro view of the profession. Volume 2 focuses on many of the operational issues that are part of successful supply management performance. These are new areas of interaction for many supply management professionals. This book covers many operational issues such as project management, new product and service development, forecasting, warehousing, materials handling, logistics and international transportation, asset and inventory management and quality. The book closes with an in-depth discussion of supplier performance management and metrics and information systems as key way to integrate knowledge within and across organizations. A must-read for anyone newly assigned to operations-oriented issues or who supervises or manages transportation, logistics or inventory management personnel.</p>

Effective Supply Management Performance

Linda L. Stanley

Institute for Supply Management Inc.

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