Delivering enhanced performance through procurement
There is compelling evidence that more competent procurement will enable projects to be more productive, be delivered on time and help satisfy the client. In essence, better procurement adds value.
In the built environment sector up to 80% of the spend with a main contractor is diverted to the supply chain. Procurement skills through the life of a contract and beyond are therefore essential to deliver value for money to the client.
The School’s Procurement Group brings together senior procurement professionals from across the industry, working in subgroups on four key areas of focus: De-carbonising the supply chain; Collaborative approaches; Engaging SMEs; Due diligence and supply chain mapping.
Our vision is an industry where everyone who buys something will have the skills and knowledge to procure effectively and sustainably.
2023/2024 Procurement Group Update
To learn more about the group, download the Terms of Reference here.
Download the ToRGroup Outputs:
Explore recordings from previous webinars, looking into specific issues within the Procurement profession.
Best Practice in Procurement Case Study – Cadent Gas: Webinar Recording
Video
60 minutes
Collaborative Construction Procurement
Upskilling the Supply Chain: Webinar Recording
Video
Training for Procurement Professionals
The Benefits of Measuring Supply Chain Performance: Webinar Recording
Video
Procurement & SMEs: Webinar Recording
Video
Meet the Team:
Shaun and James are here to help Partners to get involved with the Procurement Group.
Meeting Dates:
The dates for all Procurement Group meetings have now been set for 2024/25. Please see below for further details and the notes from previous meetings:
| Date/ Time | Location |
| 29th May 2024, 2pm – 4:00pm | Microsoft Teams |
| 17th September 2024, 2pm – 4:00pm | Microsoft Teams |
| 6th December 2024, 2pm – 4:00pm | Microsoft Teams |
| 25th February 2025, 2pm – 4:00pm | Microsoft Teams |
Meeting Notes:
Download notes from any of the previous Procurement Group meetings below.
Our Partners
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