This book is for entrepreneurs and managers in small to medium-sized enterprise, many who are struggling with optimizing their procurement processes and leveraging them as a strategic tool for growth and profitability.
The Book "Procurement Power" is a comprehensive guide that transforms traditional procurement practices into a powerhouse of competitive advantage and financial success.
Unlike, general business management books or traditional procurement manuals that often overlook the unique challenges faced by small businesses this book provides tailored, actionable strategies that are specifically designed for the resource constraints and market dynamics faced by small businesses . It offers innovative approaches to procurement, from strategic sourcing to leveraging technology, ensuring that entrepreneur can compete effectively in their respective markets.
In this book I promise to unpack these procurement strategies, offering guidance on how to apply these time-tested strategies in your businesses. Through real world stories of the start-up and scaling phases of now well-known companies, anecdotes from my hands on experiences working with entrepreneurs and small businesses as their strategic advisor, as a procurement practitioner managing and developing small suppliers for multi-national companies, actionable guidance, and demonstrative methods, this book is a superpower for an ambitious entrepreneur.
Many entrepreneurs overlook the strategic potential of procurement and supply chain management, particularly the concept of "complex coordination." This approach, where numerous components are orchestrated into an innovative whole, can be a significant source of competitive advantage.
Simba has been helping small businesses and entrepreneurs achieve profit and growth targets by leveraging procurement
strategies and techniques since 2007. An award-winning consummate procurement expert, trainer and strategic advisor
with world-class qualifications, rich experiences and a great track record of achieving results. He has published
several books on supplier relationship management and business strategy for small-medium-sized businesses.