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The importance of lifelong learning for procurement professionals
- 11 Jun 2019
How do you feel about learning? Do you know all there is to know about your profession or do you think there’s always room for something new?
How to gain a career in procurement and supply management
- 29 May 2019
If you’re looking for a career which is varied, intellectually challenging and financially rewarding, procurement is a very good choice.
How is machine learning affecting procurement?
- 14 May 2019
AI, machine learning, big data... they're all buzzwords in the world of procurement. But how are they really affecting the profession?
Job description: Procurement manager
- 10 Apr 2019
A key role in any procurement department, we explore the responsibilities, salary expectations and skills of a procurement manager.
How to write a compelling cover letter for your procurement CV
- 21 Mar 2018
Laura Slingo at TopCV shares advice on how to write a compelling cover letter that complements your procurement CV.
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How to market yourself through your procurement CV
- 29 Jan 2018
Laura Sullivan at TopCV, the largest CV-writing service in the world, shares her advice on how to ensure your procurement CV captures the attention of your dream employer.
National Grid: What is it like to work in the global procurement team?
- 9 Oct 2017
Nicola Rigby White, senior global category manager for IS, National Grid, tells us about what it’s like to work in the global procurement team
Women in procurement: Fabienne Lesbros, Co-op
- 7 Mar 2017
Ahead of International Women's Day, Louise Gapp at Cedar interviews Fabienne Lesbros, chief procurement officer at the Co-op, about her career path
Procurement Director Interview: Stuart Snow, L’Oréal
- 30 Sep 2016
This week's Procurement Director interview is with Stuart Snow, L’Oréal
Procurement Director Interview: Sharon Cuff, Highways England
- 29 Sep 2016
Sharon Cuff, Procurement Director at Highways England discusses her career to date with CIPS Procurement & Supply Jobs
Head of Procurement Profile: Janette Evans-Turner, Zurich
- 29 Sep 2016
Check out our Head of Procurement Profile interview with Janette Evans-Turner, Head of Procurement, UK and Isle of Man, Zurich
Profile: Paul Clutton, Head of Procurement for Whitbread Hotels & Restaurants
- 7 Sep 2016
Paul Clutton is Head of Procurement for Whitbread Hotels & Restaurants
The importance of soft skills in hard times – part two
- 3 Mar 2014
In part one of The importance of soft skills in hard times, we talked about some soft skills it can be worth mentioning in your job applications. In Part Two we focus on skills that are often less well thought of but are just as important.
The importance of soft skills in hard times – part one
- 24 Feb 2014
See the first half of our top 10 soft skills that employers like to see when evaluating candidates, whether this is in the CV stage or interview process.
How to create an alluring covering letter
- 20 Oct 2023
A covering letter is the first contact you have with any recruiter, so making a good first impression is essential.
Negotiating the best starting salary for a procurement job
- 16 Oct 2023
Negotiating a starting salary can be difficult and embarrassing, but there are some steps you can take to make the process less painful and more effective.
Does your CV take more than 30 seconds to read?
- 12 Oct 2023
A short CV that is straight to the point and focused on your key achievements is an essential tool in your procurement job hunt.
How to prepare for psychometric tests
- 11 Oct 2023
Find out the types of psychometric testing used in procurement and supply job applications and how to prepare for them.
How to start your job search while you’re still employed
- 7 Oct 2023
Procurement is a competitive industry, so take the right steps to find your next dream job while still in your current role.
How to create rapport in an interview
- 4 Oct 2023
Building a strong rapport with your interviewer can be the difference between a good interview and a great one.
