| Henkel’s Journey to Purchasing Excellence | | | | Submitted to: Prof. Sir Zulqarnain Bukhari | Submitted by: Muhammad Asad Noreen Khurshid Irtaza Aitzaz Hassan Rashid Sidra Khan Anum Sharif Segmentation In the process of segmentation we are recommending to segment on the basis of the volume/demand of the category forecasted annually. So on the basis of this the segments
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International Studies BBA (English Programme) MK 403: Logistics & Supply Chain Management Introduction This course is designed to provide an holistic view of logistics and supply chain management, examining the major concepts underlying the subject and many of the strategies, tools and techniques associated with the topic. Its primary focus is based on a number of principles. Creation of superior customer value through logistics, obtaining competitive advantage and cost control, collectively
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1. How does Mr. Honda’s history with suppliers relate to Honda’s current supply management strategy? The current supply chain management strategy reflects Honda’s long-term goal of manufacturing products where they are sold, and its determination of buying parts where it manufactures vehicles. A. Increased local content is due largely to purchases Honda makes from many of the other 3 Japanese automobile firms that were established during the late 80’s. B. Focusing on 4 regional markets
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Active Gear, Inc. Active Gear, Inc. is an athletic shoe company, which, at the time of the case focuses on casual and recreational footwear aimed at a core demographic of suburban family members aged 25-45. The shoes are generally considered to be fashionable and functional. The casual line of shoes is sold in general retail stores, department, and specialty stores via wholesalers and independent distributors. The athletic line is made through independent sales representatives to a small number
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Reverse Logistics Phillip Ranck Dr Kandis Wyatt RLMT500: Reverse Logistics Management American Military University Introduction With reverse logistics being an integral aspect to a company’s effective and efficient transportation process, it is imperative that a standardized program is implemented. To develop a program that meets all the demands required of a reverse logistics process has proved difficult. As the economy grows, so does the need for company’s demand to produce products. Part
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Dubai 340581, UAE Mobile: | +97 1506 565 039 | Email: | kenan.jafarov@gmail.com | Professional Profile A dedicated and experienced business development professional with over 10 years’ management expertise within the Oil, Supply, Trade and Logistics industries. An enthusiastic and highly self-motivated individual who remains flexible to the changing demands of business environments, is able to develop and implement new initiatives with a particular talent for implementing projects to open and
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Introduction In this case study, we review Sabor’s current position with regards to its supply source of Macronil, the main component for its air filtration units. We evaluate this using the Karljic matrix and his 4-phase methodology (Kraljic, 1983) as our theoretical framework and analyze the options available to Sabor Inc. using the case information and data provided. We then conclude with our goal of offering viable recommendations to Sabor, given the constraints, to better Sabor’s purchasing
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Reflective Summary As I mentioned to you in my introduction the first day of class, this is my first semester in the Logistics Management Program. I learned that there’s more to logistics than just sending a product from one place to another. It is the part of supply chain management that plans, implements, ad controls the efficient, effective forward and reverse flow and storage of goods, services, and related information between the point of origin and the point of consumption
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1. 2. The overall management of the way resources are obtained, stored and moved to the locations where they are required. Logistics management entails identifying potential suppliers and distributors; evaluating how accessible and effective they are and establishing relationships and signing contracts with the companies who offer the best combination of price and service. 3. Materials management as a definition is the process which integrates the flow of supplies into, through and out
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Case 1 Integrated Logistics Overview This case finds Tom Lippert, sales representative for DuPont Engineering Polymers (DEP), in a situation common to today’s competitive sales environment. His company, as a supplier to a major manufacturer (GARD), is faced with changing times. GARD is in the midst of a “changing of the guard” as Mr. Lippert’s long-time contact, Mike O’Leary, retires. O’Leary’s successor, Richard Binish, brings a new set of supplier expectations to the fore of GARD’s purchasing
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