Next Level Purchasing Association (NLPA)

Celebrating World Maritime Day 🎉 Today, on World Maritime Day, we recognize the critical role the shipping and maritime sectors play in the global supply chain. Organized by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), this day reminds us of the complex network that moves goods across the world, connecting continents, industries, and consumers. With this year’s theme, "Navigating the future: safety first!", the focus is on keeping safety as the top priority, from sustainability 🌱 efforts to minimizing environmental impact, while driving continuous innovation. At NLPA, we know the maritime sector is mission-critical for procurement professionals and the entire supply chain ecosystem. That's why we’re committed to equipping professionals and organizations with the knowledge and skills to contribute to a sustainable and efficient supply chain. Here’s to navigating the future with safety, sustainability, and innovation at the helm! ✨ #WorldMaritimeDay #SupplyChain #Procurement #NLPA

💛 Gandhi Jayanti: Celebrating Humanity and Hope 💛 Today, we honor the remarkable legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, a man whose ideals have inspired millions across the globe. This day marks the birth of a visionary leader who played a crucial role in India’s independence. Gandhi’s life exemplified the transformative power of truth and non-violence, and his social principles resonate as profoundly today as they did during his time. In the spirit of his teachings, we embrace the words: "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Happy Gandhi Jayanti! #NLPA #GandhiJayanti #India #UnityInDiversity

Boeing has lost $33.3 billion since 2019, with the brand nearly crashing that same year. Not only that: ↱It also recorded a net loss of 87 aircraft orders. ↱Airline customers canceled 183 orders for the 737 MAX. ↱Boeing only received 96 orders for other aircraft. Our latest blog on optimizing supplier onboarding explores this case. Curious about improving supplier onboarding in procurement and purchasing? Be sure to check it out. 👉 https://zurl.co/aUaO Boeing’s story is one of the most brutal examples of how supplier onboarding almost tanked a business. The company adopted a new business model for its 787 Dreamliner. They needed to cut costs and speed up production by leveraging specialized expertise from around the world. So, 50 suppliers were onboarded, many responsible for critical parts like fuselages, wings, and electronics. So what went wrong? ↳New suppliers had little experience working on large aircraft projects. They couldn’t meet Boeing’s quality standards and deadlines. ↳There were significant delays in parts delivery, and many components arrived defective or incomplete. ↳Communication gaps worsened the first two issues. A well-structured supplier onboarding process could have prevented or lessened the problems. Until Boeing got this right, their reputation remained tarnished. Even today, the effects of that damage are still palpable.

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This year would be our 24th as a procurement training provider and one thing we’ve repeatedly witnessed over the past 2 decades is this: Procurement professionals need proof of their knowledge and skills. Especially if you’re just starting. After reflecting on our market experience and sifting through advice from Indeed, Zippia, and the Procurement Magazine, we reckon a solid starting kit for junior specialists should include: 🏅 The CPOS Level 1 Certification from the Next Level Purchasing Association (NLPA) 🏅 The CIPS Level 2 Certification from the The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply 🏅 The Supply Chain Procurement Certificate (SCPC) from the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) 🏅The Purchasing Agent/Buyer Certificate from the Northcentral Technical College, 🏅Procurement Basics Certification from the Rutgers University, New Jersey. Swipe through the carousel below to dive into each of these certifications👇 Ready to elevate your skills with NLPA’s training and certification programs? Start here ⮕ https://zurl.co/LYS5 #NextLevelPurchasingAssociation #ProcurementCertifications #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

Demand for procurement and supply chain management professionals is on the rise. Ascend roles the industry still values with our Certified Procurement Operations Programs. Why Next Level Purchasing Association? ✅ Certificate programs for entry and executive-level practitioners ✅ 3 months training cycle done exclusively online ✅ 1 year access to courses ✅ $8,893 higher annual pay earned by professionals with our certification credentials ✅ 280,000 members in over 100 countries trust us ✅ 24+ years of experience in procurement education UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL ➟ https://zurl.co/AykA #NLPA #CareerGrowth #ProcurementCertification #NextLevelPurchasingAssociation #ProcurementProfessionals

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When businesses are considering nearshoring or offshoring, it often seems like a slam dunk. The whole point is to SLASH COSTS, right? Well, it's not always that straightforward. Many companies relocate their operations overseas to tap into cheaper labor and resources than what’s available in the U.S. But what they don’t realize is that more rigorous planning should have been done as they face higher-than-expected costs. Nearshoring and offshoring are effective moves to cut operational expenses. But how do you determine the right strategy? Here’s a guide to understanding nearshoring and offshoring while taking into account the merits and demerits in each case. ➤ https://zurl.co/vu8t #NLPA #Nearshoring #Offshoring #CostCutting #BusinessStrategy #procurement