PROCUREMENT BURNOUT
“ We ’ re now seeing cost inflation overtaking supply shortages as the biggest single cause of concern in procurement ”
DR . HOWARD PRICE , HEAD OF PROCUREMENT CONTENT , SKILL DYNAMICS
quality thinking-time . Message chatter is the enemy of clear thinking .
Secondly , prioritise your personal health , take regular breaks and exercise . Don ’ t hesitate to speak up if you feel anxious , overloaded , or mistreated . And remember that your colleagues and suppliers may be suffering too , so watch for signs that others may be struggling and be supportive .
Finally , however challenging things feel right now , remember that these chaotic and difficult times present the perfect opportunity to learn and develop . Prevailing through challenging times helps us become more adaptable and build new skills we never thought we would have !”
Dr . Howard Price is Head of Procurement Content at Skill Dynamics . He ’ s an accomplished Chief Procurement Officer , with over 30 years of experience . He led the procurement practice at KPMG and holds a PhD for his research into strategic procurement .
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