Procurement
We are dedicated to empowering customers with informed procurement strategies that align with their business objectives, ensuring they make sound financial decisions and maximize value.
Certified Procurement Specialist (CPSp)
The presence of RI Presidential Regulation no, 12 of 2021, which is amendment to Presidential Decree 16 of 2018 concerning Government Procurement of Goods/ Services, states that is Mandatory for procurement officials to have a competency certificate.
Procurement as the Project Bridge
In the steps to procurement and to maximize function as “bridge” in a project, procurement divide as following; Sourcing and Purchasing, Expediting and Document Control, and Material Control
Sourcing and Purchasing
SOURCING
Sourcing is the initial process of identifying, analyzing, and negotiating with suppliers of goods and services.
Typically, the goods and services sold by these suppliers are needed for day-to-day business operations, and the pricing and quality of the goods are critical to operational success. Often, the purpose of sourcing is simply for companies to find the supplier or vendor that offers the best price for the required item
PURCHASING
Basic purchasing department functions
- Identify business requirements for goods, materials, and services.
- Find reliable suppliers to meet these requirements. Negotiate prices, build quality, and delivery terms.
- Set up the order quantities and making bid requests on supply contracts.
- Run Quality Control and product testing
Expediting and Document Control
SOURCING
Expediting is the application of pressure on suppliers to get them to either meet the original delivery promise or to deliver ahead of schedule.
During the purchasing process one of the common tasks to be completed is the delivery schedule – typically this will be outlined during the quotation phase and confirmed at time of order placement. This is usually in the form of an agreed lead time. Here’s the main role of Expediter
Expediting Workflow
DOCUMENT CONTROL
Document control plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of procurement processes.
It is essential for maintaining accuracy, consistency, and compliance throughout the entire procurement lifecycle. The primary purpose of document control is to ensure that only current documents and not documents that have been superseded are used to perform work and that obsolete versions are removed. Document control also ensures that current documents are approved by the competent and responsible for the specific job people and documents are distributed to the places where they are used.
Document Control Process Flow
Material Control and Logistics
MATERIAL CONTROL
Purpose
- It is the responsibility of the Material Control teams to ensure component parts are available for projects scheduled onto the assembly section and at time of delivery to site.
- The Material Control team also need to ensure materials are effectively valued, stored and
- Controlled to capture materials used calculations.
Responsibilities
The most important responsibilities of the material controller is inventory management, where they coordinate the ordering, receipt, and storage of materials. They also ensure that there are adequate materials available, while avoiding excess levels that can signal wastage and unnecessary costs. The controller also monitors materials usage and replaces items that have reached their economic life or shelf life.
LOGISTICS
The main functions of logistics are the planning, execution and control of products to be delivered to a customer to ensure their arrival on time in the right quantity and quality. That is, all the phases involved from the manufacturing of the product to final delivery. It is one of the most important parts of a company.
Logistics management functions are essential in managing delivery and customer satisfaction. By ensuring timely order processing, efficient transportation management, and accurate inventory control, businesses can effectively meet customer requirements, a cornerstone for building trust and loyalty