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Negotiation for Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals

A Proven Approach for Negotiations with Suppliers

A step-by-step approach to delivering winning negotiations with tools and tactics for purchasing and supply chain professionals.
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EAN: 9781398620964
Edition: 4
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Format: 234 x 156
504 pages

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How can procurement leaders secure stronger outcomes from negotiations?

Negotiation for Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals
by Jonathan O'Brien is a practical guide for senior procurement and supply chain professionals who need to plan, lead and deliver high-value negotiations in complex and competitive environments.

Built around the globally recognized Red Sheet® Methodology, this book offers a structured, proven framework for securing better deals, aligning teams and navigating commercial conversations with clarity and control.

Now updated with new content on remote negotiation, cultural influences and the role of AI, it enables professionals to:

- Develop detailed, adaptable negotiation plans with clear tactics and objectives
- Assess supplier positions, sales tactics and cultural dynamics
- Use digital tools and AI to support data-led negotiation strategies
- Lead collaborative planning and alignment across procurement teams

With techniques trusted by global organizations, this book equips leaders to negotiate with confidence, manage risk and deliver measurable commercial value.

Turn negotiation into a strategic advantage for procurement and supply chain success.

Themes:
procurement negotiation, supplier strategy, Red Sheet Methodology, remote negotiation, AI in negotiation, commercial leadership

About the authors

Jonathan O'Brien is the CEO of Positive Purchasing Ltd, based in Plymouth, UK. With over 30 years of experience, he has helped equip global organizations to increase their purchasing capability through digital platforms, training, education and working directly with practitioners and executive teams. He is the author of Category Management in Purchasing, Supplier Relationship Management, The Buyer's Toolkit, and Sustainable Procurement, all published by Kogan Page.
  • Jonathan O'Brien has spent two decades giving us all the intellectual architecture to build thriving procurement capabilities. This edition is another step up. Well done!
  • Guy Strafford, Chairman, OneSupplyPlanet

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