A CHANGING FUNCTION
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The Global Council for the Advancement of Women in Procurement was founded as a forum to promote the involvement of women involved in the procurement , sourcing and supply chain professions . “ We are a global group of over 2,500 members and counting , with a focus on both attracting and retaining women in procurement and supply chain . We also provide a forum for discussion and mentorship and offer the skills and tools women need to empower themselves and advance their careers ,” says Executive Secretary & Director Sheri Spinks .
Spinks caught up with Supply Chain Digital at ProcureCon Canada , which she has attended for three years . She argues that ’ s it ’ s a great platform for making long term connections . “ I think it ’ s important now more than ever to give a voice to women in procurement . We need to talk about the enhancements and value we deliver as well as the soft skills we possess that contributes to our success in this area ,” she comments .
A CHANGING FUNCTION
“ Historically , procurement used to be seen as administrative , process driven , reactive and policy focused – now , we are finally being seen as strategic business partners ,” says Spinks . As the function has changed and evolved , so have the requirements of those
JUNE 2019