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Procurement and supply chain management are essential functions in any organization. They are responsible for ensuring businesses have the necessary resources and raw materials to operate smoothly. They also equip them to tackle future challenges.    With the urgent need for digital transformation and increasing demand for resilience and efficiency, there has never been a…

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Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important topic for businesses across the globe. It’s a complex and multi-faceted issue that requires a company-wide commitment. One of the biggest challenges is getting your team on board with sustainability efforts. In this blog, we will explore five easy ways to get your team on board with sustainability and…

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In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business world, procurement and supply chain businesses need to digitally transform to stay competitive. In this article, we’ll explore the key reasons to adapt your business approach and processes and offer advice on taking the first important steps. Digital transformation helps you stay ahead of the competition   One of…

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The procurement and supply chain sector has had to deal with a variety of challenges in recent years, many of which are ongoing. At Bramwith we are seeing an increasing number of businesses reaping the benefits of recruiting temporary workers to fill short-term gaps in their workforce. However, selecting and recruiting temporary workers for the…

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It’s looking like yet another year of shake-ups in the recruitment world. From advancements in AI to the need to adapt to meet new ways of working, we certainly have a lot to keep us on our toes!    As always, it will be the companies that are the best informed and the most prepared…

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The benefits of rewarding employees   When we set up the business in 2008 we knew we wanted to build a procurement and supply chain recruitment company that really rewarded our team. Sure, that meant offering a great salary and package (which will still do) but it also meant giving employees the benefits that would enable…

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If you have read our blog on career development you’ll know that we prioritize progressing our team members. We want them to be proud to work at Bramwith and to get the most out of their career with us. Not every person wants to become a leader, but many do. Here are some of the…

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Making a commitment to career development not only cultivates a happy and productive team but it also helps grow the business and deliver a better service to clients and customers.    From our very first day of business, we have put career development front and center in our business strategy. Every member of our team…

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When you have succeeded in recruiting the top talent for your business you want to make sure you deliver the best onboarding process possible. This short article will talk you through what makes a good onboarding process to help ensure your new team member gets the maximum benefit.    What makes a great onboarding process?…

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On September 27, 2022, the California Governor signed a broad pay transparency bill requiring employers to include pay ranges in all job advertisements, effective from January 1, 2023. The bill also requires employers to submit annual reports that include pay data on employees hired through labor contractors to the California Civil Rights Department (CRD).   …

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Quiet quitting may be the latest buzzword in the world of the workplace but it is no passing fad. Even before the turbulence of the pandemic, workers across the US were becoming increasingly demoralized and dissatisfied. Desperate to reclaim some of their work/life balance and not feel just another cog in the wheel, they started…

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No matter how long you’ve been an active member of the workforce, or how many jobs are on your resume it is always a challenge handling confrontational employees. The effect that workplace friction has on all your team is far-reaching and can impact long-term on employee morale.  As with all workplace wellbeing issues, dealing with…

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Remote and hybrid work is now commonplace in procurement and supply chain businesses throughout the USA. In fact, according to research by Upwork 2028,73% of all departments will have remote workers by 2028.   As with all aspects of work, some of your team will enjoy and welcome this new arrangement and some will curse…

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Attracting and retaining the top talent is key to the success of every procurement and supply chain business. The need to accelerate digital transformation, and engage the notoriously hard-to-reach Millennial candidates are priorities for firms right across the United States.    With more and more of us choosing to work remotely or in a hybrid…

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ESG, or environmental, social and governance criteria is not a new phenomenon in the business world, but it is rapidly gaining momentum and will continue to do so in 2022 and beyond. The expectations and demands on business leaders are increasing and the focus has extended to greater regulatory scrutiny and accountability. For procurement and…

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Nearly half (46.6% of the workforce) in the United States is female but women were paid 22.1% less on average than men in 2021 (after controlling for race and ethnicity, education, age, and geographic division). The issues behind this startling disparity are complex and they are enduring. In fact, there has been little progress in…

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The first minutes of your job interview is the make or break. They’re the precious moments when you can wow your prospective employer with your confident demeanor, impress them with your firm (but not too firm) handshake, and win them over with your opening statement.    So, how do you create that amazing first impression…

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Every procurement and supply chain professional knows the importance of meeting sustainability objectives. However, a recent report by the global consultancy, Bain & Co has revealed that almost a third (31%) of businesses around the world failed to deliver against Scope 1 & 2 decarbonization targets that were set for 2020.   This short article…

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Every procurement and supply chain professional has moments where they feel it is time for a change. It’s perfectly natural to want to try different things out during the course of your career and it isn’t good for either employer or employee to get stale or lose enthusiasm in their role. Sometimes what’s needed is…

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