NCMA Celebrates March as Procurement Month

March is not just the beginning of spring; it's also a time to celebrate and recognize the indispensable role of procurement professionals worldwide. Procurement Month serves as a platform to acknowledge the dedication, expertise, and contributions of those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the smooth functioning of supply chains and procurement processes.

Highlighting Procurement's Impact

Procurement professionals play a pivotal role in organizations of all sizes and across various industries. From sourcing raw materials to negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships to optimizing costs, their responsibilities are vast and critical. NCMA aims to shine a spotlight on the significance of these roles and the impact they have on the overall success of businesses.

A Standard of Excellence

Procurement is a practice in contract management, as we celebrate it this month, we highlight NCMA’s Contract Management Standard™ (CMS™). The CMS™ provides a framework for transparent, efficient, and compliant procurement processes. By adhering to these standards, organizations can mitigate risks, optimize costs, and strengthen relationships with suppliers and partners. Learn more and download a free copy of the Contract Management Standard™.

Recognition in the Profession

All month long, NCMA aims to highlight outstanding projects, organizations, and individuals throughout the profession. We hope our community shares, likes, comments on these stories as public procurement works for the public good – it doesn’t hurt to remind those outside of the field what amazing things our unsung heroes are doing and have done.

Promoting Professional Development

Continuous learning and skill development are essential for procurement professionals to stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape. Throughout the month, NCMA will be providing the best tips, tricks, and experts insights for procurement professionals to use not only in March, but throughout the year. Additionally, NCMA Education has a wide range of training topics for individuals across procurement.

Fostering Collaboration and Networking

Collaboration and having a multi-functional mindset are key to success in procurement. If you are an NCMA member, you are invited to engage with us on our online forum, Collaborate. Here, you can connect, share experiences, and collaborate on industry challenges in real-time. We also encourage you to follow NCMA on social media platforms for regular updates, engaging content, and opportunities to connect with fellow professionals. Together, let's propel innovation and excellence in procurement throughout Procurement Month and beyond.