Module 1 - Case STRATEGIC PURCHASING MANAGEMENT Assignment Overview Review the following article from Purchasing.com. Hannon, D. (2008). P&G uses Gillette deal to draft the blueprint for post-merg

Module 1 - SLP

STRATEGIC PURCHASING MANAGEMENT

This SLP has 2 parts.

Part 1

For the Session Long Project, you are welcome to discuss a recent merger or big purchase in your organization. You may also choose one of your favorite organizations for this session long project. Please relate this merger or purchasing activity to the background material. Especially please focus on the strategic planning and factors that influence this merger/purchase.

Part 2

Please locate and review the following article:

Ramsay, J., Wagner, B., & Kelly, S. (2013). Purchase offering quality. International Journal of Operations & Production Management, 33(10), 1260-1282. Retrieved from http://search.proquest.com/docview/1437233191?accountid=28844

Please submit a 1-2 page critique of the article mentioned above. Please summarize the article and also state how the information can be applied by you.

 Turn in your paper (Part 2) by the module due date.

SLP Assignment Expectations

1.  Answer questions with clarity.

2. Show depth and breadth in your paper to enhance the quality of your paper.

3. Try your best to search in the Trident online library to find some papers/articles to support your argument and show them in the reference list.

4. Turn in your 1- to 2-page paper by the module due date.