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International Purchasing

Structured purchasing support for raw materials, goods and services needed by military, marine and industrial operations.

International purchasing

Source beyond the local market with greater clarity.

International purchasing helps businesses source the raw materials, goods and services they need, particularly when local availability or capacity does not meet the requirement.

Global sourcing can expand supplier choice and support cost efficiency. It also requires a clear process: define the need, research and evaluate suppliers, and agree appropriate commercial terms.

Discuss a purchasing requirement

A more structured route from need to supply.

01

Select the essential products

Identify the products or services essential to your organisation’s operations.

02

Define timing & quantity

Define the required delivery date and the quantity of products or services.

03

Research & evaluate suppliers

International markets offer many potential suppliers. Sound research and objective evaluation help identify the most suitable options.

Objective sourcing focused on the right result.

International purchasing can be challenging for start-ups and established businesses alike. Our team helps clarify the requirement, identify potential suppliers and support the sourcing of suitable products and services.

  • Apply relevant sourcing practices to research the requirement and potential supply routes.
  • Contact potential suppliers and assess them against relevant criteria.
  • Help establish suitable terms and select the supplier that best fits the purchasing objective.
NeedClarify what the organisation needs to operate effectively and state the requirement clearly.
ValueCompare global options against clear, business-led criteria.
TermsWork toward terms and supply arrangements that meet the needs of the organisation.

Have an international purchasing requirement that needs focused attention?

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