Jane has just been appointed as purchasing manager of Tacoma Technologies, Inc. The previous purchasing manager, who
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Jane has just been appointed as purchasing manager of Tacoma Technologies, Inc. The previous purchasing manager, who recently retired, was known for his “winnertake-
all” approach to suppliers. He continually fought for more discounts and was skeptical about any special deals that suppliers would propose. A few suppliers refused to do business with Tacoma Technologies, but senior management was confident that the former purchasing manager’s approach minimized the company’s costs. Jane wants to try a more collaborative approach to working with suppliers. Will her approach work? How should she adopt a more collaborative approach in future negotiations with suppliers?
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ISE Organizational Behavior Emerging Knowledge Global Reality
ISBN: 9781266108099
10th Edition
Authors: Mary Ann Von Glinow Steven McShane