Shows
Rebuild Procurement PodcastHoly Guacamole Those F35s Are International E34Join Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the surprising supply chain challenges behind your favorite creamy avocado and why Chipotle might soon be saying “86” to guacamole. Discover how geopolitics and tariffs are shaking up the global fighter jet industry and what that means for the world’s most expensive airplane parts. Learn why a $5 component can ground an $80 million F-35—and how supply chains are more international than you think. Plus, why does it take longer to grow an avocado tree than to train a venture capitalist? Join us for this and much more on...2025-05-0725 minRebuild Procurement PodcastStarbucks Coffee - How It's Sourced 1st EditionJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement, with special guest Mike Brough from Starbucks, as they take a look at the captivating journey of how your favorite cup of coffee is sourced, from farm to cup. On this very first edition of "How It's Sourced, discover the critical role of procurement in the supply chain and the unseen efforts that guarantee quality and sustainability as Mike shares fascinating insights on sourcing coffee and the innovative practices behind ethical procurement. Explore how labor costs and supplier relationships shape the final product you enjoy each day.3 rad things you...2025-05-0141 minRebuild Procurement PodcastBig Trouble in Big China & the Art of Driving Procurement Results ExplainedJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at Chinese tariff impacts on the procurement landscape. What is the essential art of driving procurement results beyond mere savings? Discover why aligning stakeholder expectations and communicating impact is the secret to procurement success. Explore the power of strategic category management paired with specialized execution teams to maximize value. Learn how tenacity and smart follow-ups can unlock new opportunities in supplier relationships. Join us for this and much more on today's episode of Rebuild Procurement. #procurement, #sourcing, #strategicsourcing, global #finance, #contracts management, risk management, #purchasing, #g...2025-04-2327 minRebuild Procurement PodcastKnowest Thou Stakeholders & Kraljic Matrix ExplainedJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the critical role of category management in driving procurement success. Discover how understanding stakeholder dynamics can elevate your procurement strategies and enhance organizational alignment. Explore the powerful Kraljic Matrix framework and its implications for effective spend management. Learn why balancing centralized and decentralized procurement is essential for achieving results. Join us for this and much more procurement talk on today's episode.#procurement, #sourcing, #strategicsourcing, global #finance, #contracts management, risk management, #purchasing, #grok3 #openai #gemini #deepseek #claude #replitApple Podcastspodcasts.apple...2025-04-1636 minRebuild Procurement PodcastSupply Chain Shenanigans: The Great Wall of TariffsJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. government, exploring their implications for procurement teams within various sectors of the economy, particularly manufacturing and professional services. They delve into the concept of anchoring in negotiations, the need for reshoring manufacturing back to the U.S., and the potential impacts on the five largest industries in the country. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding supply chains and preparing for the changes that tariffs may bring and influence in negotiations. Also, will China's demographic issues may affect its manufacturing capabilities...2025-04-0944 minRebuild Procurement PodcastThe Tale of 2 Orgs & Hitting 100% Spend Under ManagementJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at stakeholder experience, now considered the number one most important thing to focus on in procurement. They’ll dive into the importance of intake, implementation, and service levels, including real-world examples of procurement organizations. Discover how procurement can build strong relationships by operating as a customer service function and the value of viewing stakeholders as colleagues. Learn why clarity and communication are key to getting to 100% spend under management. Join us for this and much more on today's episode.#procurement, #sourcing, #strategicsourcing, global #finance, #contracts ma...2025-03-2645 minRebuild Procurement PodcastBig Bling, Alleged Espionage, and Pivotal Procurement PlansJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the thrilling world of corporate espionage in the procurement space. Discover the shocking allegations surrounding Deal and Rippling that have sent ripples through the industry. Uncover the transformative strategies that procurement teams must adopt to stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape. Explore the importance of stakeholder experience in making procurement a seamless process. Join us for this and much more on today's episode!#procurement, #sourcing, #strategicsourcing, global #finance, #contracts management, risk management, #purchasing, #grok3 #openai #gemini #deepseek #claude #replitApple Podcasts...2025-03-1925 minRebuild Procurement PodcastBrownie Brittle Bought on Costco Credit Cards (Merchandising VS Procurement)Join Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the intriguing dynamics between merchandising and procurement at Costco. Discover how Costco's strategic shift from American Express to Visa reshaped their customer experience and financial model. Explore the critical role of procurement professionals in negotiating favorable terms that impact the bottom line. Learn about the unique skill sets required for merchandising versus procurement, and why both are essential for retail success. Join us for this and much more on today's episode.#procurement, #sourcing, #strategicsourcing, global #finance, #contracts management, risk management, #purchasing, #grok3 #openai #gemini...2025-03-1217 minRebuild Procurement PodcastTom & Alan Build a $1M AI Powered Contract Review MVP (Live On-Air)Join Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they build semi-sophisticated AI powered contract review app using a stack that features Replit, Google Notebook LM, and OpenAI. Learn how even non-coders can harness AI tools to create effective applications that reduce costs while evaluating how ChatGPT, Gemini, Deepseek, Grok, Claude, and others compare. Watch a real-world procurement SaaS developed using these powerful AI models. Understand the importance of crafting effective prompts to get the most out of AI tools. Get insights on how to leverage AI for personal development and career growth in procurement. Generate some ideas with us...2025-03-0551 minRebuild Procurement PodcastGentle Bullets, Network Investments and Land Your Next GigJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the current wave of layoffs sweeping through government and various industries. Discover the crucial role of networking while navigating career transitions during uncertain times, and how investing 10% of your week back into growing your professional network. Hear insights on crafting compelling resumes that stand out in a competitive job market. Understand the power of storytelling in interviews and how to effectively communicate your achievements. Delve into the benefits of having a 30-60-90 day plan ready for potential employers. Get tips on how to leverage your...2025-02-2742 minRebuild Procurement PodcastIdahoan Beards And Is AI Powered Vision Even Worth It?Join Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the latest innovations transforming the procurement landscape. After Alan show's off his new face (grown in Idaho), he discusses his firsthand experience with the groundbreaking Ray-Ban Meta AI powered glasses and their potential impact on productivity. Uncover a few secrets behind building a robust information diet that fuels professional and personal growth. Alan and Tom touch on the importance of nurturing a diverse people network to enhance your career trajectory and how serendipitous encounters can lead to unexpected opportunities and valuable connections. Dive into the fascinating...2025-02-1940 minRebuild Procurement PodcastSarbanes-Oxley, DOGE & Public ConfidenceJoin Tom, and only Tom this week on Rebuild Procurement as he takes a look at the impactful legacy of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Discover the scandals that led to its creation and why it remains relevant today. Explore how corporate governance has evolved since the early 2000s and the lessons learned from past mistakes. Delve into the role of whistleblowers in shaping corporate accountability and transparency. Uncover the complexities and costs associated with compliance for businesses of all sizes. Examine how Sarbanes-Oxley has influenced investor confidence in the financial markets and much more on today's episode.procurement...2025-02-1317 min
Rebuild Procurement PodcastOpium Wars, Chicken Taxes, and China Up NextJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the evolving landscape of trade wars and tariffs. Discover the historical context behind the current U.S.-China trade tensions and why they matter. Explore how previous tariff acts, like Smoot-Hawley, shaped global trade dynamics and influenced economic downturns. Learn about the intricate relationship between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico amid ongoing negotiations and trade agreements. Delve into the implications of tariffs on everyday consumers and businesses alike. Hear insights on how the opioid crisis parallels historical conflicts like the Opium Wars. Uncover the complexities...2025-02-0644 minRebuild Procurement PodcastDeepSeek & China's Artificial Sun E21Join Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the game-changing AI model DeepSeek that’s shaking up the tech world. Dive into how a Chinese quant genius is rewriting the rules of generative AI with an open-source approach. Explore the potential fallout for tech giants like Nvidia and OpenAI as competition heats up. Uncover the surprising implications of running powerful AI models on everyday devices. Hear Tom’s firsthand experience testing DeepSeek and his thoughts on its groundbreaking capabilities. Shift gears as Alan breaks down nuclear fusion and its promise of clean, limitless energy. Get...2025-02-0137 minRebuild Procurement PodcastNetflix Inflation & The Deluge of Trump Executive OrdersJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the whirlwind of executive orders from President Trump and their surprising impact on trade, energy, and the federal workforce. Explore the debate around remote work mandates and how executives plan to reshape office life in 2025. Discover how Netflix’s latest price hikes could offer clues for procurement professionals navigating pricing strategies. Dive into the intriguing dynamics of elasticity, inflation, and how pricing moves can ripple through industries. Uncover strategies to stay ahead of your peers in the ever-evolving procurement landscape. Join us for this and much mo...2025-01-2334 minRebuild Procurement PodcastInsuring LA, Left Hand Lebron + Becoming David GogginsJoin Tom and Alan on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at the insurance policy apocalypse in California and all of the variables, risk, and calculations that go into different policies for business and for personal lines from a procurement perspective. Deep wisdom from Tom's progeny on building a stronger mind and body by practicing to use both sides of the body. Different takes from Alan and Tom on how to masterplan your 2025 and break down your goals to create a system, not quite like David Goggins; but it's a start. Examining the rise of Mr. Beast and...2025-01-1641 minRebuild Procurement PodcastHappy Gilmore 2 & Cool Predictions for 2025Join Tom and Alan with special guest Paul Odell-Scott on Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at some intriguing predictions for 2025, and we gear up for a new year that promises to be more than rememberable. With many countries trending toward nationalism, will globalism continue to take hold? There are some big time beneficiaries of the rise in Bitcoin. US microchip manufacturing is poised to win big. The biggest winner in 2025 could be the fast food chain that removes seed oils from their food. All these topics and much more on the first episode of Rebuild Procurement in 2025...2025-01-0857 minRebuild Procurement PodcastZipHQ is Gahgahh, Hungry LLMs, Plus Procurement Winners in 2024Join Tom and Alan on a special episode of Rebuild Procurement as they take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers in 2024 both in business and in procurement. Find out what procurement insiders think and are really saying about ZipHQ.com after seeing it operate first hand in a world class procurement org. $600M worth of pain for McKinsey, and the price the rest of the world paid for evil management consulting advice. Alan and Tom share predictions, surprises and other interesting tid bits on current affairs as we round out our last episode of the...2025-01-0135 minRebuild Procurement PodcastSpecial Jingle For You + Turtledove Price Per Pound in 2024Join Tom and Alan on a special episode of Rebuild Procurement just in time for Christmas. On this latest show Tom gets festive, and Alan brings the Christmas gnome to your home. They discuss the 2024 PNC Christmas Price Index (CPI) and highlight categories that have experienced more significant inflation for an average of 5.4% in 2024. On behalf of the entire Rebuild Procurement Podcast team, Summit Procurement and CostCutPro families, have a wonderful holiday experience and don't let the Ten Lords-A-Leaping burn a hole in your pocket this year. #MerryChristmas 2024-12-3114 minRebuild Procurement PodcastProcurement Puns, The Great DOD Schism, & Empty Nesting E015Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss opportunity that exists in consolidated markets for innovation in defense and in banking. Have the 5 main suppliers in the DOD's supply base led to massive stagnation? Tom takes on a trip down memory lane in the financial sector. Who remembers Wachovia? This year instead of New Year's resolutions, let our hosts pontificate on why you should try out a "theme of the year" instead and how that might lead to more meaningful impact in your life. Are you setting up time for reflection throughout the...2024-12-1828 minRebuild Procurement PodcastTom & Alan's Epic of Procurement Origins & Even. More. D.O.G.E.Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss Broadcom's recent price hikes on VMware and the implications for procurement professionals. They explore the challenges of switching suppliers, the importance of long-term contracts, and the shifting margins between software companies and industries like financial services. Let's catch up on the latest developments of DOGE which is trending toward a once-in-a-lifetime government transformation. Stick with us as Tom and Alan delve into their personal journeys in procurement, sharing insights from their early careers and the evolution of procurement practices, including the inception of reverse...2024-12-1148 minRebuild Procurement PodcastThe Tariff Sherriff, Diamond Hands & Fungible Corporate Treasuries E012Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they explore the new Tariff Sherriff coming to town and the impact to our North American neighbors, but also how leverage might allow larger economic competitors skate by with lower tariffs. What are the implications of BTC's growth as more corporate treasuries move toward fungible assets to grapple with inflation. Diving deeper into DOGE, is Argentina the ideal boilerplate of what we might expect in terms of bureaucratic transformation? Find out today on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement! Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com/us...2024-12-0340 minRebuild Procurement PodcastD.O.G.E, the Largest Procurement Transformation Project in Human History? E011Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they explore DOGE, and think through what might be the largest procurement transformation in the history of humanity. The importance of continuous improvement within procurement and the challenges of government efficiency and spending. Let's delve into the complexities of government procurement, the need for patience in achieving savings goals, and the impact of that regulations have on spending. Alan and Tom share personal experiences and insights on how to navigate the procurement landscape effectively while revealing some of the deeper mission of the Rebuild Procurement Podcast. Let's...2024-11-2031 min
Rebuild Procurement PodcastElections Post Mortem & Pulling Procurement Levers E010Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the latest trends in procurement, touching on how procurement may have a bigger lever than sales to drive bottom line impact. What exactly is coffee roulette and how this can have a great impact on organizational culture. How deep is your organizational debt; thinking through processes and tech debt as if you were Dave Ramsey. Hang out with Tom and Alan as they tip toe around the latest election results and what that could mean for procurement and the greater economy as a whole on t...2024-11-1337 minRebuild Procurement PodcastAI Powered Desktops & 3D Chess With Mr. Spock E009Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the latest trends in procurement, focusing on the integration of desktop AI and automation, while Tom Details the difficulty of enterprise wide adoption for type of deployment. The importance of supply chain resilience, and the critical role of effective delegation in management are also major topics this week. They explore how AI can enhance productivity and efficiency in procurement processes while also addressing the challenges and considerations that come with its implementation. Tom and Alan elaborate on the need for procurement professionals to adapt to c...2024-11-0744 minRebuild Procurement PodcastSupplier Central: The Meteoric Rise of Taiwan Semiconductor E008Join Tom today as we dive into the origins of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing's meteoric and their roots at Texas Instruments. Tom discusses TSMC's impressive profit margins, its market dominance, and the geopolitical risks associated with its operations. The conversation highlights TSMC's technological advancements, particularly in AI and quantum computing, and offers insights into negotiating strategies with such a powerful supplier. Overall, this episode of Supplier Central on the Rebuild Procurement Podcast highlights the importance of partner positioning as your best bargaining chip when working with a behemoth supplier with nearly $900B in market cap like TSMC.Send...2024-11-0116 minRebuild Procurement PodcastChicken Robots & History Lessons in Management Consulting E007Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the evolving landscape of robotics and AI, exploring their applications in various industries, including agriculture and logistics. They highlight the importance of understanding the suitability of tasks for robots versus humans, the economic implications of robotics, and the impact of AI on procurement and interest rates. The discussion also touches on the challenges of measuring inflation and the need for clarity in economic data. Alan and Tom explore various themes surrounding economic predictions, transparency in data, the history of management consulting, and the evolution of...2024-10-2347 minRebuild Procurement PodcastMission Europa & Further Explorations into Procurement Cycles E006Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss space exploration and the latest advancements in technology; Insights and Alan's favorite highlights from the SIG conference; the recent launch of SpaceX's Starship, the future of space travel, and Elon Musk's innovations in robotics and AI. The conversation also highlights the significance of constructive feedback in personal growth and the dynamics of outsourcing in procurement. And finally, we wrap this episode up with a discussion on the procurement cycle and strategies for effective supplier management for category and contract managers. Send us a t...2024-10-1639 minRebuild Procurement PodcastRousing Procurement Policy & Extremophiles E005Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the importance of procurement policies and the dangers of overzealous regulation. Great news as the ILA dock worker strike was resolved without any major impact to supply chain. FEMA struggles to provide the necessary aid to disaster zones with new storms on the way. Are the issues at FEMA just typical slow moving government bureaucracy, or is there more to the story? Listen in as Tom and Alan discuss the business of procurement from SIG SEG from sunny Palm Springs. Send us a t...2024-10-0931 minRebuild Procurement PodcastProcurement Intake & Funny French Words E004Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss discuss various aspects of procurement intake and tech leaders in the procurement orchestration space to expand greater visibility in the procurement process. The potential impact of the ILA port strike on supply chains could have been catastrophic for certain export markets like perishable foods, but have thankfully been avoided. The implications of force majeure and understanding how it applies to contract management is essential.Send us a textApple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877Amazon...2024-10-0842 minRebuild Procurement PodcastNobody Driving This Thing & Everything is a System E003Join Tom and Alan on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as they discuss the most recent advancements of OpenAI’s newest model and how it can be used for work, which is considered on par with PhD level intelligence. What is your time allocation for building systems versus normal day to day work? Alan provides some insight into his system versus day-to-day work balance. Tom tells us what it is like riding in an unmanned driverless vehicle powered by Waymo in a recent trip to San Francisco. Listen in as Tom and Alan discuss procurement on the road as...2024-09-2433 minRebuild Procurement PodcastGolden Handcuffs & the Value of 30/60/90 Day Plans E002Join Tom and Alan as they discuss the dynamics of golden handcuffs and some interesting metrics on how much you should have saved to prepare for a potential stint on the job market. The impact of globalization on job security, and the importance of saving for the future. Interesting tidbits on the release of new Apple and Google phones; Interesting considerations for outsourcing and supplier management to stay ahead of the game and constantly demonstrate value in procurement roles. The importance of evaluating supplier relationships and seeking alternative quotes to ensure cost-effectiveness by using a roadmap. Send us...2024-09-1240 min