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    Supplier management in German manufacturing companies: An empirical investigation

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    Journal article with impact factor
    Author
    Szwejczewski, Marek
    Goffin, Keith
    Lemke, Fred
    Pfeiffer, Rolf
    Lohmüller, Bertrand
    Publication Year
    2001
    Journal
    International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management
    Publication Volume
    31
    Publication Issue
    5
    Publication Begin page
    354
    Publication End page
    373
    
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    Abstract
    A key issue for manufacturers is supplier management, i.e. organising the optimal flow of high quality, value‐for‐money materials or components from appropriate innovative suppliers. Many companies now recognise the central role that supplier management plays in achieving long‐term competitive advantage. This paper presents the results of a study of supplier management practices in Germany, contrasted against those in the UK. It identifies a key difference – German manufacturers have not reduced their supplier base as much as the companies in the UK. However, it appears that German manufacturers will be reducing their supplier base in the near future, although they are likely to follow a policy of multiple sourcing rather than single‐sourcing from suppliers. The results of the research have strong implications for German companies as they clearly indicate the potential for performance improvement through the adoption of best practices in the field of supplier management.
    Keyword
    Supply‐chain Management, Manufacturing industry, United Kingdom, Germany, Surveys
    Knowledge Domain/Industry
    Operations & Supply Chain Management
    DOI
    10.1108/EUM0000000005514
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12127/6276
    ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
    10.1108/EUM0000000005514
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