Smart Business Buying Podcast

By: Amazon Business
  • Summary

  • Buying for work can be just as easy as buying for home. When we share approaches and collaborate, it becomes even simpler. The Smart Business Buying Podcast speaks to purchasing professionals looking to stay informed on industry trends and solve challenging problems. Hear from industry experts and leaders as they share trends, stories, and tools for smarter purchasing.

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Episodes
  • S1E3: Redefining cooperative purchasing in higher ed
    Mar 4 2025

    How can universities maximize their resources?

    In this third episode of the season, Jamon Hill shares how the University of North Texas System looks beyond cost savings to create long-term value through cooperative procurement. Learn how they're collaborating with other institutions to make more impactful purchasing decisions.

    If you enjoyed this great discussion, follow the Smart Business Buying Podcast for more insights.

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    12 mins
  • S1E2: Navigating through cross-border purchasing
    Feb 25 2025

    What does it take to successfully expand a company's purchasing footprint globally?

    In this second episode of the season, Katherine Vaillancourt shares how Samuel, Son & Co., Limited — a leading metals and industrial products manufacturer, processor, and distributor — successfully expanded its purchasing operations across North America. Katherine highlights the key drivers and strategies that have contributed to their growth, such as leveraging data and building strong relationships in new markets.

    If you enjoyed this insightful conversation, follow the Smart Business Buying Podcast to stay up to date.


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    9 mins
  • S1E1: Diving into the procurement skills for the future
    Feb 18 2025

    What skills will define the future of procurement?

    Host Brit Moorer sits down with Vaibhav Sahgal (Economist Impact) and Oloyede Olumide (Amazon Business) to discuss findings from the recent Economist Impact "Procurement skills for the future" report.

    This first episode of the season covers how priorities in procurement are shifting, the impact of technology adoption, and the challenges organizations face in addressing skills gaps.

    If you enjoyed this episode, follow the Smart Business Buying Podcast to stay up to date. For the full research, visit amazonbusiness.com/podcast.

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    17 mins

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