The Gap Partnership

European retailers are forging formidable buying alliances, creating a shift in supplier negotiations. This trend, born from economic pressures and evolving market demands, shows no signs of abating. Chris Atkins explores the landscape of shifting power dynamics, as suppliers find themselves at a crossroads, compelled to reassess their strategies and fortify their negotiation tactics. Click here 👉 https://bit.ly/4g5rD68 to read all about it. #Negotiation #BuyingAlliances #Retail

Reminder, UPCOMING WEBINAR: 🌍 Ready to unlock the power of sustainability in procurement?   Join our global webinar on Procurement and Sustainability: Accelerating progress by optimizing negotiation capability.    We'll explore the opportunities and challenges that procurement teams face when engaging with different types of suppliers on sustainability, examining various strategic approaches. Discover how procurement functions are taking a leading role in helping businesses achieve ambitious ESG goals and gain insights into effective strategies for integrating sustainability into negotiation tactics and maximizing value from supplier relationships.   Register now for a more sustainable future! 📅 Date: Monday, October 28th  🕒 Time: 3:30 PM GMT  📌 Keynote Speakers: Dan Anderson, Senior Manager, The Gap Partnership and Chris Young, Manager, The Gap Partnership 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/ggQSdT-7   Why not tune in to The Negotiation Society podcast https://lnkd.in/gB8U9CXE featuring Patrick Shewell, the Global Head of Sustainability at Mondelēz International, to find out about reducing carbon footprints, waste and trading variables linked to sustainability?    #Procurement #Sustainability #ESG #Webinar #NegotiationCapability #GlobalWebinar

🎙️ "My Irish grandmother said you have two ears and one mouth for a reason, so use them in those ratios."   We kick off our new C-Suite Talks podcast series with a candid conversation between two CEOs who are both experts in communication: Scarlett McCabe of Debate Mate and Graham Botwright of The Gap Partnership.   Scarlett opens up to host Jessie Lancaster about how discovering debate transformed her from being "one of the most disruptive girls at the best schools" to running a pioneering social business. While Graham reveals he was also a debater at school and reflects on how great negotiators are problem-solvers who use creativity and innovation to reach agreement.   Listen to the episode to find out:   1️⃣ Which famous present-day orators Scarlett is inspired by, and what they have in common.   2️⃣ How the power of 3 is a failsafe option for effective communication.   3️⃣ Why “disagreeing agreeably” is at the heart of both negotiation and debate.   4️⃣ The biggest advantage that learning how to debate gives a child at school.   To hear Scarlett and Graham chat to Jessie, click here https://bit.ly/4faQzYA or search for The Negotiation Society Podcast C-Suite Talks on your favourite podcast platform and let us know your biggest takeaway! 💬   #Negotiation #Debate #Leadership #Communication #PsychologicalSafety #CSuiteTalks  

To paraphrase the famous saying, everything is bigger in Texas…including procurement and negotiation! Michael Kamins, Hayley Fazakerley and Arnosh Keswani visited the Texan capital, Austin, to network and insight-share at Tomorrow's Procurement Leader 2024 event, hosted by Procurement Leaders | A World 50 Group Community.   Our team were in great company alongside Pfizer, USAA, Provincial Health Services Authority, OpenAI, United Airlines, TealBook, Tempur Sealy International and Sanofi. They also ran a high-energy workshop session covering best practice for how smart and strategic negotiation can deliver procurement teams’ objectives.   Hayley also took the opportunity to catch up with former delegate and Senior AI Engineer at Google, Gabrielle Chueh, to hear about how our negotiation training transformed Gabrielle’s approach to life at work. #ProcurementLeaders #ProcurementTech #StrategicNegotiation

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Rain, hail, thunderstorms…and just a tiny touch of sunshine at the end! Whatever the weather, our intrepid team of TGP’ers braved – or should that be, negotiated - the elements and pedalled a mighty 400km across 3 days. It was all in the name of GroceryAid London to Brussels Cycle 2024, raising funds for a very worthy cause.   A huge shout out to Dan Anderson, Donna Selway and Chris Young - we are all very proud of your epic achievement, and indeed that of everyone who took part.   Want to make a difference too? Click here to contribute 👉https://lnkd.in/ehvTxGq6 #GAlondon2brussels #GroceryAid #Fundraising

With 130km ahead of them on day two, Chris Young, Donna Selway and Dan Anderson prepare to battle the elements once again today in their quest to cycle from London to Brussels to raise awareness and vital funds for GroceryAid, a remarkable charity who provide financial, emotional and practical support to people who work or have worked in the grocery industry.    Click here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ePPs5VKS to find out more about GroceryAid and here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehvTxGq6 if you would like to make a donation.    Go team, you've got this! 🚴🏻♂️ #GAlondon2brussels #GroceryAid #Fundraising

It’s pedals at the ready for Chris Young, Donna Selway and Dan Anderson as they prepare to embark on an incredible journey from London to Brussels this morning, in the rain! An epic 400km of cycling in just three days, all in the name of supporting the remarkable work done by GroceryAid, who provide financial, emotional and practical support to people who work or have worked in the grocery industry. You too can make a difference by contributing here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehvTxGq6 Good luck ☘️ to everyone involved. #GAlondon2brussels #GroceryAid #Fundraising

The Gap Partnership is thrilled to announce our participation in Tomorrow's Procurement Leaders, Americas, hosted by Procurement Leaders | A World 50 Group Community, on September 24-25, 2024. We will be joining industry giants like Pfizer, USAA, Provincial Health Services Authority, OpenAI, United Airlines and Sanofi. 🚀   This event is a prime opportunity to: 💥 Understand how negotiation skills can drive stronger procurement outcomes 💥 Connect with top-tier negotiation professionals who are redefining negotiation strategies in procurement 💥 Explore best practices in negotiation, leading your organization to commercial success   🔗 Secure your place now: https://okt.to/RODeUn   Stay tuned for more info and we look forward to seeing you there! Michael Kamins Arnosh Keswani Hayley Fazakerley #Negotiation #Procurement #Leadership #TheGapPartnership #PLTPL #ProcurementLeadership #Networking #Innovation #FutureOfProcurement

📈 As inflation continues to squeeze wallets, consumers are making a bold move; they are turning to private-label brands. A 2023 survey reveals that 54% of shoppers plan to buy more private labels, while only 26% will remain loyal to name brands.   In our latest article, Sal Fiordelisi dives deep into these emerging trends, exploring their implications for the consumer packaged goods landscape.   👉 Don’t miss out, click the link to read the full article and discover the growing demand for private labels. https://lnkd.in/e58cPPKV   #ConsumerPackagedGoods #ConsumerBehavior #Inflation #BrandLoyalty