Let's Talk Procurement
Two Lukes, One CIP
Welcome to "Let's Talk Procurement" - the procurement podcast where Lukes 1 and 10 navigate the wild world of purchasing with a side of humour and a dash of dad jokes. 🛍️ Join Luke 1, the procurement prodigy, and Luke 10, the tender-hearted jokester, as they untangle the knotty world of supply chains and contracts, one laugh at a time. From negotiating deals to chasing down the best bulk discounts, these Lukes have it all covered – and yes, they'll probably throw in a few puns along the way. Take a break from the text books & join us on the journey to procurement enlightenment served with a smile and a sprinkle of procurement magic! 🌟✨
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Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on this podcast are like coffee preferences – diverse and subject to change. The hosts may spill the beans on their thoughts, but they don't claim to be everyone's cup of tea. Listener discretion is advised. Remember, it's all in good fun and the only thing brewed here is a blend of entertainment and conversation with a hint of education. Sip responsibly! ☕🎙️
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Let's Talk Procurement episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Let's Talk Procurement for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Let's Talk Procurement episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
8. What is the Triple Bottom Line?
Let's Talk Procurement
01/30/24 • 29 min
Today's episode explores the "Triple Bottom Line" concept. Can a business focus on the Planet whilst being profitable? Why is the TBL important? Join us to find out & let us know what you would do in the scenario put forward by Big John.
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It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
7. This FCK up goes way off track
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01/16/24 • 29 min
FCK up number 2 is here. Luke 10 brings another high profile duck up to the pod which looks at mistakes made in the rail industry. Are these mistakes due to the suppliers or the buyers? What can we do to avoid similar mistakes ourselves?
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
6. Lean Manufacturing God Taichi Ohno
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01/02/24 • 31 min
Luke10 is less than impressed with Luke 1's rubbish joke. The boys take a dive into one of the founding fathers of Lean manufacturing, Taichi Ohno. This episode is not a waste of your time.
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
4. The KFC FCK Up
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12/12/23 • 23 min
In this side mission the guys talk about high profile procurement duck ups. This episode takes a look at one of the most devastating duck ups in recent years. Perfect for complimenting your essay answers, you would be quackers to miss this one
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
3. Is MCIPS worth it? Cheers Janet
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12/11/23 • 32 min
Our first dive into MCIPS and whether or not it is worth doing. The journey can be a long one but will it pay dividends? More importantly, we introduce a wonderful listener to you all.
Email: [email protected]
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
2. CIPS TIPS
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12/01/23 • 25 min
In this episode we look at some top tips for passing your CIPS exams. Warning, this may go off on a tangent.
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
0. Barbershop Pilot Ramble
Let's Talk Procurement
11/21/23 • 24 min
Testing a couple of locations for recording the pod results in some questionable audio quality. We would like to assure you that the first half of this recording is the worst audio you will listen to. Although your patience will be rewarded with an incredible second half. Bit of a ramble, bit of a shamble, enjoy our pilot.
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
24. Season 2 Trailer
Let's Talk Procurement
07/30/24 • 12 min
Luke 10 recorded a season 2 trailer before we had published our first ever episode. The boys give some insights as to what you can expect for the upcoming second season of Lets Talk Procurement before playing the audacious initial recording.
Please get in touch with any episode requests, questions or stories for a chance to be featured in the new season.
See you soon listeners..
email: [email protected]
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
22. What is Termination anyway?
Let's Talk Procurement
07/02/24 • 36 min
Todays episode touches on everyones favourite topic. Termination. What is termination anyway? A term that is thrown around a lot by the business but not always understood. Let's unpack it.
Are there any terms you want us to cover on future episodes? [email protected]
Thank you as always!
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
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Cya Later
S2. E21. Navigating the CIPS Essay Route (Assignment 2: Commercial Management)
Let's Talk Procurement
04/22/25 • 40 min
We discuss the challenges and unexpected triumphs of tackling the CIPS Commercial Management in Procurement module, revealing Luke 10's results to you listeners and Luke live on this recording.
• Deep dive into the content of the Commercial Management module focusing on organisational strategy
• Exploring the connections between corporate strategy and supply chain management
• Challenges of linking theoretical strategy frameworks to practical procurement applications
• Explaining how financial considerations affect supplier relationships and pricing models
• Live reveal of exam results
• Discussion of study approaches and applying feedback between modules
• Celebration of reaching the one-third milestone toward completing MCIPS qualification
Thanks to our listeners for helping us reach 5,000 downloads! We appreciate your support and feedback. Special thanks to Jim for his encouraging message about how the podcast has helped him continue his CIPS studies.
Please get in touch as we love to hear from you listeners! You can use the "text" function above or drop us on email: [email protected] or visit our website www.letstalkprocurement.co.uk
It would also mean the world if you can drop us a cheeky 5* rating on your platform of choice,
Cya Later
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FAQ
How many episodes does Let's Talk Procurement have?
Let's Talk Procurement currently has 48 episodes available.
What topics does Let's Talk Procurement cover?
The podcast is about Supply Chain, Podcasts, Education and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Let's Talk Procurement?
The episode title '7. This FCK up goes way off track' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Let's Talk Procurement?
The average episode length on Let's Talk Procurement is 34 minutes.
How often are episodes of Let's Talk Procurement released?
Episodes of Let's Talk Procurement are typically released every 13 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of Let's Talk Procurement?
The first episode of Let's Talk Procurement was released on Nov 19, 2023.
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