Supplier Diversity Learn key strategies to optimize and transform partnerships based on not only streamlined process and cost but also in terms of developing environmentally and socially responsible supplier networks.

*Offer valid for executives involved in direct or indirect spend only.

Key session:

Main Conference Day One, July 15, 2008

Optimizing Your Minority Spend To Streamline Strategic Partnerships
Jamie Crump, Director Indirect Strategic Sourcing, United Rentals

Getting and/or keeping a successful supplier diversity program running is no simple undertaking.  You must implement your formal definitions, define the type of certifications that your organization will accept, and understand how to leverage minority spend across the spend categories. Get suggestions and tips on how to accomplish these goals. Find certified minority companies and track and report on diversity spend.  Leverage your diversity partnerships for your company and for the minority company.