Look at skills, not sector
13 September 2012
Too many will only recruit purchasing professionals with specific sector experience. They are missing out on talented people, argues Lynne Hardman
The recent story in SM about the top purchasing job at Haringey council has brought into sharp focus the issue of how much purchasing experience you need to build a career in purchasing. Whatever your view, the issue has highlighted the importance of considering transferable skills when undertaking a selection process.
In the executive recruitment marketplace,...