Procurement Managed Services
PCR&Cs’ Procurement Managed Service is an extension of your business. We integrate seamlessly with your internal teams to handle procurement activities adding capacity and capability to your organisation. Our Procurement Managed Service helps defined outputs that are important to each client’s unique circumstances and priorities. We start with a throughout assessment to understand the organisation’s current position and its aspired direction of travel and work with them to understand the services required and provide a solution that delivers expected outcomes.
What is Procurement Managed Services?
Our Procurement Managed Service offers a flexible, scalable model that seamlessly integrates with your internal teams to manage procurement activities as an extension of your business. From supplier management and sourcing to compliance with procurement policies, we provide the expertise and support you need. Our PMS solution enhances operational efficiency and aligns strategically with your objectives, leveraging our extensive experience, robust technology, and proven methodologies. Tailored to your needs, our services drive value, mitigate risk, and support your broader goals.
Procurement Managed Services
Our Procurement Managed Service is a flexible service centred entirely around defined outputs that are pertinent to a client’s unique circumstances. We work with clients to understand the services required and provide a solution that embodies human resources, intelligence, tools and processes to deliver optimum results.
The flexibility of Procurement Managed Service is key, which is why the service can encompass any, or all, of our procurement solutions. Typically, most clients require support with the following:
- Category Management
- Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Contract Management
- Resource development and coaching
- Tools & Software
Our delivery team of consultants usually possess between 15 and 30 years’ experience and are experts in the management of complex procurement projects requiring bespoke support. Agile and flexible in their approach, they integrate seamlessly into existing procurement departments fostering a united and co-operative method of working with all key stakeholders, and forging a path of collaboration to maximise innovation and opportunity.
Procurement Managed Services Outcomes
Operational Excellence
Our practitioner-led team have decades of experience to draw upon and contribute established methodologies and innovative processes that drive cost down and improve efficiencies to support operational excellence in your procurement function.
Structured Approach
Our Procurement Managed Service is defined by a structured plan with key milestones and deliverables documented from the outset. This approach ensures your outcomes are clear and enables effective tracking and reporting to stakeholders throughout the lifetime of the project.
Risk Management
At Pcr&C risk management always remains central in our working practices. Our approach is designed to optimise a client’s way of working in the long term, which may include SRM, contract negotiation, procurement technology and more, reducing risk and future-proofing the organisation.
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Procurement Managed Service
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to Achieve
- Identified Outputs in an Agreed Timescale: Clear, measurable results delivered within a set timeline.
- Complete Control of Costs: Full management and oversight of budget and expenditure.
- Excellence in a Defined Area within the Procurement Function: Demonstrating expertise and exceptional performance in a specific area of procurement.
- Best-in-Class Procurement Methodologies: The implementation of top-tier procurement practices by highly skilled, award-winning professionals to enhance business operations.
Why Choose Us
Cost Control
With our Procurement Managed Service we charge by output not by resource with a regular, (usually monthly) pricing structure. This guarantees costs won’t escalate and supports financial planning.
Cutting Edge Tools
Our best-in-class procurement tools and methodologies will be utilised throughout the project by our experienced team who will focus on delivering optimum results every time.
Long-Term Focus
We collaborate with clients to define outputs from the outset, and we ensure that long-term, sustainable solutions are recommended which leave a legacy for years to come.
Cost Transformation Service
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to Achieve
- Reduced costs both in the short-term and longer-term for improved profitability
- Enhanced supplier relationships with opportunity for innovation
- Consistently robust decision making based on rigorous analysis of the market and competitive forces
- Ethical procurement principles embedded within your cost transformation process
- Sustainable cost reduction guided by longer-term category management plans.
Why Choose Us
Value Add
our cost transformation strategy focuses not only on reducing costs but also on providing long-term value and supporting clients with ethical procurement practices. This approach ensures that clients achieve both financial efficiency and positive social impact.escalate and supports financial planning.
An Experienced Team
our consultants bring 15 to 30 years of expertise in procurement and commercial strategy. With this wealth of experience, we excel in driving cost transformation initiatives. Our talented team has successfully delivered impactful cost transformation programs for numerous clients across a wide range of industries.
A Synergistic Approach
We’ll ensure the cost strategy is aligned with broader business strategy, and we’ll seek to gain synergies from across the business to enhance success
Features of Cost Transformation
The Cost Transformation process begins with a detailed analysis of the client’s expenditure. We undertake four key activities:
Procurement Transformation
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to Achieve
A procurement function recognized internally as a strategic and efficient partner, fully aligned with organizational objectives.
A reputation for empowering internal departments to achieve their goals effectively.
Strong connections with suppliers, fostering enhanced communication, innovation, and continuous improvement to deliver maximum value.
A high-performing team of skilled and resourceful professionals excelling in efficient purchase processes, including category management, supplier relationship management (SRM), procure-to-pay workflows, and data-driven analysis.
Why Choose Us
Strategic Focus
We support our client’s profitable growth through sound business strategy. Our consultants engage with senior stakeholders across the organization and understand how to apply procurement effectively to achieve business objectives.
Experience
Our senior managing consultants all possess between 15 and 30 years’ procurement experience. Their practical experience and knowledge, having been involved in numerous Procurement Transformations, is second to none.
Discover & Solve
We have a robust discovery methodology which supports the successful identification of core areas of focus. We then design and drive tailored plans to address key challenges and maximise sustainable value.
Features of Procurement Transformation
The PCRANDC Procurement Transformation team combines extensive hands-on experience in transforming procurement organizations with consulting best practices to deliver impactful results. Our approach encompasses every critical element of procurement and supply chain management, including people, processes, technology, and governance. We partner with our clients to drive accelerated procurement transformation programs that deliver measurable efficiencies, enhanced quality, and improved stakeholder engagement—all while staying closely aligned with the organization’s unique culture and values. Our service provides a thorough evaluation of procurement functions, identifying key areas for improvement to elevate capacity, capability, and overall effectiveness. A PCRANDC Procurement Transformation Review emphasizes:
Contract Lifecycle Management
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to achieve
- Contracts streamlined to strategic business priorities
- Enriched supplier relationships
- Greater business efficiencies
- Reduced costs
- Enhanced risk management plans
- Contracts which offer sustainable solutions and longer-term value.
Why Choose Us
A Tailored Approach
At PCRANDC, we approach contract lifecycle management with a fresh perspective. Building on decades of experience and a proven methodology refined by the latest insights and technologies, we go beyond a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, we adopt a tailored strategy that aligns with the unique requirements of each contract and the specific context of the organization.
A Comprehensive Process
We collaborate closely with our clients to thoroughly understand their business environment and the key factors driving change. As part of this process, we conduct a comprehensive gap analysis, assessing the current approach against industry best practices. This analysis is led by seasoned practitioners who leverage their extensive market insight across various clients and sectors. Our recommendations focus on delivering contract solutions that go beyond mere cost savings, offering strategic value and sustainable benefits.
A Long-Term View
We are dedicated to collaborating with organizations rather than merely implementing changes for them. By fostering strong partnerships with our clients, we ensure that the knowledge and expertise behind the contract management approach are fully understood, adopted, and sustained by internal teams. Our commitment to delivering lasting impact aligns with our core principles, leaving a legacy of long-term value that continues well beyond our engagement.
Features of Contract Lifecycle Management
At PCRANDC, we guide our clients on a comprehensive journey toward effective contract lifecycle management, ensuring robust governance, risk mitigation, and opportunities for innovation. This approach provides clarity and confidence throughout the contract process. Our focus is on high-value, long-duration, or complex contracts, often involving capital projects, services, outsourcing, or hybrid models. By prioritizing these areas, we maximize impact and deliver exceptional return on investment for our clients. Our methodical, proactive approach follows a structured four-stage process. Backed by a team of seasoned contract professionals, we work closely with clients to ensure the successful execution of each stage, enabling them to unlock the full potential of their contracts.
Procurement Managed Service
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to Achieve
- Identified Outputs in an Agreed Timescale: Clear, measurable results delivered within a set timeline.
- Complete Control of Costs: Full management and oversight of budget and expenditure.
- Excellence in a Defined Area within the Procurement Function: Demonstrating expertise and exceptional performance in a specific area of procurement.
- Best-in-Class Procurement Methodologies: The implementation of top-tier procurement practices by highly skilled, award-winning professionals to enhance business operations.
Why Choose Us
Cost Control
With our Procurement Managed Service we charge by output not by resource with a regular, (usually monthly) pricing structure. This guarantees costs won’t escalate and supports financial planning.
Cutting Edge Tools
Our best-in-class procurement tools and methodologies will be utilised throughout the project by our experienced team who will focus on delivering optimum results every time.
Long-Term Focus
We collaborate with clients to define outputs from the outset, and we ensure that long-term, sustainable solutions are recommended which leave a legacy for years to come.
Cost Transformation Service
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to Achieve
- Reduced costs both in the short-term and longer-term for improved profitability
- Enhanced supplier relationships with opportunity for innovation
- Consistently robust decision making based on rigorous analysis of the market and competitive forces
- Ethical procurement principles embedded within your cost transformation process
- Sustainable cost reduction guided by longer-term category management plans.
Why Choose Us
Value Add
our cost transformation strategy focuses not only on reducing costs but also on providing long-term value and supporting clients with ethical procurement practices. This approach ensures that clients achieve both financial efficiency and positive social impact.escalate and supports financial planning.
An Experienced Team
our consultants bring 15 to 30 years of expertise in procurement and commercial strategy. With this wealth of experience, we excel in driving cost transformation initiatives. Our talented team has successfully delivered impactful cost transformation programs for numerous clients across a wide range of industries.
A Synergistic Approach
We’ll ensure the cost strategy is aligned with broader business strategy, and we’ll seek to gain synergies from across the business to enhance success
Features of Cost Transformation
The Cost Transformation process begins with a detailed analysis of the client’s expenditure. We undertake four key activities:
Procurement Transformation
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to Achieve
A procurement function recognized internally as a strategic and efficient partner, fully aligned with organizational objectives.
A reputation for empowering internal departments to achieve their goals effectively.
Strong connections with suppliers, fostering enhanced communication, innovation, and continuous improvement to deliver maximum value.
A high-performing team of skilled and resourceful professionals excelling in efficient purchase processes, including category management, supplier relationship management (SRM), procure-to-pay workflows, and data-driven analysis.
Why Choose Us
Strategic Focus
We support our client’s profitable growth through sound business strategy. Our consultants engage with senior stakeholders across the organization and understand how to apply procurement effectively to achieve business objectives.
Experience
Our senior managing consultants all possess between 15 and 30 years’ procurement experience. Their practical experience and knowledge, having been involved in numerous Procurement Transformations, is second to none.
Discover & Solve
We have a robust discovery methodology which supports the successful identification of core areas of focus. We then design and drive tailored plans to address key challenges and maximise sustainable value.
Features of Procurement Transformation
The PCRANDC Procurement Transformation team combines extensive hands-on experience in transforming procurement organizations with consulting best practices to deliver impactful results. Our approach encompasses every critical element of procurement and supply chain management, including people, processes, technology, and governance. We partner with our clients to drive accelerated procurement transformation programs that deliver measurable efficiencies, enhanced quality, and improved stakeholder engagement—all while staying closely aligned with the organization’s unique culture and values. Our service provides a thorough evaluation of procurement functions, identifying key areas for improvement to elevate capacity, capability, and overall effectiveness. A PCRANDC Procurement Transformation Review emphasizes:
Contract Lifecycle Management
PCRANDC has been recognized as a Gold Procurement Consultancy Firm by Consultancy.UK. This recognition highlights their leadership in procurement consultancy within the UK. The assessment evaluates various factors, including procurement capabilities, company reputation, analyst benchmarks, industry recognitions, and thought leadership, among others.
Aspire to achieve
- Contracts streamlined to strategic business priorities
- Enriched supplier relationships
- Greater business efficiencies
- Reduced costs
- Enhanced risk management plans
- Contracts which offer sustainable solutions and longer-term value.
Why Choose Us
A Tailored Approach
At PCRANDC, we approach contract lifecycle management with a fresh perspective. Building on decades of experience and a proven methodology refined by the latest insights and technologies, we go beyond a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, we adopt a tailored strategy that aligns with the unique requirements of each contract and the specific context of the organization.
A Comprehensive Process
We collaborate closely with our clients to thoroughly understand their business environment and the key factors driving change. As part of this process, we conduct a comprehensive gap analysis, assessing the current approach against industry best practices. This analysis is led by seasoned practitioners who leverage their extensive market insight across various clients and sectors. Our recommendations focus on delivering contract solutions that go beyond mere cost savings, offering strategic value and sustainable benefits.
A Long-Term View
We are dedicated to collaborating with organizations rather than merely implementing changes for them. By fostering strong partnerships with our clients, we ensure that the knowledge and expertise behind the contract management approach are fully understood, adopted, and sustained by internal teams. Our commitment to delivering lasting impact aligns with our core principles, leaving a legacy of long-term value that continues well beyond our engagement.
Features of Contract Lifecycle Management
At PCRANDC, we guide our clients on a comprehensive journey toward effective contract lifecycle management, ensuring robust governance, risk mitigation, and opportunities for innovation. This approach provides clarity and confidence throughout the contract process. Our focus is on high-value, long-duration, or complex contracts, often involving capital projects, services, outsourcing, or hybrid models. By prioritizing these areas, we maximize impact and deliver exceptional return on investment for our clients. Our methodical, proactive approach follows a structured four-stage process. Backed by a team of seasoned contract professionals, we work closely with clients to ensure the successful execution of each stage, enabling them to unlock the full potential of their contracts.
Each client and contract is unique, with variations in complexity, contract type, and internal capabilities. As a result, no two outcomes will ever be identical. However, what we can assure our clients is that our contract lifecycle management service will deliver more than just cost savings and short-term benefits. We are committed to driving long-term value, helping clients realize lasting improvements and strategic advantages throughout the lifecycle of their contracts.
Our service offers the following key benefits:
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Future-Proofed Contracts: A benchmarked process that takes into account market changes, new legislation, and technological advancements to ensure contracts are adaptable and resilient to future shifts.
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Structured Implementation Plan: A clear, detailed plan for both the client and service provider, ensuring contracts are executed as intended, milestones are achieved, and informed decisions are made throughout the process.
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Improved Contract Performance: We focus on eliminating underperforming contracts in a controlled, methodical way, optimizing performance and value.
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Realizing Unfulfilled Value: Our expert negotiation and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) skills help unlock value that has been agreed upon but not yet delivered, maximizing return on investment.
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Relationship Management: If necessary, we facilitate sensitive yet pragmatic course corrections and reset relationships to align with evolving needs.
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Comprehensive Risk Management: A clear, concise risk register with actionable mitigation plans, ensuring risks are managed proactively and responsibly within the contracting entity.
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Intelligent Reporting for Future Contracts: Extensive reporting and insights for next-generation contracts, providing valuable intelligence to guide future success and continuous improvement.
This comprehensive approach ensures that contracts are not only aligned with current needs but are positioned for long-term sustainability and success.
