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Strategic Vendor Relationship Management Framework for Achieving Long-Term Value Creation in Global Procurement Networks

Geraldine Chika Nwokocha Olakunle Babatunde Alao Opeyemi Morenike Filani

Subject area: Management and Commerce  ·  Area of research: Supply Chain Management

Abstract

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, procurement networks face mounting pressure to achieve sustainable competitive advantage through effective vendor relationship management (VRM). This paper proposes a strategic VRM framework designed to foster long-term value creation within global procurement networks by integrating supplier performance analytics, collaborative innovation practices, and adaptive governance mechanisms. Drawing upon multi-sector case studies and comparative analyses of procurement practices, the framework aligns organizational procurement strategies with long-term supplier development and joint value propositions. The research highlights the interplay between trust-based partnerships, risk-sharing mechanisms, and data-driven performance measurement in mitigating supply chain vulnerabilities. The findings provide actionable insights for procurement leaders, enabling them to navigate complexities in global sourcing environments, optimize resource allocation, and co-create value with strategic suppliers. This work contributes to the literature on supply chain management by articulating a comprehensive VRM model that advances both operational excellence and strategic resilience in a dynamic market landscape [Z1]?[Z5], [E1]?[E5].

Keywords

Vendor Relationship Management, Value Creation, Global Procurement, Supplier Collaboration, Supply Chain Resilience, Strategic Sourcing

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Geraldine Chika Nwokocha, Olakunle Babatunde Alao, Opeyemi Morenike Filani "Strategic Vendor Relationship Management Framework for Achieving Long-Term Value Creation in Global Procurement Networks" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 3 Issue 4 2019 Page 412-427
Geraldine Chika Nwokocha, Olakunle Babatunde Alao, Opeyemi Morenike Filani "Strategic Vendor Relationship Management Framework for Achieving Long-Term Value Creation in Global Procurement Networks" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 3, no. 4, Oct. 2019
Geraldine Chika Nwokocha, Olakunle Babatunde Alao, Opeyemi Morenike Filani (2019). Strategic Vendor Relationship Management Framework for Achieving Long-Term Value Creation in Global Procurement Networks. Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 3(4).
Geraldine Chika Nwokocha, Olakunle Babatunde Alao, Opeyemi Morenike Filani "Strategic Vendor Relationship Management Framework for Achieving Long-Term Value Creation in Global Procurement Networks" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, vol. 3, no. 4, Oct. 2019.
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      author = {Geraldine Chika Nwokocha, Olakunle Babatunde Alao, Opeyemi Morenike Filani},
      title = {Strategic Vendor Relationship Management Framework for Achieving Long-Term Value Creation in Global Procurement Networks},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2019},
      volume = {3},
      number = {4},
      pages = {412-427},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1710316.pdf},
      abstract = {In an increasingly interconnected global economy, procurement networks face mounting pressure to achieve sustainable competitive advantage through effective vendor relationship management (VRM). This paper proposes a strategic VRM framework designed to foster long-term value creation within global procurement networks by integrating supplier performance analytics, collaborative innovation practices, and adaptive governance mechanisms. Drawing upon multi-sector case studies and comparative analyses of procurement practices, the framework aligns organizational procurement strategies with long-term supplier development and joint value propositions. The research highlights the interplay between trust-based partnerships, risk-sharing mechanisms, and data-driven performance measurement in mitigating supply chain vulnerabilities. The findings provide actionable insights for procurement leaders, enabling them to navigate complexities in global sourcing environments, optimize resource allocation, and co-create value with strategic suppliers. This work contributes to the literature on supply chain management by articulating a comprehensive VRM model that advances both operational excellence and strategic resilience in a dynamic market landscape [Z1]?[Z5], [E1]?[E5].},
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