SCM is a team effort. At a minimum, the team comprises the contracting officer and a representative from the client organization. Where assistance from Assigned counsel and/or finance is required, these members serve as business advisers. The makeup of a purchase/SCM team may change as it moves through the six SCM process steps; and the roles, responsibilities, and business skills necessary to success may change accordingly.
Generally, purchase/SCM team functional roles include:
In complex purchase situations, multifunctional teams should be created. Multifunctional teams are made up of representatives from all appropriate functional disciplines working together to provide the best service to the client. Teams may include selected suppliers or consultants.
