We specialise in small business support.
Papillon was set up to help small and growing businesses benefit from the techniques and knowledge learned from many years working in medium to large companies, both in the private and public sectors.
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Small businesses and start-ups don't have well-resourced purchasing teams but that doesn't mean you can't access the same value.
What can we help with?
SOURCING STRATEGY
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Match the products and services that your business needs with the right sourcing methods. The right approach can make all the difference to potential savings as well as grow collaborative partnerships with your key suppliers.
SELECTING THE RIGHT SUPPLIER AND RIGHT SIZING YOUR SUPPLY BASE
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We can run competitive tenders for you and negotiate with suppliers on behalf of your business and advise on how to evaluate and select the right partners and suppliers.
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How many suppliers do you really need to work with?
Too many can become challenging to manage and leverage the best deals. Too few and you might lose competitive benefits.
TRAINING OF BUYERS AND PROCUREMENT TEAMS
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Papillon can offer training to your team on all of the above, as well as Negotiation Skills, Supplier Relationship Management, Category Management, Dealing with Conflict and Presentation Skills. Our network of trainers is very experienced and has helped train the teams of multiple private and public sector organisations.
IDENTIFY AND SECURE SAVINGS OPPORTUNITIES
By reviewing your data we can help you identify potential opportunities for savings and efficiencies.
We can work to secure these for you, or advise your team so that you have the knowledge to undertake this activity regularly.
CONTRACTING
Papillon can support with contract templates and advise on contractual protection for different categories of spend.
e.g. Do your standard terms and conditions protect your business well enough? Do your contracts drive the right behaviours from your suppliers?
NEGOTIATION CASE STUDIES AND CONTRACT REVIEW
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We can supply case studies on demand for recruitment and/or training. Or, for specific needs, case studies can be written to meet your business objectives.
We are passionate about procurement.
Managing your expenditure and key suppliers are a vital aspect of any business, especially as you are growing and spending more.
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We can share advice, tips and tools to make savings, protect your business and get the most out of your supplier relationships.
How much do we charge?
Papillon offer all of the above for a competitive rate, based on the needs of your business.
We don't charge a percentage of savings and we don't try and sell you other services!