{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"DefinedTerm","name":"Indirect Procurement Strategies for Logistics","description":"When a logistics operation procures packing materials, cleaning supplies, warehouse management systems, or IT services, it is engaging in indirect procurement. Unlike direct sourcing (raw materials and components embedded in finished goods), indirect procurement covers goods and services that enable logistics operations themselves. Common strategies include framework agreements, category management, demand forecasting, and regular supplier performance reviews—all aimed at reducing costs, mitigat","inDefinedTermSet":{"@type":"DefinedTermSet","name":"Frachtportal Logistics Glossary","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary"},"url":"https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/indirect-procurement-strategies-for-logistics","inLanguage":"en","dateModified":"2026-09-06T09:48:14.436774","citation":"https://www.cips.org/knowledge/procurement-topics-and-skills/indirect-procurement/","markdownMirror":"https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/indirect-procurement-strategies-for-logistics","provider":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Frachtportal","url":"https://www.freight-academy.com"},"quickSummary":"Indirect Procurement Strategies for Logistics · When a logistics operation procures packing materials, cleaning supplies, warehouse management systems, or IT services, it is engaging in indirect procurement. · Quelle: https://www.cips.org/knowledge/procurement-topics-and-skills/indirect-procurement/"}