Tom Take - Why Procurement is the Ultimate Capital Allocation Tool!

Stop Chasing Savings, Start Chasing Cash: A Masterclass in Payment Terms Tom

Tom Finn and Alan Veeck explore why the procurement department should be viewed as the "internal bank" of an organization by strategically managing cash flow and payment terms. We break down the massive financial impact of Days Payable Outstanding (DPO), illustrating how shifting from Net 30 to Net 90 can unlock over $300 million in working capital for large-scale operations. The discussion weighs the benefits of holding cash against the high returns of early payment discounts, noting that a 2% discount for paying in 10 days can equate to a nearly 40% annualized return. Alan shares hard-won lessons on "cash batteries" and mobilization fees, while Tom warns about the hidden interest costs and tricky "End of Accumulation Period" (EOAP) terms that can trap unsuspecting buyers. All this on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement. #PaymentTerms #Procurement #WorkingCapital #CashFlow #FinanceStrategy #SupplyChain #DPO #RebuildProcurement #BusinessFinance #TomFinn #AlanVeeck #Treasury #FinancialIntelligence Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877   Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast   Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN+ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2403939/fan_mail/new] Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877 Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN

Tom Take - Why Procurement is the Ultimate Capital Allocation Tool!

With Alan traveling this week, Tom Finn takes the lead to explain why procurement professionals are actually the firm's most important asset managers. He breaks down why we must shift from chasing simple "savings" to protecting a company's hurdle rate and return on invested capital. The episode explores the high-stakes risks of "shadow debt" and IFRS 16, where a standard contract signature can accidentally trigger a bank covenant default. We also analyze Boeing's multi-billion dollar "integration tax" failure and contrast it with Apple’s successful strategy of outsourcing execution while keeping design complexity in-house. All this on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement. #Procurement #CapitalAllocation #IFRS16 #SupplyChain #FinanceStrategy #Boeing #Apple #AssetManagement #RebuildProcurement #TomFinn #ROIC #BusinessFinance Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877   Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast   Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN+ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2403939/fan_mail/new] Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877 Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN

Why GDP is a Lie: The $42 Trillion "Dark Matter" Economy

Most economists focus on Gross Domestic Product (GDP), but Tom and Alan argue that staring at GDP is like trying to drive a car by looking only at the odometer—it tells you how far you’ve gone, not where you’re going. In this episode, we dive into Gross Output (GO), the $42 trillion "dark matter" economy that represents the B2B supply chain and transacts at double the volume of the consumer market. We explain how the "Purchase Order" as the atomic unit of economic activity, transforming potential demand into kinetic energy that moves the physical world. You'll also learn about the "Bullwhip Effect" through the infamous Volvo green car story and why procurement must transition from being a "cost center" to a team of "capital allocators". Join us on the latest episode of Rebuild Procurement as we discuss this and much more! #GDP #GrossOutput #Procurement #SupplyChain #Macroeconomics #CapitalAllocation #Economy2026 #BullwhipEffect #B2B #BusinessStrategy #RebuildProcurement #TomFinn #AlanVeeck #PurchasingPower Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877   Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast   Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN+ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2403939/fan_mail/new] Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877 Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN

The 50/50 Rule: How to Set a "Misogi" Goal to Crush 2026

Start 2026 with a plan that actually sticks by moving beyond traditional New Year's resolutions and embracing high-impact themes. Tom and Alan dive into the psychological side of planning, using Jordan Peterson’s "Maps of Meaning" to explain why career anxiety is often just a biological signal that you've wandered off your intended path. They introduce the Misogi, a Japanese concept for setting one massive, deliberate annual challenge with a 50% chance of failure to find your true personal limits. From Alan’s 35-book philosophical reading list to Tom’s AI-powered Google Gemini calendar scheduling, the hosts share their bespoke methods for balancing professional growth with personal fitness and finance. Stop wandering and start building—learn how to turn your overarching life goals into daily micro-decisions that drive elite results. #GoalSetting2026 #Misogi #MapsOfMeaning #ProcurementStrategy #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #AIProductivity #GoogleGemini #LifePlanning #RebuildProcurement #SuccessMindset Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877   Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast   Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN+ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2403939/fan_mail/new] Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877 Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN

Gold, Nvidia, & The Election: Our 2025 Predictions 1 Year Later

Thirteen months ago, we laid out 10 bold predictions for the 2025 economy—now, we’re checking the receipts using our "MythBusters" rating system of Confirmed, Busted, or Plausible. We dive deep into the massive "Confirmed" hits, including Paul’s call on Gold outperforming the S&P 500 and Alan’s prediction of the $500 billion surge into U.S. chip manufacturers like Nvidia. However, not every call was a win; we analyze why American manufacturing struggled under new tariff packages and how the "Rest of Asia" (Vietnam and India) actually became the true procurement winners over China. The team also tackles the harsh reality of the onshore procurement job market, revealing why talent is facing major headwinds as roles continue to shift toward offshore hubs. Join Tom, Alan, and Paul for this transparent look at the macro-economic forces of 2025 and get a head start on our upcoming 2026 outlook. Procurement, 2025 Predictions, Market Outlook, Gold Prices, Nvidia, Macro Economics, Supply Chain Resilience, Logistics, Tariffs, Economic Trends, Market Analysis, Rebuild Procurement Podcast, Tom Finn, Alan Veeck, Paul Odell-Scott, Gold vs S&P 500 Performance, Nvidia Stock Analysis 2025, Impact of Tariffs on US Manufacturing, Procurement Trends 2025, Supply Chain Shift China to Vietnam, AI Impact on Global GDP, Onshore vs Offshore Procurement Jobs, SaaS Spend Trends 2025, MythBusters Rating, Vietnam Procurement, India Sourcing, Trump Tariffs Impact, 2025 Economic Review, Business Strategy, Global Sourcing, Inflation 2025, Federal Reserve, Interest Rates, Category Management, Sourcing Strategy, AI Chips, Semiconductor Industry, Trade Wars. #MarketPredictions #GoldInvesting #Nvidia #ProcurementStrategy #SupplyChainLogistics #EconomicOutlook2025 #Tariffs #USManufacturing #BigTech #FinancialAccountability #RebuildProcurement #TomFinn #AlanVeeck #PaulOdellScott Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877 Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN+ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2403939/fan_mail/new] Apple Podcasts podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rebuild-procurement-podcast/id1768130877 Amazon Music music.amazon.com/podcasts/4269f220-cf02-42d6-8ddf-4a8f10274d3f/rebuild-procurement-podcast Spotify open.spotify.com/show/0WfZWoXNpyYr7raEgdUXrN