Purpose The authors empirically examine purchasing strategy typologies based on strategic intent (i.e. competitive … strategies based on perceived uncertainty and strategic purchasing. Design/methodology/approach The authors utilize case study … the level of perceived environmental uncertainty, the characteristics of strategic purchasing, the use of relevant …

The focus of this paper is on purchasing and supplier involvement in the firm. Using the resource‐base view of the firm …, hypotheses are developed concerning purchasing/supplier involvement, strategic purchasing and firm’s financial performance. A … demonstrated. The research findings reveal that the hypotheses tested in the model are supported. Purchasing/supplier involvement …