Strategic Management of Procurement Logistics in Modern Supply Chains

Abstract

In increasingly globalised and digitally integrated supply chains, procurement logistics has evolved from an operational support function into a strategic management domain. This study analyses the structure, planning logic and strategic configurations of procurement logistics in modern supply chains. The paper first reviews relevant scientific literature, highlighting the growing importance of logistics optimisation and the multidisciplinary nature of supply chain research. It then develops a comprehensive framework of the procurement logistics process, covering demand forecasting, need definition, supplier selection, contract negotiation, procurement scheduling, transport planning, receiving, and warehousing. The analysis emphasises the interdependence of planning and execution activities and identifies key performance indicators and risk factors associated with each phase. Special attention is given to trade-offs between cost efficiency, service level, inventory policies and supply risk exposure. The study also discusses major procurement logistics strategies, including centralised and decentralised purchasing structures, Just-in-Time and Kanban systems, make-or-buy decisions, consignment stock solutions, and virtual logistics models enabled by digital technologies. The findings underline that effective procurement logistics requires alignment between organisational structure, supplier relationships, inventory management, transport coordination and digital integration. The balance between efficiency and resilience emerges as a critical managerial challenge. The paper concludes that strategically managed procurement logistics significantly contributes to operational continuity, cost optimisation, risk mitigation and long-term competitive advantage in modern supply chains.