Purpose

In response to multiple disruptions, the purchasing supply management (PSM) function in construction supply chain management (CSCM) has gained prominence due to stakeholder pressures, dynamic market conditions and the need to adhere to complex sustainability, safety and health regulations and standards. However, there is a noticeable absence of empirical research on measuring and mitigating PSM vulnerabilities, especially considering the distinct challenges faced by large engineer-to-order project-oriented manufacturers. To address these issues, the purpose of this study is to develop and test a novel method to assist companies in construction supply chains in assessing and managing risks associated with sustainable procuring and sourcing materials.

Design/methodology/approach

Grounded in the literature gaps on construction PSM and a real case supply chain, the research uses the design science research (DSR) approach to develop an integrated method for assessing PSM strategies in this sector. The method integrates three essential purchasing dimensions: supply risks, profit impact and sustainability risks of materials, supported by nine subdimensions. Empirical validation took place within a multinational European construction company based in Denmark.

Findings

Findings from the supplier–buyer relationships confirmed that the developed method allows for the identification of the key components that significantly impact supplier–buyer relationships, profitability and sustainability. The research further suggests that construction supply chain managers and purchasing practitioners can use the proposed method to evaluate PSM, thus enabling them to make more informed decisions.

Practical implications

Through the utilization of the proposed artifact, construction companies can take a more proactive approach to address PSM uncertainties, thereby enhancing their competitiveness in dynamic construction supply chains.

Originality/value

The research contributes to bridging the theory and practice, providing valuable assistance for construction companies assessing and managing the PSM and supply risks within global construction value chains. This paper provides original insights for the CSCM, aiding in adopting competitive PSM strategies to improve overall supply chain performance.

中文翻译：

---

建筑供应链中的可持续采购供应管理评估：一种设计科学研究方法

 目的

为了应对多重干扰，由于利益相关者的压力、动态的市场条件以及遵守复杂的可持续性、安全和健康法规和标准的需要，建筑供应链管理 (CSCM) 中的采购供应管理 (PSM) 功能变得越来越重要。然而，明显缺乏衡量和缓解 PSM 漏洞的实证研究，特别是考虑到大型按订单工程项目导向的制造商面临的独特挑战。为了解决这些问题，本研究的目的是开发和测试一种新方法，以帮助建筑供应链中的公司评估和管理与可持续采购和采购材料相关的风险。

设计/方法论/途径

基于建筑 PSM 和真实案例供应链方面的文献空白，该研究使用设计科学研究 (DSR) 方法开发了一种评估该领域 PSM 策略的综合方法。该方法整合了三个基本采购维度：供应风险、利润影响和材料的可持续性风险，并由九个子维度支持。实证验证是在一家总部位于丹麦的欧洲跨国建筑公司内进行的。

 发现

供应商-买家关系的调查结果证实，所开发的方法可以识别对供应商-买家关系、盈利能力和可持续性产生重大影响的关键组成部分。研究进一步表明，建筑供应链管理者和采购从业人员可以使用所提出的方法来评估 PSM，从而使他们能够做出更明智的决策。

 实际影响

通过利用所提出的工件，建筑公司可以采取更主动的方法来解决 PSM 不确定性，从而增强其在动态建筑供应链中的竞争力。

 原创性/价值

该研究有助于连接理论和实践，为建筑公司评估和管理全球建筑价值链中的 PSM 和供应风险提供宝贵的帮助。本文为 CSCM 提供了独到的见解，有助于采用有竞争力的 PSM 策略来提高整体供应链绩效。