O problema de seleção de fornecedores: estudo de caso para compras spot

Abstract

The Supplier Selection Problem is considered a strategic activity for companies that are embedded in dynamic and competitive environments. This is an important decision to obtain lower costs and better service levels in the companies. Several attributes can be considered in supplier selection according to the needs of each situation, such as quality, service level, environmental factors, costs . The present study aims to select among the most widely used models for selection of suppliers which best fits the needs of a company in the context of repetitive purchases. The main contribution of this study is the adaptation of the AHP (Analytic Hierarchical Process) in the formulation and solution of choice of suppliers in a real purchasing process. As a result of the research, from the comparison between the initial perception of the key informants of the research and the results of the application of AHP, the model was adequate to the needs of the organization, with the potential to add value to their purchasing processes.