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Johnson, P. F., M. R. Leenders and C. McCue (2003). 'A comparison of purchasing's organizational roles and responsibilities in the public and private sector'. Journal of Public Procurement 3(1): 57.
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This research focuses on a comparison of public and private sector supply organizations in terms of

• organizational structure,
• supply chain responsibilities,
• the chief purchasing officer (CPO) and reporting line,
• teaming and involvement in major organizational activities.

A unique opportunity to identify similarities and differences was presented in 2000 when the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Research (NIGP) and Florida Atlantic University replicated in the public sector a study that the Center for Advanced Purchasing Studies (CAPS) conducted in the private sector in 1995. Significant differences and similarities are identified and are discussed in this paper.