Introduction to Managing the Procurement Process
- Course focuses on managing procurement process effectively for organisational benefit.
- Participants learn about procurement role, supply chain management, and key stages.
- Programme aims to enhance understanding of procurement process management.
- Designed for teams initiating new developments in procurement practices.
- Course covers concepts of supply chain management and sustainable procurement practices.
Overview
This 2-day course focuses on managing the procurement process, covering topics such as the role and impact of procurement in organizations, supply chain management, the procurement cycle, and sustainable procurement practices. The course aims to provide delegates with an understanding of key aspects of procurement management, from identifying needs to monitoring supplier performance. It is designed for teams initiating new developments in procurement practices within their organization.
Who should attend
Procurement Teams
Course Content
Course duration: 2 Days
Course running order
Day 1
The role and impact of procurement in organisations
The changing role and impact of procurement
Structures, span of control and delegation of procurement
Concepts of Supply Chain Management
Understanding the nature and form of your supply chains
Contemporary Initiatives in Supply Chain Management
The Procurement Cycle
The Five Rights
Organisational added value from procurement
From identification to satisfaction of need
Day 2
The Process Assessment and Infrastructure
Key stages of the procurement process
Defining needs and developing sourcing strategies
Supplier appraisal and the selection process
Building in sustainable and ethical procurement practices
Requests for interest, Requests for quotes, managing tenders
Contract transition and award
Course objectives
This programme aims to provide delegates with an appreciation of key aspects of managing the procurement process from identifying needs through to the monitoring of performance of their suppliers
Who should attend?
Teams that are embarking on new developments in procurement practice in their organisation
Duration / Fees
A 2-day single manned course
