Procurement Tools and Techniques
- Understand procurement from a Cradle to Grave perspective.
- Learn about key stages in the procurement process.
- Analyze supply markets and competitive forces.
- Align procurement practice to corporate objectives.
- Develop buyer/supplier relationships from spot buy to strategic alliances.
Overview
This 2-day course focuses on procurement processes, supply chain management, and strategic alignment with corporate objectives. Participants will learn about key stages in procurement, contemporary initiatives in supply chain management, and the buyer/supplier relationship continuum. The course aims to provide an understanding of the procurement process from identifying needs to monitoring performance. It is designed for public and private sector procurement professionals and non-procurement personnel managing contracts with external suppliers.
Who should attend
Procurement Personnel
Course Content
Course duration: 2 Days
Course running order
Day 1
Procurement from a Cradle to Grave perspective- Procurement versus Supply Chain Management
Sources of added value; cost, time, quality, innovation and risk management
The Process Assessment- key stages in the procurement process
Contemporary initiatives in Supply Chain Management; Best Value, Value for Money, Partnering, PFI and E-Procurement
Day 2
Analysing Supply Markets, competitive forces and generic stratgeis
Aligning procurement practice to corporate objectives and strategy
Kraljic’s product/ service portfolio Procurement Targeting Model
The buyer/ supplier relationship continuum- spot buy to strategic alliances/ partnering
Course objectives
This programme aims to provide delegates with an appreciation of the procurement process from Identifying Needs through to the Monitoring of Performance.
Who should attend?
Public and private sector procurement and non-procurement personnel involved in the placement and management of contracts with external third party suppliers.
Duration / Fees
A 2-day single manned course
