Aimed at buyers with some experience who want to improve their cutting edge in obtaining more profitable deals, making cost reductions and protecting their organisation’s interests. In tough times more is needed from the buyer and this course will give them the tools to produce the results critical to the ongoing success of the business.
By attending this course you will develop skills and knowledge in selecting procurement strategies, supplier appraisal, performance measurement and risk management. They will gain a greater insight and understanding of the negotiation process and will be better able to construct and manage contracts. Detailed tuition in using Cost Analysis as a technique of price control and how to manage the added risks of international procurement is also provided.
Attendees will develop skills and knowledge in selecting procurement strategies, supplier appraisal, performance measurement and risk management. They will gain greater insight and understanding of the negotiation process and will be better able to construct and manage contracts.
By the end of this Improving Purchasing Performance Course participants will be able to:
- Develop skills and knowledge in selecting procurement strategies, supplier appraisal, performance measurement and risk management.
- Gain a greater insight and understanding of the negotiation process and will be better able to construct and manage contracts.
- Develop strong risk management policies
- Prioritize supplier relationships
- Invest in the right supply chain talent
- Assess key performance indicators
Improving Purchasing Performance Course ideal for:
- Managers and support staff working within a procurement function where supplier selection, supplier management and process control add value to operational performance.
- All procurement teams involved maintaining effective relationships with internal users and suppliers.