Managing the Procurement Process

INTRODUCTION

This training course is intended for medium to large local or international enterprises that want to be aligned with the most current and fit-for-purpose best practices in procurement management. This training course will provide less experienced participants with practical skills ranging from planning to supplier selection to contract awarding through a series of real-world case studies and interactive activities with real-time feedback.

COURSE METHODOLOGY

This course is designed in the form of workshop which will includes a variety of learning tools to help participants function effectively and efficiently in a multifunctional environment through various methodologies including;

• Short lectures
• Brainstorming
• Case studies
• Group activities
• Role playing

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The attendees of this Certificate Program will be able to:

• Make procurement a valuable and trusted function.
• Understand why initiatives fail and why they fail.
• Analyze the difference between the end-Needs user’s and Wants.
• Use effective interpersonal communication skills to increase communication with stakeholders.
• Determine the numerous risks associated with the purchase process.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS COURSE?

• Contract Administration Professionals
• Project Management Professionals
• Engineers
• Operation professionals
• Finance professionals
• Maintenance Professionals

TARGETED SKILLS

• Reduction in total cost of ownership
• Improved supplier performance
• Management skills
• Leadership skills
• Strategic planning
• Purchasing methods
• Supplier communication
• Writing purchase orders
• Logistics methods
• Sourcing of materials