An intensive professional development training course on
Advanced Procurement Skills
Enhancing Procurement for Peak Performance in the 21st Century
Why Choose Advanced Procurement Skills Training Course?
This Advanced Procurement Skills training course is aimed at improving the skills of the Procurement Professional and Buyers in organizations. This Advanced Procurement Skills training course examines the strategic importance of procurement within departments by using concepts and ideas in order to maximize the procurement department’s effectiveness and thereby reducing costs throughout the supply chain.
It is therefore imperative for Procurement to constantly deliver value to the organisation by delivering products and services that contributes to the well-being of the organisation. This is an important training course for Purchasing professionals who will return to their organisation with actual realistic plans on how to make considerable cost savings.
This Advanced Procurement Skills training course will feature:
- Review critical supply strategies
- Enhance skills required for good supplier relationships
- Appraise business continuity and contingency planning for procurement
- Study different approaches in negotiations
- Learn how to rate a supplier
What are the Goals?
By the end of This Advanced Procurement Skills training course, participants will be able to:
- Develop critical supply strategies
- Apply the concepts of total cost of ownership
- Develop skills required for effective supplier relationships
- Learn how to create rapport, build trust and establish credibility in a work group
- Practise successful negotiations
The Course Content
- Procurement and its contribution to the organisation
- The Supply Chain
- PESTEL analysis
- Purchasing Organisations
- The Procurement Cycle
- Sustainability in supply
- Supplier Relationship management
- Supplier Evaluation Criteria
- Appropriate Supplier Methodologies
- Total Cost Approach
- How to be a Good Customer
- Shrinking the Supplier Base
- Communication techniques of verbal, non-verbal and written
- Methods of communication lead to more productive work and minimize stress
- RISK Management
- Recognizing response to and perceptions of change
- Understanding ourselves
- Developing Active Listening Skills
- Moving to the win win outcome
- Understanding the other Negotiator’s Power
- Develop responses to contract issues
- Attract and Retain Supply Management Talent
- Supplier Measurement
- Contract Management
- Action Planning
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.
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