In-company training

Gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate the full procurement lifecycle and run effective procurement exercises on this introductory course.

This one-day Procurement Essentials training course is designed for those new to procurement or anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the function. It provides a holistic overview of the procurement lifecycle as well as practical insight into each of its stages.

Whether you want to demystify procurement jargon (RFP, RFI, etc.) or gain the confidence to run your own effective procurement exercises, the course is led by experienced procurement professionals who will answer your questions and share the essential knowledge you need.

Delegates will leave equipped to engage confidently and effectively with procurement colleagues.

  • Introduction to Procurement
  • The Procurement Cycle
    • Sourcing and Category Strategy
    • Procuring/Tendering
    • Contracting
    • Supplier Management
  • Procurement Roles and Responsibilities
  • Operational Procurement (Systems, Processes, Policies and Governance)
  • Sector and Operating Model Variances
  • Procurement Tools
    • Supplier/Buyer Segmentation
    • Scorecards
    • RAID logs
  • Core Skills
    • Impact and Influence
    • Timekeeping
    • Project Management
    • Understanding Contract Law
    • Negotiation
  • Additional Procurement Skills
    • Data Analysis
    • Market Research
    • Active Listening
  • Developing Supplier Relationships and Conducting Review Meetings
  • Developing Stakeholder Engagement
  • Best Practice
  • Sources of Insight

This one-day procurement training course is recommended for:

  • non-procurement staff who need an understanding of the procurement function
  • project managers and team members involved in a procurement activity
  • new procurement professionals or those thinking about a career in the profession
  • small business owners
  • anyone interested in gaining basic knowledge of procurement

Following the course, delegates will have a high-level understanding of end-to-end procurement, including processes, roles, activities, tools, relationships, and will be able to:

    • understand the key terminologies used within procurement
    • apply key procurement tools to make a difference within their role
    • understand the importance of supplier management, for example, to ensure maximum value is received
    • confidently engage with suppliers and stakeholders

All course attendees will receive a certificate of completion which demonstrates their new understanding of procurement.

Procurement Essentials Course Certificate