Detailed analysis of the concept and fundamentals of purchasing and purchasing management, the role of purchasing within logistics and the supply chain, and its importance for the organization.
Course Content
Purchasing activities
Logistics and supply chain management
The concept of purchasing within logistics and supply chain management
Significance of purchasing, its objectives and purchasing activities
Integrated purchasing systems
The purchasing process
Types of purchasing
Steps in the purchasing process
"Buy vs Build" decisions
Risks and factors of the purchasing process
Fundamental purchasing techniques
Purchasing policies and procedures
Combining purchasing and the supply chain
The role of purchasing within the organization
Coordinating purchasing activities
Cross-departmental teams and teamwork
Evaluation and selection of suppliers
Defining supply resources and classifying suppliers
Evaluation of suppliers and the essentials for use in selection
Tools used in supplier selection
Supplier auditing
Improving purchasing performance
Relationships with suppliers (competitive, cooperative and collaborative)
Monitoring suppliers and performance control
Supplier improvement programs
Performing purchasing activities in electronic format
Case studies and implementations
Course Schedule: 2 Days
Upon completion of the seminar, participants will receive certificates of attendance
