What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chains
- Planning
- Procurement Processes
- Procedure of Procurement
- Focuses of work
Requirements
- For a better learning experience, we suggest you to use a laptop / mobile phone / pen and paper for taking notes, highlighting important points, and making summaries to reinforce your learning.
Who This Course is For
- No special requirements. A course for anyone who wants to build career in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chains
- Procurement: The overarching process of acquiring goods and services that a company needs for its operations. It goes beyond simply buying things; procurement covers: Identifying needs Finding suppliers Negotiating contracts Ordering Receiving goods/services Payment processing Managing supplier relationships
- Sourcing: A strategic part of procurement. It focuses on: Researching the market to find potential suppliers Evaluating suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, sustainability, and risk factors Selecting the best suppliers for the business's specific needs
- Why is Learning Procurement and Sourcing Important for Companies and Managers? Cost Savings: Effective procurement and sourcing finds the best value for money. This directly impacts the company's bottom line. Efficiency: Streamlined processes in procurement avoid delays and bottlenecks in a company's operations. Risk Mitigation: Thorough sourcing helps identify potential risks (like supply disruptions) and proactively manage them. Competitive Advantage: Strong supplier relationships and access to quality materials or services can give companies an edge in the market. Innovation: Sourcing can help uncover new technologies, materials, or processes that boost a company's offerings.
- How Procurement and Sourcing Skills Build Global Careers High Demand: Companies worldwide of all sizes need individuals who understand how to source and procure effectively. Transferable Skills: The fundamentals of procurement and sourcing apply across industries and countries. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Procurement interacts with many departments (finance, operations, legal), giving a broad view of how businesses function globally. Growth Potential: As globalization increases, the need for professionals who understand the complexities of international procurement and supply chains will rise.
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