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This comprehensive course in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing & Procurement provides learners with the strategic knowledge and operational understanding needed to navigate today’s dynamic supply environments. It explores the core components of supply chain systems, procurement cycles, and purchasing strategies, offering insight into effective logistics planning, supplier relations, and risk mitigation. Learners will gain the tools to streamline processes, optimise procurement decisions, and align purchasing objectives with broader business goals. Designed to support both career development and organisational efficiency, the course equips participants with a strong foundation in modern supply chain functions—contributing to smarter decision-making and improved supply performance.
This course delves into the critical areas of supply chain operations, from foundational concepts to advanced procurement practices. Participants will study logistic management frameworks, category and inventory management, transport coordination, and supplier relationship strategies. Special focus is given to procurement tools, bid management, and cost reduction techniques that can enhance purchasing functions. Through each module, learners are introduced to effective methods for improving supply accuracy, managing quality, and applying risk assessment across sourcing channels. The course supports learners in understanding the interconnected nature of global supply networks, helping them contribute more effectively to procurement, planning, and supplier engagement in diverse business settings.
Module 01: Supply Chain Basics
Module 02: Supply Chain Drivers
Module 03: Introduction to Logistic Management
Module 04: Planning Framework for Logistics
Module 05: Transport Management
Module 06: Role of Procurement in an Organisation
Module 07: The Purchasing Cycle
Module 08: Purchasing Toolkits
Module 09: Managing Competitive Bids
Module 10: Quality Management
Module 11: Supplier Relationship Management
Module 12: Analysing and Reducing Risk in the Supply Chain
Module 13: Improving Efficiency and Accuracy
Module 14: Category Management
Module 15: Inventory Management
Module 16: E-Procurement
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Individuals seeking to build a career in procurement or logistics.
Professionals aiming to upskill in supply chain operations.
Beginners with an interest in purchasing and supply management.
Business owners or team leaders looking to optimise procurement processes.
Supply Chain Analyst
Procurement Officer
Purchasing Manager
Inventory Control Specialist
Logistics Coordinator
Category Manager
Supplier Relationship Manager
Operations Executive in manufacturing, retail, or distribution sectors
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