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Mastering Procurement Leadership; A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Management

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Mastering Procurement Leadership: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Management



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip procurement professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in strategic sourcing and supply chain management. Through interactive lessons, real-world examples, and hands-on projects, participants will gain a deep understanding of procurement leadership and develop the expertise needed to drive business success.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of procurement leadership and strategic sourcing
  • Develop effective procurement strategies and plans
  • Build and manage high-performing procurement teams
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers
  • Implement and manage supply chain management systems
  • Analyze and mitigate procurement risks
  • Improve procurement processes and performance


Course Outline

Module 1: Procurement Leadership Fundamentals

  • Defining procurement leadership
  • Understanding the procurement process
  • Procurement organization and governance
  • Procurement metrics and performance measurement

Module 2: Strategic Sourcing

  • Defining strategic sourcing
  • Understanding the strategic sourcing process
  • Category management and spend analysis
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Contract management and negotiation

Module 3: Supply Chain Management

  • Defining supply chain management
  • Understanding the supply chain management process
  • Supply chain strategy and planning
  • Supply chain risk management
  • Supply chain performance measurement and improvement

Module 4: Procurement Team Management

  • Building and managing high-performing procurement teams
  • Procurement talent management and development
  • Procurement communication and stakeholder management
  • Procurement change management and leadership

Module 5: Contract Management

  • Defining contract management
  • Understanding the contract management process
  • Contract negotiation and drafting
  • Contract administration and management
  • Contract close-out and termination

Module 6: Procurement Risk Management

  • Defining procurement risk management
  • Understanding the procurement risk management process
  • Risk identification and assessment
  • Risk mitigation and management
  • Risk monitoring and review

Module 7: Procurement Process Improvement

  • Defining procurement process improvement
  • Understanding the procurement process improvement process
  • Process mapping and analysis
  • Process redesign and implementation
  • Process monitoring and review

Module 8: Procurement Technology and Systems

  • Defining procurement technology and systems
  • Understanding the procurement technology and systems process
  • Procurement software and systems
  • Electronic procurement and e-sourcing
  • Procurement data analytics and business intelligence

Module 9: Sustainable and Responsible Procurement

  • Defining sustainable and responsible procurement
  • Understanding the sustainable and responsible procurement process
  • Sustainable procurement strategies and practices
  • Responsible procurement and human rights
  • Sustainable procurement metrics and reporting

Module 10: Procurement Leadership and Strategy

  • Defining procurement leadership and strategy
  • Understanding the procurement leadership and strategy process
  • Procurement strategy development and implementation
  • Procurement leadership and change management
  • Procurement strategy metrics and performance measurement


Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service.



Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging lessons
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date content
  • Personalized learning experience
  • Expert instructors with real-world experience
  • Practical and actionable insights
  • Hands-on projects and case studies
  • Bite-sized lessons and flexible learning
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Gamification and progress tracking
  • Community-driven learning environment
  • Mobile-accessible and user-friendly platform


Course Format

This course is delivered online and consists of 10 modules, each with multiple lessons and activities. The course is self-paced and can be completed at your own convenience.



Target Audience

This course is designed for procurement professionals, including:

  • Procurement managers and directors
  • Procurement specialists and coordinators
  • Supply chain managers and directors
  • Contract managers and administrators
  • Purchasing managers and agents
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