Training on Introduction to Supplier Management
Learn essential supplier management skills to optimize performance, reduce risk, and build strong supplier relationships.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Foundation
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Effective supplier management is critical to ensuring reliable supply chains, minimizing risk, and maximizing value from supplier relationships. This course provides procurement and supply chain professionals with practical knowledge and strategies to manage suppliers efficiently. The course focuses on evaluating, onboarding, and monitoring suppliers to enhance performance, reduce risk, and support organizational objectives.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Procurement Officers and Managers
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Supply Chain Professionals
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Sourcing and Vendor Management Specialists
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Contract Managers
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Finance and Operations Professionals involved in supplier relationships
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the fundamentals of supplier management and its role in procurement.
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Develop and implement supplier evaluation and selection criteria.
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Build effective supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.
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Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and scorecards.
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Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks.
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Apply best practices in supplier development and contract management.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Supplier Management
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Overview of supplier management programs
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Importance of supplier quality in supply chain management
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Key elements of a supplier management program
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Case Study: Analyzing a company’s supplier management challenges and proposing solutions
Module 2: Assessing and Enhancing Supplier Performance
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Evaluating the current supplier base
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Supplier performance metrics and rating systems
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Supplier surveys and audits for performance assessment
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Case Study: Implementing a supplier rating system to improve quality outcomes
Module 3: Supplier Selection and Onboarding
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Criteria for selecting new suppliers
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Supplier qualification and certification process
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Supplier contracts, agreements, and purchase orders
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Case Study: Selecting and onboarding a new supplier for a manufacturing company
Module 4: Improving Supplier Relationships and Compliance
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Strategies for supplier development and improvement
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Effective communication with suppliers
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Corrective action plans for underperforming suppliers
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Case Study: Resolving supplier quality issues through structured corrective actions
Module 5: Supplier Certification and Advanced Strategies
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Supplier certification programs and industry standards
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Ship-to-stock and other advanced supplier management techniques
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Continuous improvement in supplier management
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Case Study: Designing a supplier certification program for a global supply chain
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact:
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Improved supplier reliability and performance
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Reduced procurement risks and operational disruptions
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Enhanced value from supplier relationships
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Streamlined supplier management processes
Personal Impact:
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Strengthened supplier evaluation and management skills
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Ability to monitor and improve supplier performance
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Enhanced decision-making and negotiation capabilities
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Increased professional value in procurement and supply chain roles
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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