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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysMPC02

Training on Managing the Procurement Process

Gain expertise in managing the procurement process. Our training course covers critical topics like sourcing strategies, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

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Overview

About this programme

The Managing the Procurement Process course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the procurement cycle, from identifying needs to contract management and supplier evaluation. This course combines theoretical insights with practical applications to enhance the procurement skills of professionals in various industries. Participants will learn how to develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance with regulations, and implement best practices to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.

Course Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Procurement Managers
  • Supply Chain Professionals
  • Purchasing Officers
  • Contract Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Finance Managers
  • Business Owners
  • Professionals involved in procurement and supply chain activities
Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of this course, participants will be able to

  • Position procurement as a valued and trusted function
  • Understand why projects fail and the reasons for failure
  • Analyse the difference between the Needs and Wants of the end-user
  • Apply powerful interpersonal techniques to improve communication with stakeholders
  • Determine the various risk in the procurement process
  • Implement a dynamic and ethical evaluation criteria
  • Understand the importance of Ethics in the Tender Process
  • Improve the negotiation skills and strategy to create a win-win result
Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Procurement & Organization Strategy

  • Procurement & Organization Supply Chain
  • Procurement Components
  • Procurement & Organization Strategies
  • Procurement & Financial Management
  • Procurement Risks
  • Sustainable Procurement Approaches

Module 2: E2E Procurement Framework

  • Procurement Process
  • Digital Procurement
  • Outsourcing
  • Supplier Selection
  • Supplier Pre-Qualification
  • International Purchasing & Incoterms

Module 3: Supplier Relationship Management

  • Total Cost of Ownership
  • Supplier Segmentation
  • Suppliers Relations Types
  • Suppliers Evaluation Methods
  • Rewarding & Corrective Actions Systems
  • Suppliers Base Optimization

Module 4: Tender & Contract Management

  • Tenders Types
  • Tenders Process
  • Tenders Challenges & Solutions
  • Contract Terms & Conditions
  • Contract Remuneration Types
  • Contract Performance Management

Module 5: Negotiation Skills

  • Negotiation Methodology
  • Negotiator Personal Analysis
  • Negotiation Tactics
  • Successful Negotiator Skills
  • Listening & Communication Skills
  • Negotiation Dos & Don’ts
Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

  • Improves operational efficiency and profitability.

  • Leads to significant cost savings.

  • Enhances the organization's reputation and credibility with suppliers.

Personal Impact

  • Provides a valuable and in-demand skill set for a career in supply chain management.

  • Is crucial for career progression into senior leadership and strategic roles.

  • Builds the confidence to lead and champion successful procurement initiatives.

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.

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FAQs

Common questions.

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To teach you the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to payment, enabling you to acquire goods and services efficiently and strategically for your organization.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Managing the Procurement Process in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.