Training on Strategic Outsourcing & Third-Party Procurement
Learn strategic outsourcing and third-party procurement to optimize costs, manage risks, and strengthen supplier partnerships.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Outsourcing and third-party procurement have become strategic levers for organizations seeking efficiency, cost savings, and innovation. This training provides participants with the knowledge and tools to design, implement, and manage outsourcing strategies that balance risks, strengthen supplier partnerships, and maximize organizational value. Through case studies and practical exercises, participants will learn how to assess outsourcing opportunities, negotiate and manage contracts, and ensure compliance and performance in third-party engagements.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Procurement and purchasing managers
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Supply chain and contract management professionals
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Vendor and outsourcing relationship managers
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Finance and operations managers
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Project managers involved in third-party procurement
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand the strategic role of outsourcing and third-party procurement.
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Evaluate outsourcing opportunities and build business cases.
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Apply best practices in vendor selection and contract negotiation.
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Manage supplier performance and mitigate outsourcing risks.
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Align outsourcing strategies with long-term organizational goals.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Strategic Outsourcing and Third-Party Procurement
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Drivers of outsourcing in modern organizations
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Core principles of third-party procurement
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Case study: Outsourcing vs. in-house decision
Module 2: Evaluating Outsourcing Opportunities
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Cost-benefit analysis and business case development
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Identifying suitable functions and services for outsourcing
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Practical: Building an outsourcing feasibility assessment
Module 3: Vendor Selection and Contract Negotiation
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Defining vendor criteria and RFP processes
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Negotiation strategies for favorable terms
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Case study: Vendor evaluation and contract award
Module 4: Managing Outsourcing Relationships and Performance
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Supplier performance metrics and KPIs
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Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and governance models
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Practical: Drafting a performance monitoring framework
Module 5: Risk Management and Strategic Alignment
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Identifying and mitigating outsourcing risks (legal, financial, operational)
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Ensuring compliance and ethical sourcing practices
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Aligning outsourcing strategies with organizational vision
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Practical: Developing a third-party procurement strategy plan
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Improved efficiency and cost savings through optimized outsourcing decisions
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Stronger supplier and vendor relationships with aligned performance goals
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Reduced risks and enhanced compliance in third-party engagements
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Better alignment of outsourcing strategies with organizational objectives
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Increased capacity for innovation and scalability
Individual Impact
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Ability to evaluate outsourcing opportunities strategically
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Enhanced skills in vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management
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Confidence in managing third-party risks and compliance issues
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Improved decision-making for balancing cost, quality, and performance
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Career growth in procurement, outsourcing, 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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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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