Training on Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Practitioner
Advance your procurement career with SRM training focused on supplier performance and collaboration.
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
This course equips participants with the skills to effectively manage supplier relationships, enhance collaboration, and maximize value from supplier engagements. It blends theory with practical approaches on performance monitoring, risk management, negotiation, and long-term partnership building.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
-
Procurement and supply chain professionals
-
Supplier relationship managers
-
Contract and category managers
-
Vendor management officers
-
Business leaders involved in supplier negotiations
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
-
Understand the principles and best practices of SRM.
-
Build and sustain effective supplier partnerships.
-
Apply tools for supplier performance evaluation and risk assessment.
-
Enhance communication, trust, and collaboration with suppliers.
-
Leverage SRM to drive innovation, sustainability, and long-term value.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Foundations of Supplier Relationship Management
-
Definition, scope, and importance of SRM
-
Strategic vs. transactional supplier relationships
-
Case Study: Transitioning from vendor management to SRM
Module 2: Supplier Segmentation & Performance Measurement
-
Categorizing suppliers by value and risk
-
KPIs and scorecards for supplier performance
-
Case Study: Using balanced scorecards in supplier performance
Module 3: Building Effective Supplier Partnerships
-
Trust, collaboration, and communication strategies
-
Developing joint business plans with suppliers
-
Case Study: Collaborative supplier development in automotive industry
Module 4: Risk Management in Supplier Relationships
-
Identifying and mitigating supplier-related risks
-
Resilience and continuity planning
-
Case Study: Managing supply risk during global disruptions
Module 5: Negotiation, Innovation & Value Creation
-
Advanced negotiation skills for SRM
-
Driving supplier-led innovation and cost savings
-
Case Study: Supplier collaboration for sustainable procurement
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
-
Stronger, more reliable supplier partnerships
-
Improved supplier performance and risk management
-
Cost reduction and innovation from suppliers
-
Better alignment of supplier strategies with business goals
Personal Impact
-
Skills in managing and developing supplier relationships
-
Improved negotiation and collaboration abilities
-
Knowledge of performance evaluation frameworks
-
Ability to reduce risks and drive mutual value
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 |
- NakuruNext
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kigali
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Accra
20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Kisumu
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Johannesburg
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake - Dakar
27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
Book this intake
Common questions.
Still not sure? Send us a note and a facilitator will get back to you within a business day.
You may also like.
Programmes in the same discipline that participants often pair with this course.
Hybrid5 daysGain practical AI insights for procurement and supply chain with a focus on agentic AI and governance.
Hybrid5 daysMaster advanced contract management techniques to optimize contract performance and mitigate risks. Learn to negotiate complex contracts, manage contract changes, and resolve disputes effectively
Hybrid5 daysTrain in global procurement and sourcing to drive efficiency, manage international suppliers, and improve organizational performance.
Course finder
Find the right course for you
Prefer to talk it through? Send us an enquiry and a facilitator will scope a fit within a business day.
For corporate teams
Training 10+ professionals?
We deliver Training on Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Practitioner 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.