Training on Vendor Contract Management
Master vendor contract management. Our training empowers you to optimize supplier relationships, negotiate favorable terms, and ensure vendor performance.
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
Training on Vendor Contract Management provides a comprehensive understanding of managing vendor relationships and contracts to maximize value, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with organizational policies. This course covers the full lifecycle of vendor contract management, from initial selection and negotiation to performance monitoring and dispute resolution.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals
- Contract & Vendor Managers
- Project and Operations Officers
- Finance, Compliance, and Administration Teams
- Anyone involved in vendor selection, negotiation, or contract oversight
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles and best practices of vendor contract management.
- Develop effective vendor selection and evaluation criteria.
- Negotiate favorable contract terms and conditions.
- Implement performance monitoring and compliance mechanisms.
- Manage contract modifications, renewals, and terminations.
- Resolve disputes and manage vendor relationships effectively.
- Utilize technology tools for efficient contract management.
What we cover, module by module
Module1: Foundations of Vendor Contract Management
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Importance of vendor contract governance
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Contract lifecycle and roles/responsibilities
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Essential components of vendor contracts
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Case Study: Contract oversight gaps leading to cost overruns
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Practical: Lifecycle mapping exercise
Module 2: Drafting & Reviewing Vendor Contracts
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Scope of work, deliverables, and service levels
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Payment terms, performance standards, penalties, and incentives
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Red-flag clauses and common vendor risks
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Case Study: Ambiguous SOW causing performance disputes
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Practical: Contract review and clause critique
Module 3: Vendor Performance & Service Level Management
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Developing KPIs, SLAs, and monitoring frameworks
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Performance reporting, audits, and performance evaluations
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Managing non-performance and corrective actions
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Case Study: SLA breach in outsourced services
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Practical: Designing a vendor performance scorecard
Module 4: Contract Risk, Compliance & Change Management
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Identifying legal, operational, and financial risks
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Compliance requirements and documentation
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Handling variations, amendments, renewals, and extensions
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Case Study: Contract non-compliance and legal exposure
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Practical: Risk assessment exercise
Module 5: Vendor Relationship Management & Contract Close-Out
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Building collaborative vendor partnerships
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Communication protocols and conflict resolution
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Contract completion, exit management, and lessons learned
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Case Study: Vendor relationship failure impacting operations
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Practical: Develop a vendor contract close-out plan
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Mitigate financial and operational risks through professional vendor management.
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Achieve cost savings and profitability via performance enforcement and optimization.
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Standardize vendor management processes for consistency and quality.
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Build a stronger supply chain and gain a competitive edge.
Personal Impact
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Gain in-demand skills for managing vendor agreements and relationships.
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Advance into senior roles in procurement, operations, or supply chain.
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Drive profitability by ensuring vendors deliver maximum value.
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Build confidence to lead negotiations with professionalism.
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
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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
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