Effective Purchasing,
Tendering & Supplier Selection

By the end of the Effective Purchasing, Tendering & Supplier Selection training course, participants will be able to:

• Develop actionable procurement strategies to minimise risk and improve outcomes
• Apply supplier evaluation techniques to strengthen performance and accountability
• Gain a clearer understanding of supply chain dynamics and how to optimise them
• Execute objective, criteria-based supplier selection and contract award processes
• Build negotiation skills that lead to sustainable procurement value

This training course will combine interactive presentations, case studies, participant activities and exercises to maximise the impact of the learning experience.  Delegates will have ample time to consider the ideas and apply the skills discussed.

This Effective Purchasing, Tendering & Supplier Selection training course will cover both practical and theoretical aspects of purchasing.

By implementing the principles covered in this Effective Purchasing, Tendering & Supplier Selection training course, organisations will benefit through:

• Enhanced supplier performance aligned with business goals
• Cost-effective procurement practices that deliver increased value
• Strengthened internal procurement capabilities and professionalism
• Improved negotiation outcomes that preserve budget and enhance quality
• Systematic identification of procurement gaps and performance issues

Participants in the Effective Purchasing, Tendering & Supplier Selection training course will develop:

• A thorough understanding of core procurement tools and techniques
• Greater confidence in managing supplier interactions and negotiations
• Stronger skills in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
• Improved ability to design and execute structured tendering processes
• Analytical capabilities to evaluate supplier performance and drive improvements

This KC Academy Effective Purchasing, Tendering & Supplier Selection training course is suitable for:

• Purchasing Professionals
• Those involved in defining the specification and evaluating supplier performance
• Those involved in preparing and analysing bids
• Those with an involvement in supplier relationships
• Those whose role involves negotiation with outside agencies