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Overview
Strategic sourcing is a critical function that enables organisations to optimise costs mitigate risks and enhance supply chain efficiency. This course is designed to equip professionals with the strategies frameworks and leadership skills needed to drive strategic sourcing at the organisational level. Participants will gain insights into supplier evaluation negotiation category management and procurement optimisation. Through practical exercises real-world applications and interactive discussions this course enables professionals to lead sourcing strategies influence key business decisions and motivate teams to improve sourcing effectiveness.
Objectives
By the end of this course participants will be able to:
Lead strategic sourcing strategies at the organisational level.
Influence major sourcing decisions that impact company success.
Motivate teams to improve sourcing strategies and procurement processes.
Develop category management frameworks to enhance sourcing efficiency.
Apply cost analysis and risk management techniques in sourcing.
Improve supplier collaboration and contract negotiations.
Leverage data-driven decision-making for sourcing optimisation.
Ensure sustainability and compliance in sourcing practices.
Who Should Attend
Procurement and sourcing professionals.
Supply chain and logistics managers.
Finance and operations leaders involved in procurement strategy.
Category managers and vendor management specialists.
Business executives responsible for supplier contracts.
Individuals seeking to develop expertise in strategic sourcing.
Course Outlines
Day 1: Introduction to Strategic Sourcing
The role of strategic sourcing in business success.
Key sourcing models and frameworks.
Aligning sourcing strategies with business objectives.
Case Study: How strategic sourcing transformed a multinational corporation.
Practical Exercise: Developing a sourcing strategy roadmap.
Day 2: Category Management and Cost Analysis
Principles of category management and spend analysis.
Cost optimisation techniques in procurement.
Supplier market analysis and benchmarking.
Day 3: Supplier Negotiation and Contract Management
Advanced negotiation strategies for procurement.
Structuring supplier contracts for long-term success.
Legal and compliance considerations in sourcing.
Practical Exercise: Simulating high-stakes supplier negotiations.
Day 4: Risk Management in Strategic Sourcing
Identifying and mitigating sourcing risks.
Managing disruptions in supply chains.
Developing contingency plans and supplier diversification strategies.
Practical Exercise: Creating a risk management plan for a sourcing project.
Day 5: Leadership and Innovation in Sourcing
Driving innovation through supplier collaboration.
AI in strategic sourcing.
Leading and motivating teams in procurement.
Final Project: Developing a strategic sourcing improvement plan.
About London Training For Excellence
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