Procurement & Supply Chain Management
| Location | Duration | Kenyan Cost | Non-Kenyan Cost | Upcoming Schedules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nairobi, Kenya | 5 Days | KES 100,000 | USD 1,300 |
| Location | Duration | Non-Kenyan Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | 5 Days | USD 550 |
| Register |
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Procurement & Supply Chain Management
About the Course
This course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to manage procurement processes
and supply chains effectively, ethically, and in compliance with organizational and regulatory
requirements. Participants will explore the full procurement cycle, supplier management,
contract administration, and supply chain optimization, with a focus on achieving value for
money and managing risk.
Target Participants
- ● Procurement officers and managers
- ● Supply chain and logistics professionals
- ● Finance and operations managers with procurement responsibilities
- ● Project managers overseeing procurement activities
- ● NGO and public sector procurement staff
- ● Contract and vendor management professionals
What You Will Learn
- ● Understand the principles and strategic role of procurement
- ● Apply the end-to-end procurement cycle
- ● Develop procurement plans and strategies
- ● Conduct supplier identification, evaluation, and selection
- ● Manage tendering and bidding processes
- ● Draft and administer procurement contracts
- ● Manage supplier relationships and performance
- ● Apply supply chain management principles
- ● Ensure procurement compliance and ethical practice
- ● Manage procurement risks and achieve value for money
Course Duration
- ● Face-to-face workshops: 5 days
- ● Virtual Training: 7 days
- ● LMS: Self-paced learning
Course Outline
Foundations of Procurement and Supply Chain
- ● What is procurement and supply chain management
- ● Strategic vs. operational procurement
- ● The procurement cycle: plan, source, contract, manage
- ● Procurement in the public, private, and development sectors
- ● Ethics, transparency, and anti-corruption in procurement
Procurement Planning and Strategy
- ● Developing a procurement plan
- ● Spend analysis and category management
- ● Make-or-buy decisions
- ● Procurement methods: competitive bidding, RFQ, RFP, and sole source
- ● Procurement thresholds and approval frameworks
Tendering and Supplier Selection
- ● Preparing tender documents and specifications
- ● Advertising and managing the bidding process
- ● Evaluating bids: technical and financial assessment
- ● Supplier due diligence and prequalification
- ● Award decisions and debriefing unsuccessful bidders
Contract Administration
- ● Types of contracts: fixed price, cost-reimbursable, and framework agreements
- ● Contract formation and key clauses
- ● Managing contract variations and amendments
- ● Payment management and invoice processing
- ● Contract closeout and lessons learned
Supplier Relationship and Performance Management
- ● Supplier segmentation and relationship strategies
- ● Setting and monitoring supplier KPIs
- ● Conducting supplier performance reviews
- ● Managing supplier risk and supply chain disruptions
- ● Building strategic supplier partnerships
Supply Chain Management and Optimisation
- ● Supply chain mapping and analysis
- ● Inventory management and demand forecasting
- ● Logistics and distribution management
- ● Sustainable and ethical supply chain practices
- ● Digital procurement and supply chain technology
Training Approach
This course will be delivered through a coaching-first approach that goes beyond traditional
instruction. Whether in our Nairobi classroom, live virtual cohorts, or through our White Label
LMS, participants engage in a safe and nonjudgmental learning environment designed for
meaningful transformation.
We focus on the individual behind the professional title, connecting with the heart before
training the mind. This approach encourages reflection, practical application, and deeper
engagement, ensuring that learning is not only understood but also internalized and applied with
confidence.
Certification
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course, recognizing their
knowledge and practical competence.
Customized Training Solutions
This course can also be delivered as a tailor-made program, designed to address the specific
needs, priorities, and operational challenges of your organization.