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Procurement Management Training Course

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Course Date Onsite fee: Online fee: Register
27/01/2025 To 31/01/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
24/02/2025 To 28/02/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
24/03/2025 To 28/03/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
28/04/2025 To 02/05/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
26/05/2025 To 30/05/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
23/06/2025 To 27/06/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
28/07/2025 To 01/08/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
29/09/2025 To 03/10/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
27/10/2025 To 31/10/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
24/11/2025 To 28/11/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site
15/12/2025 To 19/12/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Online Register for On-site

Introduction

No organization is completely self-sufficient, at one moment or another it will require goods, services or works to be delivered and/or partnerships to take place in order for it to keep functioning correctly. The procurement function helps in obtaining the value that an organization requires for its optimal operation.

This procurement management training aims to enhance performance and efficiency by increasing the knowledge and skills of organization staff in managing the procurement function. Participants will understand the elements of procurement within the wider discipline of supply chain management.

Other related courses. Click the course title to view course outline

1.      Advanced Procurement Skills Course

2.      Procurement and Contract Management Course

3.      Procurement and Logistics in Emergency Situation Course

4.      Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain Management Course

5.      Procurement and Transportation Management Course

Who should attend?

Procurement management training is ideal for procurement staff, project managers, finance staff, operational staff, government officials and any other professionals who want to build their skills in procurement management.

Course Duration

5 Days

Course objectives

By the end of this course the participants will be able to:

  • Define the terms purchasing and procurement management
  • Understand the procurement processes
  • Understand the role of procurement within an organization
  • Know the relationship between procurement and supply chain management
  • Describe the key principles of procurement
  • Describe the drivers of change and future trends of procurement management

Course Outline

Introduction to Procurement

  • Definition and basics of procurement
  • Principles of Procurement
  • Importance of procurement
  • Identifying procurement categories
  • Objectives of effective procurement
  • The procurement cycle
  • Procurement as part of the supply chain

Procurement Planning

  • What is a procurement plan?
  • Benefits of procurement planning
  • Types of procurement plans
  • Factors to consider in procurement planning
  • Developing a procurement plan
  • Monitoring and evaluating your procurement plan

Strategic Procurement

  • What is strategic procurement?
  • Tools of strategic procurement
  • Key areas of strategic management
  • How to implement strategic procurement
  • Steps of the strategic procurement process

Tendering Process

  • Types of tenders
  • Writing the specification
  • Prequalification
  • Issuance of tender documents
  • Receipt, review and award of tenders

Contract Management in Procurement

  • Developing a contract management plan
  • Best practices in contract management
  • Contract drafting and clause negotiation
  • Contract monitoring and evaluation
  • Contract close-out and continuous improvement

Cost Management in Procurement

  • Procurement costs
  • Meaning of cost management
  • Importance of cost management
  • Strategies of cost management
  • Measuring cost savings in Procurement

E-Procurement

  • Definition of E-procurement
  • Benefits of E-procurement
  • Types of E-procurement
  • The E-procurement process
  • Tools of E-procurement

Risk Management in Procurement

  • What is procurement risk?
  • Sources of Procurement risks
  • Types of procurement risks
  • Risk management strategies

Performance Management in Procurement

  • What is procurement performance management?
  • Benefits of procurement performance management
  • Key performance indicators in procurement
  • The steps of procurement performance management
  • Principles of procurement performance management

Ethics and Conflicts in Procurement

  • What are the ethical issues in procurement?
  • What are the conflicts in procurement?
  • Dealing with conflicts of interest.
  • Importance of ethics in procurement
  • Impact of ethics and sustainability in procurement

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment:

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.

Online/ On-site Training Dates

Course Date Onsite fees: Live Online fee: Register
Onsite in Nairobi, Kenya
27/01/2025 To 31/01/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
24/02/2025 To 28/02/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
24/03/2025 To 28/03/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
28/04/2025 To 02/05/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
26/05/2025 To 30/05/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
23/06/2025 To 27/06/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
28/07/2025 To 01/08/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
29/09/2025 To 03/10/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
27/10/2025 To 31/10/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
24/11/2025 To 28/11/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online
15/12/2025 To 19/12/2025 1,500 USD 900 USD Register for Onsite Register for Online

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