About the Course: This unique Masterclass is for anyone involved in the store management, and purchasing function who wants the very latest in practical techniques. It will specifically cover modern purchasing techniques, supplier management, determining price, placing emphasis on the all important contract administration phase occurring after the award.Persons attending will have analysis tools and many worked examples that can be easily applied in the work place. Specifically you will learn:
This course is designed to take the participant through the many steps of best practices purchasing and contract administration from the time the need is identified through to final acceptance, payment, and contract close out so that the total objectives of contract and procurement activities are achieved. Course Objectives: As a result of this course, attendees will be able to:• The newest purchasing methods, including e-procurement • The concept of supplier partnering • Implementing Supply Chain Management • Examples of purchasing success • Measuring and Improving Purchasing Performance • Re-engineering Purchasing Operations • Providing better outcomes from contracts • Reviewing contract administration techniques • Exploring contract monitoring techniques • Learning how to get fair treatment in contract changes • Discussing contract termination issues • Preparing for claims and disputes • Reviewing acceptance and contract close out issues TARGET PARTICIPANTS This course has been designed to enhance the purchasing and contract administration skills of: