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Managing Key Suppliers and Outsourcing Course

  • Duration:2 Days
  • Cost:On request
  • Ref:MKS

Manage your supply agreements for high service performance - add real value to your organisation

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Cost £895.00 Duration 2 days Code MKS

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Who is it for

Anyone responsible for suppliers or for managing outsourcing.  This course is particularly useful for those new to a supplier management role or whose role has expanded to encompass these duties.

What is it about

If you're looking for better ways to choose the right provider or outsourced agency, this course is for you.  It teaches you clear, assertive communication techniques to ensure you receive high service performance.  You will learn what to look for in tenders and how to define key supplier competencies to get the best deal for your organisation.

Course Overview

  • Understand the supplier environment
  • Know when to outsource offshore
  • Learn best practice in requesting for proposal or tender
  • Negotiate with suppliers effectively
  • Prepare and manage contracts for high service performance
  • Keep costs under control
  • Manage the service and ongoing supply delivery
  • Develop assertiveness skills in supplier management
  • Handle disputes and resolve them satisfactorily

What will I get out of it?

  • Identification of crucial competencies required from prospective suppliers
  • Techniques to help you choose which is the best from competing tenders
  • Best practice guidelines in drawing up service level agreements to ensure a harmonious relationship
  • Practical techniques to increase your assertiveness when dealing with suppliers

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This course is accredited for CPD

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