Purchasing and procurement are about far more than simply acquiring goods and services. They form the foundation of strong supplier relationships, cost control, and organisational efficiency. This CPD‑accredited procurement training course introduces the essential principles of purchasing and procurement, giving learners the skills to manage supplier relationships, oversee competitive bids, and contribute to effective supply chain management.

In today’s global marketplace, procurement professionals need more than on‑the‑job experience—they need structured knowledge and proven strategies. This procurement training covers the basics of supply chains, the purchasing cycle, and the tools and techniques that drive effective procurement. You’ll also learn how to manage bids, evaluate suppliers, and monitor performance to ensure quality and compliance.

By the end of the course, you’ll understand how procurement supports cost savings, strengthens supplier partnerships, and adds value across the organisation.

Why This Course?

Procurement is now recognised as a strategic function that directly impacts profitability and efficiency. This course equips learners with the knowledge to manage procurement processes confidently, from sourcing and bidding to supplier evaluation and performance monitoring.

Key Benefits

• Supply chain knowledge – understand how supply chains operate and their role in business success
• Purchasing cycle – learn the principles and stages of effective purchasing
• Competitive bidding – gain practical skills in managing RFPs, RFQs, and contract negotiations
• Supplier evaluation – develop strategies for selecting and defending supplier choices
• Performance management – monitor quality, set standards, and manage supplier relationships
• Practical tools – apply procurement software and cloud‑based solutions to streamline processes

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, you will be able to:

• Describe what a supply chain is
• Explain the procurement department’s role within an organisation
• Understand the principles of the purchasing cycle
• Apply the steps needed for managing a competitive bid process, from RFPs to contract negotiation
• Identify what it takes to set up a competitive bid for a contract
• Defend supplier selection decisions using evaluation strategies
• Manage supplier performance, including quality control and standards monitoring
• Apply procurement tools, from PC‑based applications to cloud‑based solutions

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• Procurement officers and purchasing staff
• Supply chain and logistics professionals
• Managers responsible for supplier relationships
• Business owners seeking to improve procurement efficiency
• Anyone new to procurement who wants a strong foundation in best practice