The British Academy for Training and Development offers this training program in Strategic and Dynamic Supply and Procurement Management, focusing on enabling participants to understand modern systems of supply chain and procurement management through an integrated approach that supports institutional operational efficiency.

In light of global logistical challenges and market volatility, the ability to manage supply and procurement operations dynamically has become critical to ensuring business continuity and minimizing risks.

This course addresses both the strategic and practical dimensions of supply management, starting from needs identification and planning, through purchasing, and concluding with sourcing, receiving, and performance evaluation. It also highlights the importance of cross-departmental collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and the application of quality and performance improvement concepts within supply chains.

Who Should Attend?

• Procurement and supply officers in organizations and companies.

• Logistics and supply chain managers.

• Financial and planning staff involved in procurement activities.

• Project professionals dealing with suppliers and contractors.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the fundamental concepts of supply and procurement management.

• Develop the ability to plan requirements and accurately define purchasing specifications.

• Understand negotiation mechanisms, supplier selection, and performance monitoring.

• Apply efficiency improvement methodologies and cost-reduction techniques within the supply chain.

• Acquire data analysis skills and make procurement decisions based on performance indicators.

• Introduction to Supply and Procurement Management

  • Concept and strategic role of procurement and supply

  • Relationship between supply management and the institutional value chain

  • Differences between traditional purchasing and modern dynamic procurement management

• Organizational Structure of the Procurement Function

  • Distribution of roles and responsibilities within procurement departments

  • Integration with other departments (finance, technical, legal)

  • Building effective procurement and supply teams

• Procurement and Supply Needs Planning

  • Demand analysis and optimal timing for procurement

  • Quantitative forecasting methods

  • Planning tools in dynamic and uncertain environments

• Types of Purchasing and Procurement Strategies

  • Direct and indirect purchasing

  • Centralized versus decentralized procurement

  • Sourcing strategies based on market and supplier characteristics

• Procurement Cycle and Its Requirements

  • Key steps in the procurement process from requisition to delivery

  • Internal purchase requisition and purchase order models

  • Common procurement cycle challenges and mitigation methods

• Preparation of Procurement and Tender Documents

  • Developing terms of reference and technical specifications

  • Defining contractual, payment, and delivery conditions

  • Legal and regulatory considerations in procurement documentation

• Supplier Selection and Qualification

  • Technical and financial evaluation criteria

  • Supplier classification based on performance and reliability

  • Supplier development programs and sustainable partnerships

• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

  • Developing supplier networks and evaluating performance

  • Managing disputes and contractual conflicts

  • Maintaining supply chain stability during crises

• Professional Negotiation in Procurement

  • Principles of effective commercial negotiation

  • Analyzing supplier behavior and persuasion skills

  • Establishing fair and sustainable agreements

• Contracts and Contractual Obligations

  • Drafting procurement contracts and amendments

  • Termination clauses, penalties, and guarantees

  • Contract execution monitoring and compliance assurance

• Inventory and Warehouse Management

  • Inventory classification and rotation techniques

  • Methods for reducing waste and obsolescence

  • Internal controls and documentation in warehouses

• Procurement and Supply Information Systems

  • Use of digital systems such as ERP and SRM

  • Electronic integration between departments and suppliers

  • Smart reporting to support procurement decision-making

• Procurement Cost Analysis

  • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

  • Supplier bid comparison and value analysis

  • Balancing quality, cost, and delivery speed

• Strategic vs. Operational Procurement

  • Core differences between the two approaches

  • Appropriate use cases for each

  • Integrating strategic procurement into organizational plans

• International Procurement and Global Sourcing

  • Cross-border procurement regulations

  • Customs logistics and international freight

  • Challenges associated with global supply chains

• Risks in Supply and Procurement

  • Supply risk assessment and management

  • Business continuity and contingency planning

  • Role of insurance and preventive contracting

• Electronic Procurement (E-Procurement)

  • E-procurement systems and their benefits

  • Cybersecurity and digital risks

  • Applications of artificial intelligence in procurement

• Sustainable and Ethical Procurement

  • Concepts of ethical and responsible sourcing

  • Compliance with environmental and social standards

  • Transparency and anti-corruption practices in procurement

• Procurement Performance Analysis

  • Key performance indicators (KPIs) in procurement and supply

  • Continuous measurement and analysis tools

  • Process improvement based on actual performance results

• Institutional Excellence in Procurement Management

  • Applying total quality management concepts in procurement

  • Adoption of international standards (e.g., ISO 20400)

  • Building a culture of excellence within supply teams

• Future Trends in Procurement Management

  • Digital transformation and intelligent supply chains

  • Sustainability as a strategic procurement driver

  • The evolving role of procurement as a contributor to organizational performance