The Marine Procurement and Supply Chain Management for Shipping Companies Training Course offered by The British Academy For Training and Development equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage procurement and supply chain activities within the maritime industry. As part of the Shipping, Maritime and Ports Training Courses specialization under the Management category, the programme focuses on improving Marine Procurement processes, supplier coordination, inventory control, and strategic sourcing to support efficient shipping operations.

Participants will learn how to develop effective purchasing systems, manage maritime suppliers, optimise inventory, and strengthen procurement performance across shipping companies. The course also covers vendor management, sourcing of spare parts, contract administration, and the development of an effective procurement strategy that supports operational continuity, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of Marine Procurement within shipping operations.
• Develop effective procurement planning and purchasing processes.
• Implement a strategic procurement strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Improve supplier selection and vendor management practices.
• Manage inventory and critical spare parts efficiently.
• Strengthen supply chain coordination across maritime operations.
• Apply contract management and supplier performance evaluation techniques.
• Reduce procurement risks and operational disruptions.
• Improve procurement cost control and purchasing efficiency.
• Support sustainable and compliant maritime supply chain operations.

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

• Marine procurement managers
• Purchasing officers
• Supply chain managers
• Shipping company managers
• Fleet managers
• Marine logistics professionals
• Warehouse managers
• Inventory controllers
• Contract administrators
• Vendor relationship managers
• Maritime operations supervisors
• Professionals responsible for procurement and supply chain management

Module 1: Introduction to Marine Procurement

• Fundamentals of Marine Procurement
• Procurement lifecycle
• Maritime purchasing processes
• Procurement responsibilities
• Industry standards

Module 2: Procurement Strategy and Planning

• Developing a procurement strategy
• Demand forecasting
• Budget planning
• Procurement policies
• Strategic sourcing

Module 3: Vendor Management and Supplier Relationships

• Vendor management principles
• Supplier evaluation
• Supplier qualification
• Performance measurement
• Long-term supplier partnerships

Module 4: Spare Parts and Inventory Management

• Procurement of spare parts
• Inventory planning
• Stock control techniques
• Warehouse coordination
• Critical spare management

Module 5: Supply Chain Management for Shipping Companies

• Maritime supply chain operations
• Logistics coordination
• Procurement workflow integration
• Distribution planning
• Supply chain performance

Module 6: Contract Management and Purchasing Compliance

• Procurement contracts
• Tendering procedures
• Contract negotiation
• Compliance requirements
• Procurement documentation

Module 7: Risk Management in Marine Procurement

• Supply chain risk assessment
• Supplier risk management
• Business continuity planning
• Procurement contingency strategies
• Regulatory compliance

Module 8: Digital Procurement and Continuous Improvement

• E-procurement systems
• Procurement analytics
• Digital supplier management
• Performance improvement
• Best practices in Marine Procurement