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Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain SCM-008

Contracting and Procurement

An applied five-day programme focused specifically on Contracting and Procurement.

Programme at a glance
ReferenceSCM-008
Duration5 days
LevelProfessional
Learning topics20
KAIZEN EUROPEAN ACADEMY

Programme overview

This five-day Kaizen European Academy programme is dedicated specifically to Contracting and Procurement. It develops practical capability in Contracting Procurement through structured explanation, applied tools, realistic scenarios and guided workshops. Participants move from core concepts to hands-on application, performance control and an implementation plan that can be transferred directly to their workplace.

What you will gain

Learning objectives

Explain the essential concepts, terminology and professional context of Contracting and Procurement.

Apply the principal methods and tools used in Contracting and Procurement.

Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Contracting and Procurement.

Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Contracting and Procurement.

Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Contracting and Procurement.

01 · Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend

Professionals, specialists, supervisors and managers whose responsibilities involve contracting and procurement or who need to build practical capability in this area.

02 · Programme Methodology

Programme Methodology

Instructor-led explanation, facilitated discussion, subject-specific case studies, practical templates, individual and group exercises, simulations or technical scenarios where appropriate, peer review and a final implementation workshop.

03 · Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Explain the essential concepts, terminology and professional context of Contracting and Procurement. Apply the principal methods and tools used in Contracting and Procurement. Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Contracting and Procurement. Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Contracting and Procurement. Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Contracting and Procurement.

04 · Prerequisites

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisite is required. Relevant professional experience is helpful; technical courses may assume basic familiarity with the operating environment.

Academic journey

Course Outline

A structured day-by-day learning agenda designed around practical application and progressive skill development.

Day
01
Module 1

Contracting and Procurement: Foundations and Operating Context

Scope, terminology and professional context of Contracting and Procurement

Current practices and emerging trends in Contracting and Procurement

Roles, responsibilities and stakeholder expectations in Contracting and Procurement

Diagnostic assessment of current Contracting and Procurement practices

Day
02
Module 2

Core Methods and Tools for Contracting and Procurement

procurement strategy

spend analysis

sourcing

supplier selection

Day
03
Module 3

Applied Practice in Contracting and Procurement

negotiation

contracts

supplier performance

demand planning

Day
04
Module 4

Performance, Risk and Control in Contracting and Procurement

inventory

warehouse

logistics

transport

Day
05
Module 5

Contracting and Procurement: Integrated Workshop and Implementation

supply risk

cost

service levels

sustainability

KAIZEN EUROPEAN ACADEMY

What You Will Receive

01
Programme learning materials
02
Practical resources and templates where applicable
03
Kaizen completion certificate
04
Participant support throughout the learning week
Live learning calendar

Upcoming dates for this programme

Choose one of the next planned European dates, or create a private delivery around your own schedule.

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European training destinations

This programme can be scheduled across our European training destinations. Venue and trainer are confirmed separately for each session.

39cities
20countries

Final venue, dates and trainer are confirmed when the session is scheduled.