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Procurement, Logistics and Supply Chain SCM-007

Supplier Relationship Management

An applied five-day programme focused specifically on Supplier Relationship Management.

Programme at a glance
ReferenceSCM-007
Duration5 days
LevelProfessional
Learning topics20
KAIZEN EUROPEAN ACADEMY

Programme overview

This five-day Kaizen European Academy programme is dedicated specifically to Supplier Relationship Management. It develops practical capability in Supplier Relationship Management 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 Supplier Relationship Management.

Apply the principal methods and tools used in Supplier Relationship Management.

Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Supplier Relationship Management.

Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Supplier Relationship Management.

Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Supplier Relationship Management.

01 · Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend

Professionals, specialists, supervisors and managers whose responsibilities involve supplier relationship management 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 Supplier Relationship Management. Apply the principal methods and tools used in Supplier Relationship Management. Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Supplier Relationship Management. Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Supplier Relationship Management. Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Supplier Relationship Management.

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

Supplier Relationship Management: Foundations and Operating Context

Scope, terminology and professional context of Supplier Relationship Management

Current practices and emerging trends in Supplier Relationship Management

Roles, responsibilities and stakeholder expectations in Supplier Relationship Management

Diagnostic assessment of current Supplier Relationship Management practices

Day
02
Module 2

Core Methods and Tools for Supplier Relationship Management

Supplier segmentation

Relationship models

Supplier onboarding

Performance expectations

Day
03
Module 3

Applied Practice in Supplier Relationship Management

Supplier scorecards

Review meetings

Corrective action

Supplier development

Day
04
Module 4

Performance, Risk and Control in Supplier Relationship Management

Innovation with suppliers

Risk monitoring

Financial health

Contract compliance

Day
05
Module 5

Supplier Relationship Management: Integrated Workshop and Implementation

Escalation

Collaboration

Supplier exit

SRM governance

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.