International Best Buying Practices
International procurement is a complex process, which has the
potential to provide many benefits to the organization in the form of lower prices, higher quality and improved supplier performance. In this programme, you will learn how to locate, evaluate and manage international sources and implement best practices in international procurement. You will also understand how to effectively draft an international procurement contract and manage the international
movement of materials.
Participants in this program will:
– Examine how to locate and evaluate new sources internationally
– Consider the impact of the internet on purchasing operations
– Review best practices in international purchasing
– Analyze ways of managing suppliers more effectively
– Study new concepts in inventory management
– Enhance their negotiating skills
– Understand the proper drafting of international contracts
– Plan for effective international transportation management
