CILT Endorsed Successful Buyer

This course uses a variety of interactive learning methods such as group discussions, videos, team exercises, individual exercises, case studies and questionnaires.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Gain an understanding in the importance of purchasing function
• Use all the skills required to be a successful buyer
• Utilize the best practices in purchasing strategies and processes
• Apply the purchasing process, and understand logistical considerations
• Improve communication skills required for successful buying
• Build better partnerships with suppliers, and introduce negotiation skills

Junior buyers, intermediate buyers, purchasing department personnel and other personnel from other departments who need to understand the buying function.

• Introducing purchasing methods
• Improving communications with suppliers
• Using logistics methods
• Improving materials sourcing
• Developing long-term relationships with suppliers
• Applying negotiation principles