Certification Programs
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SPM Strategic Procurement Master
Course Details
SPM
Strategic Procurement Master
Course Methodology
On enrolling in the Strategic Procurement Master training, you get to experience different modes of learning that include case studies, presentations, videos, and group exercises that will help you apply your learning in your professional life.
Course Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with business goals.
- Optimize supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
- Identify and mitigate risks in global sourcing and procurement.
- Enhance cost-efficiency through spend analysis and strategic sourcing techniques.
- Foster sustainable and ethical procurement practices.
- Improve procurement’s role in value creation and competitive advantage.
Target Audience
Procurement and supply chain professionals looking to advance their strategic capabilities. Purchasing managers and procurement officers seeking to optimize cost and efficiency. Business leaders and decision-makers aiming to enhance procurement strategies. Logistics and operations professionals involved in supplier management. Finance and contract managers overseeing procurement functions.
Target Competencies
Strategic procurement planning
Supplier relationship and risk management
Negotiation and contract management
Cost optimization and value creation
Sustainable and ethical procurement
Data-driven decision-making
SPM
Strategic Procurement Master
Introduction
The Strategic Procurement Master (CMI) program equips professionals with advanced knowledge and skills to design, manage, and transform procurement strategies
Module 1
Fundamentals of Procurement
- Definition of procurement
- Scope of procurement
- Objectives of procurement
- Importance of procurement
- Tactical vs. Strategic procurement
- Procurement vs. Purchasing
Module 2
Introduction to Current Landscape
- Volatile economic environment
- Change in economic environment
- Different types of procurement challenges
- Procurement trends
Module 3
Evolution of Procurement Function
- Procurement function: Evolution stages
- Transition plans
- Procurement transformation: key steps
- Business Analytics at different procurement maturity levels
- Transformation of procurement teams
Module 4
Category Strategy: How to Develop & Implement a Category Strategy
- Defining Category Management
- Category strategy & category management
- Category strategy development
- Steps to develop strategy
- Risk management – identification, mapping model & steps to reduce
Module 5
Supplier Relationship Management
- Supplier management
- Negotiation goals and strategies
- Supplier evaluation and selection
- Integrated SRM
- Supplier performance management
- Breakthrough partnerships
- Future model of procurement
Module 6
Stakeholders’ Management
- Defining stakeholders
- Stakeholder analysis
- Stakeholders’ engagement
- Types and frequency of communication with stakeholders
Online/Offline Program
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24 June 2026
Online
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25 June 2026
Online
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25 June 2026
Online
Association / Affiliation
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) offers globally recognized certifications designed to develop leadership and management skills, empowering professionals to drive organizational success. With a focus on practical, real-world applications, CMI programs equip individuals with the tools to excel in management roles and lead high-performing teams.
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