Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Procurement and Supply Chain Concepts

• Definitions and scope

• Procurement vs. supply chain

• Objectives and key drivers
  Case Study: Evolution of supply chain in global and local organizations

Module 2: Procurement Planning and Needs Identification

• Steps in procurement planning

• Forecasting and demand analysis

• Linking procurement to budgeting and operational plans
  Exercise: Developing a basic procurement plan

Module 3: Sourcing and Supplier Selection

• Sourcing strategies

• Vendor prequalification and selection criteria

• Local vs. international sourcing
  Simulation: Evaluating supplier proposals

Module 4: Procurement Methods and Processes

• Open tendering, request for quotations, direct procurement

• Request for proposals (RFPs)

• Procurement documentation
  Practical: Preparing a sample RFQ and bid evaluation form

Module 5: Contracting and Legal Aspects of Procurement

• Types of procurement contracts

• Key contract terms and conditions

• Roles and responsibilities in contract management
  Workshop: Drafting and reviewing a basic procurement contract

Module 6: Inventory and Warehouse Management

• Inventory types and control techniques (ABC, JIT)

• Warehouse layout and storage methods

• Stock recording systems
  Exercise: Setting up a basic inventory management system

Module 7: Logistics and Distribution Management

• Inbound and outbound logistics

• Transportation planning

• Distribution channels and performance
  Case Study: Challenges in last-mile delivery

Module 8: Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

• Importance of SRM

• Supplier performance metrics

• Conflict resolution and communication
  Practical: Designing a supplier evaluation scorecard

Module 9: Risk Management in Procurement and Supply Chain

• Identifying supply chain risks

• Mitigation strategies

• Compliance, ethics, and audit trails
  Group Work: Risk assessment for a hypothetical procurement project

Module 10: Performance Monitoring and Supply Chain KPIs

• Procurement and logistics KPIs

• Reporting and continuous improvement

• Technology and automation in SCM
  Project: Designing a procurement and logistics dashboard