Pideya Learning Academy

Supply Chain and Procurement Strategies

Upcoming Schedules

  • Live Online Training
  • Classroom Training

Date Venue Duration Fee (USD)
24 Feb - 28 Feb 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
10 Mar - 14 Mar 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
21 Apr - 25 Apr 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
09 Jun - 13 Jun 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
11 Aug - 15 Aug 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
15 Sep - 19 Sep 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
13 Oct - 17 Oct 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
24 Nov - 28 Nov 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750

Course Overview

In an era defined by global uncertainties, supply disruptions, rising costs, and increasing customer expectations, organizations must rethink their traditional procurement models and supply chain frameworks to stay competitive and resilient. The “Supply Chain and Procurement Strategies” training by Pideya Learning Academy is a forward-thinking program developed to equip professionals with the strategic vision, operational tools, and decision-making frameworks needed to align procurement and supply chain functions with broader organizational goals. This training empowers participants to move beyond siloed operations and embrace a fully integrated supply chain and procurement approach that maximizes value creation, risk mitigation, and performance consistency.
As supply chains grow more complex due to globalization and digital transformation, the stakes have never been higher. According to the 2023 Deloitte Global CPO Survey, 72% of Chief Procurement Officers prioritize digital integration across the supply chain, while Gartner reports that companies with well-integrated procurement and logistics strategies outperform peers with 20% greater supply chain responsiveness and 15% lower operating costs. Moreover, McKinsey & Company highlights that supply chain leaders who adopt advanced procurement strategies improve supplier performance by up to 35%, reduce procurement lead times by 40%, and generate higher levels of stakeholder satisfaction across functions. These statistics underscore the urgent need for capability building in strategy design, supplier relationship management, procurement planning, and supply chain coordination.
The Supply Chain and Procurement Strategies training by Pideya Learning Academy is designed to address these needs comprehensively. Participants will explore the full spectrum of strategic procurement, from supplier segmentation and sourcing frameworks to contract management, risk governance, and sustainable procurement principles. The course also emphasizes how procurement intersects with logistics, inventory control, and enterprise planning, offering a holistic view of the supply chain landscape.
A unique feature of this course is its structured focus on enabling participants to develop customized supply chain strategies that are both agile and aligned with enterprise performance metrics. Drawing on internationally recognized models and real-world case insights, the training also introduces segmentation-based planning approaches and collaborative supplier frameworks that optimize value chains end-to-end.
As part of the learning journey, participants will benefit from:
Strategy formulation techniques that align procurement with logistics, inventory, and supplier management functions
Segmentation and demand-driven planning models that enhance customer service and operational visibility
Exposure to global supply chain benchmarks and transformation strategies adopted by high-performing organizations
Supplier portfolio optimization and techniques for improving sourcing effectiveness
Tools for performance monitoring, cost control, and continuous improvement across supply chain activities
Integrated risk management and resilience-building frameworks tailored to volatile supply environments
Development of a strategic roadmap for supply chain integration suited to each participant’s organizational context
Through this integrated and high-impact training experience, Pideya Learning Academy ensures that participants not only understand modern supply chain and procurement strategies but are also empowered to implement them in a structured and sustainable manner. Whether managing a localized procurement team or a global supply network, this program offers the strategic clarity and operational confidence needed to make supply chains more adaptive, collaborative, and competitive.
By the end of the course, participants will walk away with a well-defined blueprint for supply chain integration, the ability to engage stakeholders across departments, and the insight to transform procurement into a driver of enterprise-wide success.

Course Objectives

After completing this Pideya Learning Academy training, the participants will learn to:
Develop competitive advantage by implementing integrated supply chain and procurement strategies
Evaluate how cohesive supply chain processes enhance organizational profitability
Identify and manage supply chain risks across diverse operational environments
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and alignment within SCM functions
Build a roadmap for SCM strategy deployment using global benchmarking models
Integrate procurement, inventory, logistics, and warehouse operations into a unified framework
Apply advanced techniques in supply chain planning and execution using segmentation models

Personal Benefits

Advanced capability in developing and executing SCM strategies
Greater understanding of cross-functional supply chain dynamics
Enhanced analytical and decision-making skills
Exposure to global supply chain trends and strategic tools
Development of leadership competencies in procurement and logistics integration

Organisational Benefits

Strengthened alignment of supply chain functions with organizational strategy
Enhanced resilience and agility in procurement and logistics processes
Improved supplier performance and cost optimization
Reduction of operational silos through integrated planning frameworks
Increased adaptability in response to changing market and supply risks

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for professionals involved in procurement, supply chain, logistics, operations, and materials management. It is especially beneficial for:
Supply Chain Managers and Directors
Procurement and Sourcing Professionals
Logistics and Inventory Supervisors
Strategy Planners and Operations Leaders
Professionals seeking to build integrated supply chain models within their organizations

Course Outline

Module 1: Strategic Role of Procurement and Supply Chain Functions
Defining procurement and integrated supply chain operations Evolution of strategic sourcing and global supply networks Supply chain positioning within enterprise value creation Evaluating procurement maturity levels Transforming supply chains into competitive differentiators Mapping the extended value stream Reducing lead time variability across tiers Demand-driven inventory optimization Strategic category lifecycle management Transitioning to high-performance procurement systems
Module 2: Designing Competency and Capability Frameworks
Resource alignment with enterprise strategy Role clarity and cross-functional integration in supply chain Differentiating price analysis and cost breakdown Application of value engineering in procurement optimization Total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling Cost modeling tools and 'should-cost' estimations Capability gap assessments and workforce planning Building a future-ready procurement talent model
Module 3: Supply Chain Performance Architecture
Building KPIs for procurement and logistics performance Benchmarking against best-in-class practices Strategic procurement metrics: savings, efficiency, compliance Linking operational metrics to financial performance Balanced scorecard for supply chain monitoring Real-time data integration and reporting frameworks
Module 4: Advanced Supply Chain Strategy Development
Formulating long-term procurement and SCM blueprints Scenario-based strategy planning Incorporating digital supply chain enablers in strategy Creating a strategic supply chain transformation roadmap Integrating risk and resilience into strategic plans Measuring alignment of supply chain strategy with corporate goals
Module 5: Category Strategy and Spend Management
Lifecycle approach to category management Identifying and prioritizing high-impact spend categories Category intelligence and supplier market analysis Strategic sourcing levers and value levers Stakeholder engagement in category plans Contract lifecycle strategy for high-risk categories
Module 6: Risk Management and Compliance in Procurement
Regulatory compliance frameworks and procurement ethics Third-party risk management systems Supply chain fraud detection mechanisms Embedding governance and audit protocols Supplier code of conduct and ESG mandates Disruption response planning and scenario mapping
Module 7: Supplier Relationship and Contract Management
Developing supplier performance frameworks Building collaborative supplier relationships Segmentation of suppliers based on value and risk Contract negotiation strategies and contract clauses Dispute resolution frameworks and legal considerations Vendor evaluation and post-award performance tracking
Module 8: Digital Transformation in Procurement and SCM
Leveraging procurement automation tools Adoption of AI and machine learning in sourcing decisions Blockchain applications in procurement transparency Real-time analytics for demand forecasting IoT applications in supply chain visibility Integration of ERP and supply chain platforms
Module 9: Financial Integration in Supply Chain Decisions
Budgeting for procurement and supply chain activities Linking cost drivers with procurement decisions Capital vs. operational expenditure planning Cash flow impact of procurement policies Cost-benefit analysis of outsourcing vs. in-house supply Impact of payment terms on working capital optimization
Module 10: Organizational Branding and Procurement Marketing
Positioning procurement as a strategic business enabler Internal marketing strategies for SCM function Change management principles for transformation adoption Building procurement credibility with executives Storytelling techniques for supply chain success Showcasing value creation through internal communications

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