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Strategic Sourcing

Description

Strategic sourcing is an approach to supply chain management that gather and use information so an organization can use its consolidated purchasing power to find the best possible values in the marketplace and align its purchasing strategy to business goals. 

Digital transformation is causing procurement and supply chain processes to evolve. You need to analyses what your organization buys, from whom, at what price and at what volume.

It is different from the conventional purchasing because it places emphasis beyond initial purchase price to focus on total cost of ownership and optimizing the sourcing process through ongoing market analysis and building relationships with suppliers.

The best-in-class companies sees strategic sourcing as a value creator and integral for long term growth.

To become a world-class procurement organization in the 21st century, a company requires various competencies that will enable it to effect strategic sourcing and transfer value throughout the supply chain from supplier to customer. This workshop addresses these and talk delegates through a journey of 360 value creation.

By the end of this Implementation of Strategic Sourcing program, you will be able to:

  • Develop strategic sourcing strategies to achieve tangible results
  • Implement the strategic sourcing strategy to maximize total cost savings
  • Assess and prioritize opportunities for savings
  • Identify execution gaps in procurement
  • Avoid of the pitfalls and shortfalls of purchasing and supplying

Course benefits

  • Enable organizations to probe and find the root of the problems
  • Empower key departments to synergize and leverage
  • Manage the strength and weakness in fulfilment aims

All executives and managers involve in Purchasing and Supplying, Finance and Costing, Order and Sales Planning.

DAY 1
9.00 am - 5.00 pm

9.00AM - 10.30AM 
Module 1: Sourcing and Outsourcing Life Cycle

  • The four objective phases flow
  • The three segmented rationale
  • The make or buy strategic decision

10.30AM - 10.45AM Break

10.45AM - 1.00PM 
Module 2 : Understanding the Strategic Factors

  • Core competency and supplier dominance
  • Strategic vulnerabilities and vertical integration
  • Product development and lean management

1.00PM - 2.00PM Lunch

2.00PM - 3.30PM 
Module 3: Environmental Scanning and Analysis Implication

  • SWOT matrix of strength and weakness
  • PORTER’s five forces of competitive strategy
  • GROVE’s six models of paranoid survival

3.30PM - 3.45PM Break

3.45PM - 5.00PM 
Module 4: The seven Danger Zones of Sourcing Practices

  • Internal and external threats
  • Security monitoring deviation
  • Disclosure of confidential data

DAY 2
9.00 am - 5.00 pm

9.00AM - 10.30AM 
Module 5: Strategic Sourcing Principal Stages and Sequences

  • Discovery and EvaluationSelection and Development
  • Monitoring and control

10.30AM - 10.45AM Break

10.45AM - 1.00PM 
Module 6: Selection of Single or Multiple Sourcing

  • Cost and quality consideration
  • Freight and logistics precaution
  • Interdependency and risk apportion

1.00PM - 2.00PM Lunch

2.00PM - 3.30PM 
Module 7: The Supplier Supply Management System

  • The seven supplier evaluation steps
  • The six supplier development project flow
  • The twelve supplier relationship barriers

3.30PM - 3.45PM Break

3.45PM - 5.00PM
Module 8: Empowerment Tools in Strategic Sourcing

  • Implementing Category Management
  • Executing Demand Management
  • Strengthening Supply Chain Management

An interactive based workshop with assignments and interactive group activities reinforcing the understanding of learning points and related participant’s job scope

DUGLAS FERNANDES, a Malaysian, prior to being a trainer cum consultant, held the position as Regional QC Manager, for a leading European Investor. Key responsibilities were to conduct Quality Control Audits for Companies or businesses which were targeted to be acquired or invested anywhere around the globe. Additionally, he was responsible to carry out re-engineering and restructuring for product or process reliability for the group of companies.

Duglas was head hunted by “International Head-hunter” and was doing the above from November 2007 until January 2013. During this tenure, he took up assignments with extensive travel to Thailand, Philippines, Laos, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Dubai, India, Sri Lanka, Africa, Canada, Germany, France, Switzerland and many Middle-East countries. This made his career very suitable and adaptable to cross cultures, which adds to his advantage as a trainer cum consultant.

His expertise started with Panasonic (M) for 23 years where he was groomed and grew to a Quality orientated person. His last position held was QC Manager.

Duglas obtained his Doctorate in Business Administration from Riviera University, France, majoring in “Incorporating Total Quality Management to innovate, manage change and critically think of enhancing Customer Satisfaction”.

His world of experience, expertise and knowledge in the chosen field has made him an authority in Quality Management.  He conducts a big list of quality related and soft-skill programs and to list a few are: 

  • Total ISO 9001 (from awareness, consulting, auditing until accreditation),
  • Understanding and implementing KPA’s and KPI’s correctly and effectively
  • Lean Management incorporating Toyota Production System
  • How to Achieve Customer Satisfaction and Increase PROFITS by introducing Best Manufacturing Practices?
  • Professional Technical Report Writing and Presentation Skills
  • Situational Motivation for Executives and Managers.,
  • Innovation - Business Design Thinking and Decision Making.
  • Effective Leadership Skills Development Program for Leaders and Managers
  • Various Quality and Manufacturing Related Programs.

For training and advisory services, feel free to contact us at info@itrainingexpert.com or call us at +603 8082 3707 | +603 8074 9056 | +6012 6869 628 | +6018 2175 123

 

“Before attending the course, I am not sure if I am doing the right thing.  During the course, I learned about Strategic Sourcing, Logistic, Supplier Relationship, SOW, Incoterm 2020, marine Insurance CIF. After the course, I feel confidence. The trainer is very knowledgeable in the subject matter.” Head Of Sirim Berhad, Malaysia

“Before attending the course, I feel would like to learn new about procurement management. During the course, I learned about The Relationship Between Procurement, Supplier Management And Purchasing, 3 golden rules negotiation, framework in purchasing , detail incoterms 2010 and 2020. After the course, I feel good and give me new knowledge about strategic procurement, negotiation and incoterms. The trainer is very good have more knowledge and experience. Able to answer all question and easy to understand." Procurement of Sirim Berhad, Malaysia

Normal Fee Early Bird Group Fee
Sign up 1 pax Sign up 1 pax Sign up 3 pax or more
Pay 1 day(s) before course starts Pay 14 day(s) before course starts Pay 14 day(s) before course starts
MYR 3490 per pax MYR 2890 per pax MYR 2790 per pax
USD 1030 per pax USD 850 per pax USD 820 per pax

Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement.

1.Online Payment by Credit card: You can opt to register and pay online with our latest payment integration system through our website.
2. Telegraphic Transfer- You can also opt to use GIRO or telegraphic transfer of payment via international banks.

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Available Sessions

Session Location Register
22 - 23 May 2025 SELANGOR, Malaysia Register
25 - 26 Nov 2025 SELANGOR, Malaysia Register

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