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Strategic Sourcing

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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

DR. DUGLAS FERNANDES
Certified HRD Corp Trainer
Corporate Trainer & Consultant
Doctorate in Business Administration, Riviera University, France

PROFILE SUMMARY
Dr. Duglas Fernandes is a seasoned corporate trainer and consultant with extensive global exposure in Quality Management, Business Process Improvement, and Leadership Development. With over three decades of experience in multinational corporations, consulting firms, and government initiatives, Dr. Duglas combines technical expertise with real-world leadership insights to deliver impactful and results-driven training.

His corporate journey spans quality-focused leadership roles, global consulting assignments, and high-level facilitation for senior leaders, government agencies, and corporate clients. Known for his engaging and practical approach, Dr. Duglas equips participants with actionable strategies that can be immediately applied in their workplace.

CORPORATE EXPERIENCE
Before transitioning full-time into training and consultancy, Dr. Duglas served as Regional Quality Control Manager for a leading European investment group. In this role, he conducted quality control audits for companies targeted for acquisition or investment worldwide, while spearheading re-engineering and restructuring initiatives to enhance product and process reliability across global operations.

From 2007 to 2013, Dr. Duglas worked with an international headhunting firm, travelling extensively across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and North America — including Thailand, Philippines, Laos, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Dubai, India, Sri Lanka, Canada, Germany, France, and Switzerland — adapting to diverse business cultures and environments.

Prior to his global consultancy career, Dr. Duglas spent 23 years with Panasonic Malaysia, progressing to the role of Quality Control Manager. His tenure established his solid foundation in quality operations, leadership, and continuous improvement practices.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA), Riviera University, France
Research Focus: Incorporating Total Quality Management to Innovate, Manage Change, and Enhance Customer Satisfaction

GOVERNMENT TRAINING EXPERIENCE
Dr. Duglas has been actively engaged in training programs for various government agencies, delivering impactful initiatives such as:

  • Conducting entrepreneurship programs for over 50 participants on how to start businesses post-COVID-19, organised by the Government.
  • Delivering life transition and retirement programs for senior high-ranking government officials, focusing on retiring happily and moving forward in life.
  • Facilitating rehabilitation and reintegration programs for prisoners prior to their release, equipping them with strategies for success in their second chance at life.

TRAINING EXPERTISE
Dr. Duglas delivers a wide range of technical, quality, and leadership programs, including:

  • ISO 9001 (Awareness, Consulting, Auditing to Accreditation)
  • Understanding & Implementing KPAs and KPIs Effectively
  • Lean Management incorporating Toyota Production System
  • Achieving Customer Satisfaction & Increasing Profit through Best Manufacturing Practices
  • Professional Technical Report Writing & Presentation Skills
  • Situational Motivation for Executives & Managers
  • Innovation, Business Design Thinking & Decision Making
  • Effective Leadership Skills Development
  • Quality & Manufacturing-related programs

SELECTED CLIENTS
Corporate & Industry Leaders:
Proton • Perodua • Volvo International Iran • Sapura Holdings • Sime Darby • Petronas (and subsidiaries) • Unitar International University • Binary International University • Astro • Maxis • Panasonic Malaysia • And many more

TRAINING STYLE
Dr. Duglas is known for his interactive, practical, and results-oriented delivery style. His sessions blend global corporate experience with local context, ensuring learning is both relevant and actionable. By integrating real-world case studies, hands-on activities, and proven strategies, he enables participants — from executives to senior leaders — to achieve measurable improvements in performance and productivity.

“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

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

1. By Credit card: You can opt to register and pay online with our latest payment integration system through our website.
2. Bank Transfer- You can also opt to bank transfer payment via local / international banks. Please send payment slip as proof of payment.
3. HRD Corp Claimable Courses Skim Bantuan Latihan Khas - Applicable to Malaysian Employer Only

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