Start sourcing strategically and save
Strategic sourcing isn’t just about running a process— it’s about making smarter commercial decisions that drive the right business outcomes. Done well, it reduces risk, unlocks value, and builds stronger internal and supplier partnerships.
This course gives your team a clear, practical roadmap for sourcing more strategically— not just following the steps, but understanding the ‘why’ behind every decision. It’s high-energy, real-world training with the tools and insights your team will actually use.
What's covered?
You’re leading a team that:
- A structured 7-step strategic sourcing process your team can apply straight away
- Category profiling and market analysis— how to understand what you’re buying and from whom
- Sourcing strategy development— choosing the right approach based on risk, value and objectives
- Running the sourcing process— from supplier selection to RFPs and beyond
- Negotiation techniques to protect value and avoid common pitfalls
- Implementation and performance management— making sure what’s agreed actually happens
- Stakeholder engagement— getting buy-in and driving smarter internal decisions
- Supplier segmentation— knowing when to partner and when to push
- Tools, templates and sourcing frameworks to support every stage
Is this course right for you?
This course is ideal for:
- Procurement teams ready to move from tactical to strategic sourcing
- Category managers and sourcing leads who want to lift commercial capability
- Professionals looking to reduce sourcing risk and deliver better supplier outcomes
- Organisations wanting a structured, practical approach that actually sticks
Whether your team is new to strategic sourcing or looking to level up, this course delivers practical skills with commercial impact.
Delivery options
In-person workshop
1-day interactive session, delivered on-site or offsite
Live virtual sessions
4 x live, online training modules via Zoom or MS Teams
Always included
Tailored content
Customised to your team’s experience, challenges and sourcing priorities
Follow up options
Optional refreshers and results reviews to keep the learning embedded
What my customers say
All the sessions of the 3 topics covered were truly super productive and fun at the same time. Very dynamic and engaging!
Regional Operations Manager – Latam, Gulf Marine
Group interaction is key, delivery is great and if the team gets involved there is a fn element to it but it also teaches great practice and techniques cheers Martin great two days.
Senior Manager, Procurement, JCB
What my customers say
Thanks so much. This is the best training course I have taken in the company in my last 14 years. This course gave me energy to do my job.
Global Raw Materials Strategy Manager, Gulf Marine
Thank you so much once again for teaching a lot of valuable techniques from such intensive lessons. I’ve learned a lot…I owe you my success. Please allow me to express my utmost gratitude and appreciation.
Regional Operations Manager – North Asia, Gulf Marine
All the sessions of the 3 topics covered were truly super productive and fun at the same time. Very dynamic and engaging!
Regional Operations Manager – Latam, Gulf Marine
Group interaction is key, delivery is great and if the team gets involved there is a fn element to it but it also teaches great practice and techniques cheers Martin great two days.
Senior Manager, Procurement, JCB
I’ve been to school/college/university but never been given the level of focused teaching and detail as taught by you. It was interactive, it was at a good pace and the activities were like real world situations. I have truly gained new understandings that I can hold for the rest of my career. It was even better that you, yourself have had procurement experience at high levels!
Manager, Procurement, JCB
Book Strategic Sourcing for your team
If your team’s ready to source smarter, think more commercially, and deliver better outcomes— let’s talk. I’ll bring the energy, tools and real-world experience to help you get there.