INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

Overview of Public Procurement and Supply Chain Management
• Definition and scope of public procurement
• Importance of public procurement in the economy
• Principles of public procurement
• Objectives of supply chain management
Legal and Regulatory Framework
• International agreements and treaties
• National laws and regulations
• Procurement policies and guidelines
• Ethical standards and codes of conduct
Procurement Planning and Needs Assessment
• Identifying procurement needs
• Market research and analysis
• Developing procurement strategies
• Preparing procurement plans
Sourcing and Supplier Selection
• Supplier identification and evaluation
• Tender processes and methods
• Bid evaluation and award
• Contract negotiation and award
Contract Management and Administration
• Contract types and terms
• Contract monitoring and performance management
• Contract amendments and variations
• Dispute resolution and termination
Inventory Management and Logistics
• Inventory control and optimization
• Transportation and distribution management
• Warehousing and storage
• Reverse logistics and returns management
Technology in Procurement and Supply Chain
• E-procurement and e-tendering systems
• Supply chain management information systems
• Big data and analytics in procurement
• Blockchain technology in supply chain
Sustainability and Social Responsibility
• Sustainable procurement practices
• Environmental considerations in procurement
• Social and economic development through procurement
• Monitoring and reporting on sustainability performance
Risk Management in Procurement and Supply Chain
• Identification and assessment of risks
• Risk mitigation strategies
• Business continuity planning
• Supplier risk management
Performance Measurement and Continuous Improvement
• Key performance indicators (KPIs) in procurement and supply chain
• Benchmarking and best practices
• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Monitoring and reporting on performance

1ST BATCH: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 — Friday, January 23, 2026.

2ND BATCH: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 — Friday, May 15, 2026.

3RD BATCH: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 — Friday, September 11, 2026.

The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and
illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical
experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return
to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively
implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.