Purchasing

Purchasing, also known as procurement, is a vital function within any organization, responsible for acquiring goods and services necessary for operations. It involves various activities such as sourcing suppliers, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and controlling costs. Effective purchasing practices ensure that organizations obtain quality products and services at competitive prices, contributing to overall efficiency and profitability.

Our Purchasing training is designed to cater to professionals at all levels, from procurement assistants to purchasing managers and procurement directors. Topics covered include strategic sourcing, supplier management, negotiation techniques, cost control strategies, and understanding procurement laws and regulations. These training programs aim to provide practical knowledge and skills that can be applied to real-world procurement scenarios.

Led by experienced procurement professionals, our training offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insights. Participants will learn how to identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate favorable terms, manage supplier performance, and implement cost-saving strategies. The on-demand format allows for flexible learning, enabling participants to revisit complex topics and stay informed about the latest developments in purchasing practices.

By engaging with our comprehensive content, purchasing professionals can enhance their skills, earn continuing education credits, and stay competitive in the dynamic field of procurement. Whether you are looking to advance your career or improve your organization's purchasing practices, our training programs the resources and expertise you need to succeed.

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05 SEP 2023

What Are The Tools To Be Employed For Lean Thinking

By Michael W. Gozzo Purchasing 905 Views

Part Three of a Three-Part SeriesLEAN FLOW COLLABORATION:This article is the third (3rd) article of three (3). The titles are: WHAT IS TRADITIONAL VS. LEAN THINKING IN PROCUREMENT? LEAN FLOW COLLABORATION WHAT ARE THE T [...]

01 AUG 2023

Lean Flow Collaboration

By Michael W. Gozzo Purchasing 814 Views

Part Two of a Three-Part SeriesLEAN FLOW COLLABORATION:This article is the second (2nd) article of three (3). The titles are: WHAT IS TRADITIONAL VS. LEAN THINKING IN PROCUREMENT? LEAN FLOW COLLABORATION WHAT ARE THE TOOLS TO BE EMPLOYED FO [...]

24 JUL 2023

What is Traditional Vs Lean Thinking in Procurement?

By Michael W. Gozzo Purchasing 857 Views

Part One of a Three-Part SeriesIntroductionThis will be the initial article of three (3). The titles are:WHAT IS TRADITIONAL VS. LEAN THINKING IN PROCUREMENT?LEAN FLOW COLLABORATIONWHAT ARE THE TOOLS TO BE EMPLOYED FOR LEAN THINKINGTraditio [...]

22 MAR 2023

Problem Solving - Root Cause Analysis

By Michael W. Gozzo Purchasing 912 Views

INTRODUCTION:This is the third article of three (3). The titles of the three (3) articles are: THE FIVE (5) STEP MODEL; BRAIN STORMING METHODOLOGY; ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS. The third and final article in this series focuses on the ROOT CAUSE AN [...]

16 MAR 2023

The Role of Purchasing in the Accounting Industry: An Overview

By Aurora Training Purchasing 1,949 Views

Buying is a significant part of an organization's daily accounting. Purchasing is about getting the goods and services an organization needs to run well. Buying something is a complicated process that involves a lot of different people and [...]

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Dan Jablons - Retail Smart Guys

Purchasing
Dan Jablons worked in retail while attending the Ohio State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Production.  He has worked with retailers such as Walmart, Target, JC Penney, America [...]
Jim Bergman - Commercial Officers Group

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Jim is an experienced contracts attorney and procurement professional with international management consulting experience in the procurement field in the USA, UK, Europe, China, India, SE Asia, the Middle East, Africa and Aus [...]
Kevin Giblin - Fitch Group

Purchasing
Career Highlights: Ranked #23 in Thinkers360’s Global Top 50 Thought Leaders in Procurement 2017 EPIC Award for Career Excellence, Indirect Purchasing 2012 SDCE Green Supply Chain Award  2011 recipient IACCM “Collabo [...]
Mark Cohen - Mark Cohen J.D.

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Mark Cohen has 40 years of experience as a lawyer. He earned a B.A.in Economics at Whitman College and earned his law degree at the University of Colorado in Boulder. He earned an LL.M. Agricultural and Food Law from the Un [...]