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Course Level: 

Advanced level course.  Approx: 13 minutes.


Course Description:

Welcome to "Kraljic and Portfolio analyses" by Paul Rogers, the ultimate online course for procurement specialists who want to maximize their sourcing strategies and drive success for their organizations.

Kraljic's Matrix is a powerful tool that helps procurement professionals analyze and categorize their product (suppliers) based on their level of importance and complexity. With this framework, you can identify the best sourcing strategies for each product (supplier) and create a portfolio that maximizes value for your organization.

In this course, you'll learn from Paul Rogers, a free-thinking procurement specialist with years of experience in the industry. Paul will guide you through the Kraljic Matrix and portfolio analyses, teaching you how to:


Learning Objectives:

  • Identify your key suppliers and categorize them based on their level of importance and complexity

  • Develop effective sourcing strategies for each category, including risk management and cost optimization techniques

  • Create a portfolio that balances your organization's needs and priorities, maximizing value while minimizing risk

  • Implement your sourcing strategy and monitor performance to ensure ongoing success


Who Should Enroll:

  • Procurement professionals seeking to enhance their strategic sourcing capabilities.
  • Supply chain managers aiming to optimize their procurement strategies.
  • Business leaders and decision-makers in procurement and supply chain roles.


Why This Course:

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, "Kraljic and Portfolio analyses" by Paul Rogers is the must-have course for anyone looking to succeed in procurement.

Enroll now and start mastering the Kraljic Matrix and portfolio analyses today!

Curriculum

    1. Introducing Learning Objectives.

    1. Repetition: Balance of power and the four quadrants

    2. Introducing the relevant tactics when addressing Non critical and Bottleneck quadrants.

    1. Introducing the relevant tactics when addressing Strategic and Leverage quadrants.

    1. Questions to help you verify the Learning Objectives.

    1. Summery of the course

    2. Links and do not forget to download the Certificate at the end.

    3. Inject → Reflect → Apply → Next Step

About this course

  • Free
  • 8 lessons
  • Advanced level - Tactical buyer rar
  • 13 min
  • Quiz and Certificate

YouTube Collection

Selected to fit the Learn How to Source Learning path

At Learn How to Source (LHTS), we believe in providing high-quality, accessible learning resources for procurement and supply chain professionals. To enhance your learning experience, we have carefully curated a collection of relevant, accurate, and high-quality YouTube videos that align with the buyer’s learning journey.

These videos are sourced directly from YouTube and remain published on their original platforms. LHTS provides a window into these resources, ensuring learners have easy access to valuable insights without altering or republishing the content.

Since all videos are freely available on YouTube, LHTS does not charge any fees for accessing them. However, we enhance the learning experience by integrating quizzes and a completion certificate, allowing you to track your progress and solidify your understanding.

For full transparency, each course includes references to the original video sources, ensuring credit is given to the content creators while offering you a seamless and structured learning experience. Also, you might discover a new learning path, outside the buyer role oriented one LHTS provides. 

Explore our curated video collection and advance your knowledge with confidence!

Meet Paul Rogers, the instructor in this course

Senior Instructor. Paul Rogers

Paul Rogers, an independent procurement and negotiation consultant with over 40 years of experience, offers a unique perspective on procurement, particularly on Kraljic's matrix and portfolio management. His expertise encompasses complex procurement projects and the development of innovative tools and solutions. Rogers is not only a thought leader in procurement but also a co-author of a book exploring negotiation from multiple angles. His approach combines practical insights with strategic thinking, making his course on Kraljic's matrix an essential resource for procurement professionals seeking to enhance their skills in portfolio management. For more insights and information about his work, visit Paul Rogers' website at: paulrogers.pro

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About Learn How to Source

Learn How to Source is an online platform based in Sweden, offering a range of procurement courses accessible globally. It serves as a community where procurement experts share their knowledge through online courses, designed for various experience levels from introductory to expert. Courses are concise, about 30 minutes each, and cover different aspects of procurement, tailored for different buyer roles. The courses focus on practical knowledge, presented by seasoned professionals, and include quizzes and certificates. They can be accessed from any device, emphasizing microlearning for flexibility and efficiency.