Course presentation

Course Level: 

Basic level course.  Approx: 25 minutes.


Course Description:

This Basic course will support you differentiate the approach to your suppliers and help define the most suitable relationship. By optimizing supplier management you also optimize supplier contribution.


Learning Objectives:

  • Differentiating Supplier Relationships: Understand the importance of distinguishing between different types of suppliers and how this impacts your supplier strategy.

  • Optimizing Supplier Contribution: Explore methods to enhance the value and contribution of your suppliers through effective relationship management.


Who Should Enroll:

  • Procurement professionals seeking to improve their supplier management skills.

  • Supply chain managers looking to optimize supplier performance and contribution.

  • Anyone involved in procurement who wants to better understand how to manage diverse supplier relationships.


Why This Course:

Understanding and optimizing your supplier relationships are crucial for procurement success. This course provides the foundation you need to enhance supplier performance and make a significant impact on your organization's procurement function.

Curriculum

    1. Download the Slides shown in the course

    2. What is supplier management and how to create a supplier management program.

    1. 3 levels of engagement.

    1. Questions to help you verify that you meet the Learning Objectives.

    1. What have we learned.

    2. Reflection after the course

About this course

  • €20,00
  • 8 lessons
  • Basic level course - Tactical buyer role
  • 25 min
  • Quiz and Certificate

You will meet Fredrik Axelsson in this course

Senior instructor. Fredrik Axelsson

Meet Fredrik, a seasoned procurement professional from Gothenburg, Sweden, with a Master's in Economics from Gothenburg University and an Executive MBA from Stockholm Business School. With roles at LM Ericsson, Solectron Sweden AB, Axelson Purchasing Resources AB, Saab AB, and Alstom/GE, Fredrik has amassed expertise in sourcing and procurement. In 2017, he launched Sourcing Partner, a procurement consultancy firm how also own and manage Learn How to Source. Fredrik's diverse experience spans from Operative Buyer to Sourcing Director and roles like Commodity Manager and Business Development, in line organizations and projects, including industries like banking and manufacturing. Fredrik's story is one of continuous growth, learning, and adaptation, making him a well-rounded professional with a wealth of knowledge to offer.

Supplier Development by EFFSO

Next recommended step

The course will give you an introduction to the concept of supplier development and how to build a supplier development program.

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.