At Learn How to Source (LHTS), we’re here to support and empower professional buyers by helping them validate their expertise and uncover any areas for growth. Our vision is to build strong, highly skilled buyer teams that drive efficient and competitive supply chains. Join us and take the next step in elevating your procurement skills. Let’s work together to transform your capabilities and achieve excellence in supply chain management!
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After logging in and registering (or purchasing) the course, you can easily find it in your Dashboard, located in the top menu.
The self-assessment includes a brief video introducing you to the buyer role, followed by 5 quizzes—each with 4 multiple-choice questions. Every quiz focuses on a specific knowledge area within the role.
If you find some questions challenging, don’t worry! This indicates there may be knowledge gaps, and we’ve got you covered. You’ll find helpful course recommendations at the end of each section, or alongside the questions, to guide you in improving your understanding.
Once you complete all 5 quizzes with 100% correct answers, you’ll be able to download your Certificate from Learn How to Source.
Good luck, and enjoy the journey!
A self-evaluation against a procurement role is a great way to identify any knowledge gaps and discover how to close them. With Learn How to Source's self-assessment, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect on your skills at your own pace, whenever it suits you. The entire process takes just 15-20 minutes and can be completed online, making it incredibly convenient. Best of all, it’s completely free!
Throughout the assessment, you’ll receive helpful guidance on areas where you might need improvement, along with recommended actions such as relevant courses or books. And once you achieve 100% correct answers, you’ll be rewarded with a certificate to showcase your success.
Processes building the basic knowledge of a tactical buyer role
At Learn How to Source, the tactical buyer role (introduction and basic level) is built around several key processes essential for effective procurement. These include conducting spend analyses and market analyses, managing the sourcing process (which covers basic international sales law), and fostering supplier development.
Additionally, tactical buyers must focus on knowing their suppliers, performing supplier audits, and ensuring product qualification.
These processes are typically found in a mature procurement department, and a tactical buyer should understand not only their purpose but also how to apply each process effectively, depending on the category in question.
Instructions
What is Tactical procurement.
Chapter 1: Definition of Tactical procurement and supporting key processes.
Summary of recommendations from Chapter 1
Chapter 2: The Sourcing process
Summary of recommendation from Chapter 2
Chapter 3: Market analyses and Know your suppliers
Summary of the recommendation from Chapter 3
Chapter 4: Contracts
Summary of the recommendation from Chapter 4
Chapter 5: Supplier audit and Supplier development.
Summery of the recommendations from Chapter 5
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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.
