Seminar content

What you will learn

Course Introduction

No organisation can succeed without good procurement.

To achieve the best value for money, it is crucial to appoint top-tier suppliers and ensure that contracts are well-structured. Employing the right processes for supplier selection will help control costs, enhance quality, and boost organizational efficiency.

Suppliers aim to maximize their returns, so establishing a productive relationship is key for both short-term gains and long-term success.

Mastery of tendering, procurement, and negotiation is essential for organizational success, demanding thorough planning and preparation rather than relying on chance and optimism.

This Tendering, Procurement & Negotiation Skills training course explores the process of identifying, selecting and negotiating with the suppliers that will help your organisation.

Training Objectives

By attending this training course, delegates will be able to:

  • Select the Right Procurement Strategy
  • Develop Competitive Bidding Processes
  • Evaluate Tenders
  • Negotiate with Suppliers
  • Run and Administer Tender Processes

Who should Attend?

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals, but will greatly benefit:

  • Contracts, Purchasing, and Project Personnel
  • Procurement Personnel Who are Responsible for Negotiations
  • Other Managers Involved in the Planning, Evaluation, Preparation and Management of Tenders and Specifications that Cover the Acquisition of Materials, Equipment, and Services


Benefits

Why attend this seminar

  • Build current, practical knowledge in procurement and supply chain management.
  • Translate the course ideas into actions you can use immediately at work.
  • Review real schedule options across 10 venues and live dates.
  • Connect course detail, venue, and category routes in one workflow.

Methodology

How the course is delivered

  • Structured seminar input and guided discussion.
  • Applied examples using current business situations.
  • Focused explanations based on the stored overview and outline.
  • Clear next steps for implementation after the course.

Target audience

Who this is for

  • Professionals responsible for procurement and supply chain management.
  • Managers, specialists, and team leads who need applied skills.
  • Participants looking for a focused route into Tendering, Procurement & Negotiation Skills.

Seminar details

Detailed outline

Day One: How Tendering and Procurement Aligns with the Organisation Strategy

  • Influence of the external environment
  • Adapting to new business models in the light of the recent pandemic
  • Critical supply strategies
  • Transforming the Supplier relationship
  • The Procurement cycle

Day Two: The Tendering Process

  • Elements of a good procurement process
  • Selecting the right contracting strategy
  • Stages in the tendering process
  • Developing tender evaluation criteria
  • Negotiating with short-listed suppliers
  • Is a good price the only factor in the process?

Day Three: Advanced Procurement Skills

  • Transforming the supplier relationship
  • Defining the organization’s mission in supplier relationships
  • Understanding how to be a good customer
  • Differentiating between SRM and collaboration
  • Is the optimisation of the supply base the only way of working?

Day Four: The Negotiation Process

  • Communication techniques
  • Avoiding confrontational negotiations
  • New techniques in influencing
  • Understanding the other negotiator’s power
  • Negotiating pressure points and countermeasures

Day Five: Implementing Improvements in the Organisation

  • Attract and retain procurement management talent
  • Producing a realistic personal action plan for improvement
  • Business continuity and contingency planning for procurement
  • What is Activity-Based Costing
  • Ways that procurement can improve finances
  • Putting an action plan together


Dates and locations

Available seminar dates

9 dates
Date City Duration Price
13 - 17 Apr 2026 London - U.K 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
18 - 22 May 2026 Munich - Germany 5 Days €3,450.- Book now
22 - 26 June 2026 Paris - France 5 Days €4,500.- Book now
13 - 17 July 2026 Rome - Italy 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
17 - 21 August 2026 Kuala lumpur - Malaysia 5 Days €2,250.- Book now
21 - 25 September 2026 Rome - Italy 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
19 - 23 October 2026 Munich - Germany 5 Days €3,450.- Book now
2 - 6 November 2026 Amsterdam - Netherlands 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
21 - 25 December 2026 London - U.K 5 Days €4,200.- Book now

Course certificate

Certificate awarded on completion

Every participant who completes this seminar receives a professional course certificate from INFORAMTECH.

  • Participants receive an INFORAMTECH certificate for completing Tendering, Procurement & Negotiation Skills.
  • The certificate recognises attendance and successful participation in the seminar.
  • It can support professional development records within procurement and supply chain management and related functions.
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Frequently asked questions

When is my seat confirmed?

Your seat is confirmed once full payment has been received.

Do you offer group discounts?

Yes, we offer the following discounts for group bookings:

  • 2 participants: 20% discount
  • 3 participants: 35% discount
  • 5 or more participants: 50% discount
Can discounts be combined with other offers?

No, discounts cannot be combined unless explicitly stated.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept bank transfers, credit/debit cards, and selected online payment methods.

When do I need to pay?

Full payment must be completed before the course start date to secure your participation.

Is VAT included in the course fee?

VAT treatment depends on your location and status:

  • EU Companies (with valid VAT number): VAT may be reverse charged (0%)
  • EU Individuals (without VAT number): VAT is applicable based on local regulations
  • Non-EU Participants: VAT is generally not applicable (0%)
Can I get a VAT invoice?

Yes, all participants receive an official invoice. EU companies must provide a valid VAT number.

Can I cancel my registration?

Yes, cancellations must be submitted in writing.

What is your refund policy?
  • More than 14 days before the course: Full refund
  • 7-14 days before the course: 50% refund
  • Less than 7 days before the course: No refund
Can I transfer my seat to another person?

Yes, substitutions are allowed at no extra cost if requested before the course start date.

What happens if the course is postponed or canceled?

We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel a course due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, you may:

  • Transfer to another date
  • Receive full refund
Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants will receive a certificate of completion after attending the course.

Is attendance mandatory?

Yes, full attendance is required to receive certification.

Are your courses online or in-person?

We offer both in-person and virtual (live online) training options.

Will course materials be provided?

Yes, all participants receive training materials in digital format.

Are travel and accommodation included?

No, participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation unless otherwise stated.

Can you deliver customized or in-house training?

Yes, we offer tailored training programs based on your organization's needs.

How can I contact you for support?

You can reach us via email info@inforamtech.uk or through our contact form. Our team will respond promptly.

Testimonials

The structure of Tendering, Procurement & Negotiation Skills made the topic practical and easy to apply immediately.

Course participant
Procurement and Supply Chain Management

The venue and date options made planning the right session straightforward.

Seminar attendee
London - U.K

Clear content, relevant examples, and useful follow-up topics for the next training step.

Learning manager
Professional development

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