The Diversification Strategies in Procurement & Supplier Networks in Barcelona is a professional training course designed to strengthen supply chain agility and risk management.
From:
26-01-2026
Course Overview
Global supply chains face increasing risks, from geopolitical tensions and trade restrictions to natural disasters and market volatility. Overdependence on limited suppliers or regions exposes organizations to severe vulnerabilities. Diversification in procurement and supplier networks has become a critical strategy for reducing risks, strengthening resilience, and ensuring business continuity.
This Diversification Strategies in Procurement & Supplier Networks Training Course provides participants with tools to evaluate supply risks, design diversification frameworks, and manage multiple suppliers effectively. Through case studies, simulations, and practical workshops, participants will learn how to balance cost efficiency with resilience, ensuring procurement delivers both value and security.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to design and implement diversification strategies that optimize sourcing decisions, enhance flexibility, and safeguard supply continuity.
Course Benefits
Reduce risks through supplier diversification.
Strengthen resilience of procurement operations.
Optimize sourcing decisions across global networks.
Enhance flexibility in responding to disruptions.
Balance efficiency, cost, and resilience objectives.
Course Objectives
Define diversification strategies in procurement and supplier networks.
Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
Apply tools for supplier segmentation and selection.
Develop regional and multi-supplier sourcing models.
Manage supplier relationships in diversified networks.
Integrate resilience into procurement strategy.
Build frameworks for sustainable diversification.
Training Methodology
The course uses expert-led lectures, procurement simulations, supplier diversification case studies, and group strategy workshops. Participants will develop practical frameworks to apply in their organizations.
Target Audience
Procurement and sourcing professionals.
Supplier relationship managers.
Supply chain and risk management officers.
Executives responsible for procurement strategy.
Target Competencies
Supplier diversification strategy.
Risk and resilience management.
Multi-supplier relationship management.
Strategic sourcing and optimization.
Course Outline
Unit 1: The Case for Diversification in Procurement
Risks of overdependence on single suppliers.
Global disruptions and lessons learned.
Balancing efficiency with resilience.
Case studies of supply chain failures and successes.
Unit 2: Assessing Risks in Supplier Networks
Tools for risk identification and assessment.
Mapping vulnerabilities in supplier networks.
Financial, geopolitical, and operational risks.
Practical exercise: supplier risk heat map.
Unit 3: Designing Diversification Frameworks
Principles of supplier diversification.
Regional sourcing strategies.
Dual and multi-supplier models.
Trade-offs between cost, quality, and resilience.
Unit 4: Supplier Segmentation and Selection
Criteria for supplier selection in diversification.
Supplier capability and performance evaluation.
Balancing global vs. local supplier mix.
Workshop: supplier portfolio design.
Unit 5: Implementing Diversification Strategies
Steps for rolling out diversification initiatives.
Integrating diversification into procurement policies.
Technology tools for supplier management.
Change management in procurement operations.
Unit 6: Managing Multi-Supplier Relationships
Building collaborative partnerships across suppliers.
Ensuring performance consistency in diverse networks.
Conflict resolution in multi-supplier environments.
Case study: managing regional supplier ecosystems.
Unit 7: Sustaining Diversification and Resilience
Monitoring and reviewing supplier diversification performance.
Embedding resilience into long-term procurement strategy.
Continuous improvement and future-proofing networks.
Personal action plan for diversification leadership.
Ready to build resilient and future-ready supply chains?
Join the Diversification Strategies in Procurement & Supplier Networks Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and strengthen your organization’s procurement resilience.
The Diversification Strategies in Procurement & Supplier Networks Training Courses in Barcelona equip professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to build resilient, agile, and strategically diversified supply chains. Designed for procurement managers, sourcing specialists, supply chain executives, and risk management professionals, these programs focus on developing supplier diversification strategies that reduce dependency, mitigate risks, and enhance organizational performance.
Participants explore the principles of procurement diversification, examining how multi-sourcing, supplier segmentation, and strategic partnerships can improve supply chain resilience and operational efficiency. The courses emphasize practical approaches for identifying alternative suppliers, managing supplier performance, and integrating diversification strategies into procurement planning. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and scenario-based exercises, attendees gain hands-on experience in designing diversified supplier networks that ensure continuity, flexibility, and competitive advantage.
These training programs in Barcelona combine theoretical frameworks with applied practice, covering topics such as supplier risk assessment, strategic sourcing, global supplier management, cost optimization, and business continuity planning. Participants learn to align diversification initiatives with organizational objectives, ensuring that supplier networks support operational efficiency, mitigate disruptions, and drive sustainable value. The curriculum highlights how effective diversification strengthens negotiation leverage, fosters innovation, and improves supply chain adaptability in dynamic market conditions.
Attending these courses in Barcelona provides professionals with the opportunity to engage with international experts and peers from diverse industries, gaining exposure to global best practices in supplier diversification and procurement strategy. The city’s innovative and multicultural business environment offers an ideal setting for exploring emerging trends and sharing practical insights. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to develop and implement effective diversification strategies—enhancing supplier network resilience, optimizing procurement operations, and ensuring long-term business continuity and competitiveness in today’s complex global marketplace.