Course Overview
In today’s global supply environment, organizations rely heavily on suppliers not only for cost efficiency but also for innovation, sustainability, and resilience. Effective Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Strategic Sourcing are essential to align supplier capabilities with organizational goals.
This Supplier Relationship Management & Strategic Sourcing Training Course helps participants develop advanced sourcing strategies and build collaborative supplier partnerships. Attendees will learn how to evaluate suppliers, negotiate effectively, implement SRM frameworks, and apply strategic sourcing models that maximize value while managing risks.
Through case studies, simulations, and interactive exercises, participants will practice developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier performance, and fostering win-win supplier relationships.
Course Benefits
Improve supplier collaboration and trust.
Implement sourcing strategies that balance cost, risk, and value.
Enhance supplier performance monitoring and governance.
Strengthen procurement’s role in organizational competitiveness.
Drive innovation and sustainability through supplier partnerships.
Course Objectives
Understand the principles of SRM and strategic sourcing.
Develop supplier selection and evaluation frameworks.
Apply sourcing models to optimize procurement strategies.
Conduct negotiations that support long-term supplier success.
Align supplier relationships with business goals and risks.
Build SRM frameworks for continuous improvement.
Foster supplier-driven innovation and ESG alignment.
Training Methodology
The course uses a mix of lectures, case studies, negotiation role-plays, and group workshops. Participants will apply supplier evaluation tools, sourcing models, and SRM frameworks in practical exercises.
Target Audience
Procurement and sourcing professionals.
Supplier relationship and vendor management officers.
Supply chain and operations managers.
Executives responsible for strategic procurement.
Target Competencies
Supplier relationship management.
Strategic sourcing and negotiation.
Supplier performance evaluation.
Procurement strategy and innovation.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to SRM and Strategic Sourcing
Role of SRM and sourcing in procurement strategy.
Benefits of supplier collaboration.
Differences between tactical and strategic sourcing.
Case examples of SRM success.
Unit 2: Supplier Selection and Evaluation
Developing supplier evaluation criteria.
Balancing cost, quality, risk, and innovation.
Supplier onboarding and qualification processes.
Workshop: supplier scorecard development.
Unit 3: Strategic Sourcing Models
Category management approaches.
Total cost of ownership and value analysis.
Global sourcing strategies.
Case study: sourcing transformation project.
Unit 4: Negotiation and Contracting with Suppliers
Principles of collaborative negotiation.
Win-win strategies for long-term partnerships.
Key contract structures in strategic sourcing.
Role-play: supplier negotiation exercise.
Unit 5: Implementing SRM Frameworks
Building SRM governance models.
Supplier segmentation and management approaches.
Monitoring and improving supplier performance.
Practical exercise: SRM framework design.
Unit 6: Driving Innovation and Sustainability with Suppliers
Supplier-led innovation initiatives.
ESG and sustainability in supplier partnerships.
Collaboration for risk and resilience management.
Case study: supplier-driven innovation success.
Unit 7: Future of Supplier Relationships and Sourcing
Digital tools for SRM and sourcing.
AI and analytics in supplier collaboration.
Global trends in supplier relationships.
Roadmap for future-ready sourcing strategies.
Ready to strengthen supplier partnerships and sourcing strategies?
Join the Supplier Relationship Management & Strategic Sourcing Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and unlock long-term value in procurement.
The Supplier Relationship Management & Strategic Sourcing Training Courses in Dubai provide professionals with a comprehensive framework for developing strong supplier partnerships and implementing sourcing strategies that enhance organizational value. Designed for procurement specialists, supply chain managers, category leaders, and contract administrators, these programs focus on building collaborative supplier relationships while optimizing sourcing decisions in competitive and dynamic markets.
Participants explore the core principles of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), including segmentation of suppliers, engagement strategies, performance monitoring, and value creation through long-term collaboration. The courses highlight how effective relationship management contributes to reduced risk, improved innovation, cost efficiency, and enhanced supply chain resilience. Through practical exercises and case studies, attendees learn to establish communication frameworks, conduct strategic reviews, and implement joint improvement initiatives with key suppliers.
These strategic sourcing training programs in Dubai also provide an in-depth understanding of sourcing strategy development, including spend analysis, category management, supplier evaluation, negotiation planning, and contract alignment. Participants gain experience applying analytical tools and market insights to structure sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and supply continuity. The curriculum also emphasizes the role of digital transformation—including e-sourcing platforms, data analytics, and automation—in improving sourcing visibility and supporting informed decision-making.
Attending these training courses in Dubai offers professionals a valuable opportunity to engage with industry experts within one of the world’s most dynamic procurement and logistics hubs. The international business environment in Dubai fosters rich discussions on global sourcing trends, supplier collaboration models, and emerging supply chain innovations. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to build strong supplier relationships, implement strategic sourcing practices, and enhance organizational competitiveness—ensuring sustainable value and supply chain excellence in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.