An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Global Sourcing Strategy & Smart International Procurement
Navigating Global Markets with Intelligent Procurement Tactics
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INTRODUCTION
The global business landscape is evolving rapidly, and procurement professionals face increasing complexity as supply chains expand across borders. The Global Sourcing Strategy & Smart International Procurement Course by EuroMaTech equips participants with the skills and insights needed to thrive in this dynamic environment.
Globalization of the supply chain presents both opportunities and challenges—ranging from cost pressures and supplier consolidation to digital transformation, trade agreements, and sustainability expectations. As procurement becomes more strategic, professionals must adopt a multidimensional role—acting as negotiators, analysts, strategists, and innovation enablers who drive long-term value creation.
This Global Sourcing Strategy Training explores how organizations can leverage sourcing intelligence, manage risks in emerging markets, and build smart, data-driven procurement frameworks. Participants will learn to design strategies that reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and ensure resilience across complex international supply networks.
Key highlights include:
- Understanding global procurement dynamics and risk management frameworks
- Developing sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, and sustainability
- Applying cross-enterprise performance metrics for supplier evaluation
- Utilizing data analytics for smarter procurement decisions
- Building collaborative partnerships and innovative outsourcing models
- Identifying and nurturing future procurement leaders
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this EuroMaTech International Procurement Course, participants will be able to:
- Understand and apply modern global sourcing strategies
- Develop effective sourcing and supplier management plans
- Identify total cost components, including hidden costs and risk factors
- Critically analyze and compare various international procurement models
- Manage stakeholder relationships across cross-border projects
- Apply strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performance
- Implement data-driven approaches to enhance procurement outcomes
- Strengthen their organization’s competitiveness through sustainable global sourcing
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This EuroMaTech Global Sourcing Strategy & Smart International Procurement Course is ideal for professionals involved in procurement, contracting, and supply chain management who wish to enhance their understanding of global sourcing frameworks and best practices. It will benefit:
- Procurement and Contracting Officers
- Supply Chain and Sourcing Professionals
- Program and Project Managers
- Category Managers and Vendor Management Specialists
- Purchasing and Logistics Executives
- Professionals Involved in International Tenders, Contracts, and Supplier Evaluation
The course is also valuable for those seeking to develop a strategic perspective on global procurement and align sourcing activities with organizational and financial objectives.
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
The Global Sourcing Strategy & Smart International Procurement Training Course employs a highly interactive and practical learning approach. Participants will engage in:
- Expert-led presentations on current global procurement trends
- Individual and team exercises simulating international sourcing scenarios
- Group discussions and debates on procurement strategy challenges
- Case studies highlighting best practices and lessons learned from global organizations
- Competitive team assignments to reinforce learning and collaboration
This methodology ensures an engaging experience, encouraging participants to apply their new skills directly to real-world procurement challenges.
TRAINING SUMMARY
The EuroMaTech Global Sourcing Strategy & Smart International Procurement Course delivers a comprehensive understanding of global procurement operations and strategic sourcing principles. Participants will gain the tools to manage risk, enhance supplier collaboration, and achieve cost optimization across international markets.
Key areas covered include:
- Designing and implementing global sourcing frameworks
- Managing supplier performance across diverse regions
- Leveraging digital transformation and analytics in procurement
- Addressing the challenges of trade agreements and compliance
- Achieving total cost savings through smart procurement strategies
By the end of this course, participants will be equipped to implement forward-thinking sourcing strategies, align procurement with organizational goals, and drive operational excellence in a globalized business environment.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: Devising a Global Sourcing Strategy
- Global Sourcing Today
- The Case for a Global Sourcing Strategy
- Major Issues to Address in Your Strategy
- Developing the Strategy
- Implementing the Global Sourcing Strategy
- Case Study – CIPS Sourcing Best Practice Methodology
Day 2: Stages of a Global Sourcing Strategy
- Stage 1: Preliminary Research – Investigation and Tendering
- Stage 2: Market and Supplier Evaluation
- Stage 3: Selection of the Supplier (Sourcing Event)
- Stage 4: Implementation
- Stage 5: Performance Monitoring
- Determining the Most Appropriate Supplier Contract
Day 3: What Should Smart Procurement Be?
- Understanding the Complete Procurement Cycle
- The Complete Guide to Achieving 100% Procurement Visibility
- The 10-Step Guide to Smart Procurement
- Cost Management Strategies for Sustainable Procurement
- Smart Procurement – The European Dimension
- Negotiation in Different Countries and Foreign Trade Zones
Day 4: Procurement Risk Management (PRM) and Global Supply Chain Risks
- Understanding of the Definition and Scope of PRM
- Approaches to Managing Global Sourcing Risks
- Developing Techniques for Effective PRM
- Managing Risk in the Global Supply Chain
- Six Specific Risks and How to Mitigate Them
- Supply Contract Types and Associated Risks
Day 5: Effective and Sustainable Global Procurement
- Ethical and Sustainable Procurement
- Essentials of Ethical Trade
- Collaboration – The Way Forward
- Benefits of Sustainable Global Sourcing
- Challenges of Ethical and Sustainable Procurement
- Team Assignment Formal Presentation
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
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