Follow a purchase from the identification of need to delivery and supplier review. You will prepare clear requirements, compare offers and maintain an accountable record of decisions. Attention goes to total cost, ethical conduct, delivery risk and dependable supplier relationships.

Learning outcomes

  • Prepare a purchase specification
  • Compare supplier offers
  • Monitor delivery performance

Main topics

  • Purchase requirements
  • Supplier markets
  • Quotation evaluation
  • Negotiation
  • Contract administration
  • Supplier performance

Practical task

Compile a purchasing file for an agreed organisational requirement.

Assessment

Assessment combines applied exercises, a documented case or practical portfolio and an individual written or oral explanation. Judgement considers technical accuracy, reasoning, evidence quality and the feasibility of recommendations.

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