This intensive course is aimed at improving the skills of the Procurement Executives and Managers in organizations.  The course examines the strategic importance/tactics of procurement within departments by using concepts and ideas in order to maximize the procurement department’s effectiveness and thereby reducing costs throughout the supply chain. It is therefore imperative for Procurement to constantly deliver value to the organisation by delivering products and services that contributes to the well-being of the organization. This is an important course for Purchasing professionals who will return to their organization with actual realistic plans on how to make considerable cost savings.