Rotterdam School of Business and Public Policy

Faculty of Business, Communication and Finance

Vendor & Supplier Management

26th October – 30th May 2025 – Rotterdam

The courses explores the in-source and outsource key functions of organizations, especially on the ultimate success based on the quality of services provided as well as on the ability to continually improve vendor performance.

Course Objectives

At the end of the course, participants should be able to:

  • Establish a an understanding of the Procurement Life Cycle
  • Identify procurement project requirements
  • Explore types of commercial relationships
  • Understand the basics of a contract
  • Manage on-going contracts
  • Evaluate, select and monitor suppliers
  • Negotiate with vendors

Target Participants

Designed for PMO Managers, Programme Managers, Project Managers, Managers and Team Leaders involved in selecting or managing vendors

 

Outline

  • Introduction to Procurement
  • Supplier Relationship Models
  • The Procurement Management Life Cycle
  • Risk Management for Vendor/Supplier Relationships
  • Developing a Contract Management Plan
  • Conduct Procurements
  • Principles of Tender Evaluation
  • Administer Procurements
  • Designing a Relationship Management Plan
  • Close Procurements
  • Assessing Success

 

 

 

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