SNS-101 The Importance of Constructive Negotiation Skills for Procurement Personnel
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In the dynamic realm of procurement, the ability to negotiate effectively is a crucial skill that can significantly impact the success of an organization. Constructive negotiation skills for procurement personnel are essential in fostering mutually beneficial agreements, optimizing costs, and building strong, sustainable relationships with suppliers. This article delves into the significance of these skills and how they empower procurement professionals in their roles.
Constructive negotiation skills refer to the ability to engage in negotiations with a positive and collaborative mindset, seeking outcomes that create value for both the buyer and the supplier. Unlike adversarial approaches, which can strain relationships and hinder long-term collaboration, constructive negotiation focuses on building partnerships that endure beyond individual transactions. Procurement personnel equipped with these skills are adept at fostering a cooperative atmosphere, leading to more favorable agreements and increased supplier satisfaction.
This course structure ensures a balanced coverage of fundamental negotiation skills, advanced techniques, ethical considerations, and practical applications. The interactive sessions, real-world examples, and open discussions provide a comprehensive learning experience for procurement personnel looking to enhance their negotiation skills.
This training will provide you:
The strategies and techniques that can help you become a professional of persuasion in procurement negotiations.
To enhance your negotiation skills, consider leveraging data and analytics tools to gain insights into market dynamics and benchmarking information, ensuring that you are well-prepared for negotiations.
To Communicate openly and honestly with your suppliers fosters trust and transparency.
Listening actively to suppliers' concerns and needs demonstrates your willingness to find mutually beneficial solutions.
Building long-term relationships with suppliers can lead to more favorable terms and conditions in future negotiations, and to create an environment conducive to persuasive negotiation.
Day 1:
Module 1: Understanding the Basics of Negotiation
Module 2: Information Exchange and Problem-Solving
Module 3: Advanced Negotiation Techniques
Module 4: Ensuring Success in Negotiation
Day 2:
Module 5: Maximizing Procurement Savings
Module 6: Communication in Negotiations
Module 7: Ethical Dimensions in Negotiations
Module 8: Practical Application and Open Discussion
Procurement Professionals, Supply Chain Managers, Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Contract Managers, Logistics and Operations Managers,
The program is adaptable to the needs of participants at various career stages and is beneficial for those working in diverse industries. Whether participants are seeking to build a strong foundation in negotiation or refine their existing skills, the course provides a comprehensive and practical approach to mastering constructive negotiation techniques specifically tailored to the context of procurement.
This is a 2-days programme. This course runs from 9:00am – 5:00pm with an hour for lunch and periodic short breaks.
This is an intensive session designed to include as much discussion as possible. Lunch and breaks provide an opportunity for further questioning and discussion with the instructors.
We are HRD Corp (Human Resource Development Corporation) Registered Training Provider. All of our training modules are claimable under HRD Corp.