Should you attend the course...?

...and what would you learn.

You may be a seasoned Procurement professional, or a developing Buyer faced with the new challenge of engaging the services of a contractor. You may have worked with a contractor previously but on entirely different projects and feel an input of fresh ideas may ground you and give you a structured process to work with.

 If you feel that the process you may have used before could be improved to make your next engagement even better than a small investment could pay back dividends.

How would you like to fast track the understanding of the process used by an experienced Procurement professional that has engaged the services of a wide range of contractors including Electrical, Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Building, Catering, Cleaning, Asbestos removal and many more?

Seeing and hearing alternative methods, processes and considerations may be extremely useful and help to avoid potential oversights or give you alternative ideas to deliver your next exciting achievement and impress your management team and colleagues.

Even though you may be skilled at the procurement of direct materials, the selection, appointment and control of specialist contractors to undertake a scope of works at your company can be overwhelming. 

How can you be sure that you select a reputable and reliable company that meets the needs of your company to deliver a scope of works on time, to a high standard and too budget?

How do you ensure Health, Safety and Environmental considerations are taken into account to safeguard both the contractor and your fellow colleagues whilst works are undertaken?

What considerations should you prepare and plan for?

By applying the actual process and methodology discussed you will be able to move forward with confidence and at pace to deliver high quality services to your business from competent and qualified contractors in an organised and controlled manner.

Don’t waste valuable time starting from scratch, start using the experience of another to accelerate your progress and achieve success.

Some knowledge areas you should be familiar with, in order to fully grasp the knowledge provided during the course:

Knowledge areas:

Curriculum

    1. Learning Targets

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    2. Before attending Dave's course

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    3. Introduction Dave Barr

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    4. Download course material

    5. The plan

    1. Step 1: Locating Potential

    2. Step 2: Desk top review

    3. Step 3: Deeper investigation

    4. Step 4: Face to face meeting

    1. Step 5: Scope of works & Quotations

    2. Step 6: Quotation review & Contract drafting

    3. Step 7: Negotiation & Contract award

    4. Step 8: Post-Award review

    5. Step 9: Monitoring and feedback

    1. Dave's Quiz: Answer these 2 questions to verify your knowledge.

    1. Summary of the course - what we have learned.

    2. Recommended subject relevant podcast episodes.

About this course

  • €40,00
  • 17 lessons
  • Advanced level - Tactical buyer role
  • 60 min
  • Quiz and Certificate

Instructor Dave Barr

Real Life Buyer Dave Barr

Hello! I'm Dave Barr, also known as The Real Life Buyer. With over two decades of experience in purchasing, my career journey has been diverse and fulfilling. It all started when I was 16, commuting 20 miles to my technical apprenticeship on a 50cc bike, rain or shine. By 20, I was delving into Quality Engineering for industrial diesel engines, a field I deeply enjoyed. My commitment to quality led me to system and process improvements, and I played a key role in achieving BS5750 accreditation for my company. My passion for windsurfing took me to a seaside role as a Quality Manager, where I also began to dabble in purchasing. This interest blossomed into a career pivot, and I soon found myself as a Purchasing Manager. My dedication and hard work paid off, earning me a role as Commodity Manager, dealing with global manufacturing. A stint in procurement management with a major war gaming manufacturer followed, expanding my horizons in global supply chains and manufacturing. After a fulfilling five years there, I moved to a large business focusing on UK infrastructure, where I delved into a wider range of procurement activities, including facilities management. Family ties and the birth of my son eventually drew me back to the coast, where I rejoined a previous employer, bringing with me a wealth of experience. Ten more years have flown by, and my enthusiasm for procurement and facilities management continues unabated.

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About Learn How to Source

Learn How to Source is an online platform based in Sweden, offering a range of procurement courses accessible globally. It serves as a community where procurement experts share their knowledge through online courses, designed for various experience levels from introductory to expert. Courses are concise, about 30 minutes each, and cover different aspects of procurement, tailored for different buyer roles. The courses focus on practical knowledge, presented by seasoned professionals, and include quizzes and certificates. They can be accessed from any device, emphasizing microlearning for flexibility and efficiency.