Cost and Price Analysis in Procurement
Understanding what sits behind a supplier price is essential to negotiating and defending value. This course teaches how to analyse cost structures, evaluate prices, and calculate the total cost of ownership. Participants use practical tools to challenge quotations and identify savings.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Breaking down supplier cost structures into elements
- 02Distinguishing quoted price from total cost of ownership
- 03Applying should cost modelling to challenge quotations
- 04Using price indices and benchmarks to test fairness
- 05Identifying and quantifying genuine savings opportunities
- 06Presenting cost analysis to support award decisions
- 07Understanding overhead, margin, and learning curve effects
What you will gain
- Break down supplier cost structures
- Distinguish price from total cost of ownership
- Apply cost modelling to quotations
- Use price indices and benchmarks
- Identify and quantify savings opportunities
- Present cost analysis to support decisions
Who should attend
- Buyers and category managers
- Cost analysts
- Commercial and finance staff
- Procurement leaders
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 to 5 Nov 2026 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 17 to 19 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 1 to 3 Dec 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 26 to 28 Jan 2027 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 5 to 7 Apr 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 21 to 23 Jun 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Field
- Procurement & Supply Chain
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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