Purchasing Fundamentals for New Buyers
Every effective buyer needs a solid grasp of the purchasing cycle and the practices that protect the organisation. This course gives newcomers a thorough grounding in the day to day work of procurement. Participants learn requisitioning, supplier selection, ordering, and expediting.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Describing the full purchasing cycle step by step
- 02Converting requirements into clear specifications
- 03Sourcing and selecting suitable suppliers
- 04Raising and managing purchase orders correctly
- 05Expediting deliveries and resolving shortages
- 06Maintaining accurate procurement records and audit trails
- 07Understanding basic terms, conditions, and incoterms
What you will gain
- Describe the full purchasing cycle
- Convert requirements into clear specifications
- Source and select suitable suppliers
- Raise and manage purchase orders
- Expedite deliveries and resolve issues
- Maintain accurate procurement records
Who should attend
- New and junior buyers
- Purchasing assistants
- Staff moving into procurement roles
- Administrators supporting purchasing
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 13 Nov 2026 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 15 to 19 Feb 2027 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 19 to 23 Apr 2027 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 28 Jun to 2 Jul 2027 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 |
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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- R18,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Field
- Procurement & Supply Chain
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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