| Join us for The Mastering Procurement Program 3 days: October 15th, October 16th, and October 17th Overview Procurement is a critical driver of value, efficiency, and strategic advantage in today’s business landscape. The Mastering Procurement Program is designed to equip professionals with a comprehensive understanding of procurement’s evolving role, best practices, and innovative approaches. Over three immersive days, participants will gain actionable insights and practical tools to optimize procurement processes, manage supplier relationships, and deliver sustainable value across their organizations. Why Choose This Program? • Comprehensive & Practical: Covers all key aspects of procurement with real-world application. • Flexible Learning: Blends expert facilitation, interactive workshops, and practical exercises. • Expert Trainer: Led by a skilled trainer who has conducted numerous workshops and training programs on international procurement and contract management for clients like the World Bank, the private sector and multiple governments on 4 continents, and who has been a tutor for CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply for the past 10 years. • Measurable Outcomes: Focuses on the tangible application of best practices. Program Details • Audience: Managers moving into procurement; procurement/category leaders; steering committee/board members; project, finance, legal, audit/compliance professionals in public, private, NGO, and government-related environments • Duration: 3 days, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, and 2 individual sessions post-program check-in • Location: Simpson Bay Resort St. Maarten • Date: October 15th, October 16th, and October 17th • Price: $1,950 (excl. turnover tax) Program Modules & Content Chapter 1: Scope & Influence of Procurement Understand value for money, categories of spend, sources of added value, supply chain integration, and stakeholder management. Chapter 2: Key Stages of the Procurement Cycle Master the steps from need identification and sourcing strategy to supplier selection, contract management, and continuous improvement. Chapter 3: Whole Life Asset Management Learn total cost of ownership, hidden costs, and the impact on business functions for smarter asset decisions. Chapter 4: Achieving Excellence in Procurement Explore compliance, risk management, internal controls, strategy, sustainability, and differences across public, private, and NGO sectors. Chapter 5: Future Trends in Procurement Discover digital transformation, analytics, and innovative practices shaping modern procurement. Learning Outcomes By the end of the program, participants will: • Understand the strategic scope and influence of procurement. • Know how to navigate the complete procurement cycle. • Be able to analyze and apply value-for-money principles. • Develop actionable procurement strategies and policies that align with organizational objectives and can drive measurable results. If you are looking to enhance your management skills and develop a strong foundation in strategic procurement, The Mastering Procurement Program is the perfect solution. If you'd like to register or for questions, feel free to contact Shaniqua Wilson at +1 721 5430614, or by e-mail shaniqua.wilson@bdo.sx Team BDO Dutch Caribbean. |
The Mastering Procurement Program
October 15, 2025 - October 17, 2025
Simpson Bay Resort, Marina & SpaBilly Folly Road #37, Sint Maarten