VECTRA International

Optimizing Purchasing Practices - Introduction

This course provides practical insights into Optimizing Purchasing Practices to enhance cost efficiency, supplier collaboration, and operational performance. Learn ho...
75 min Beginner Certificate included Updated Jan 2026
CSDDD OECD UNGP CSRD

What you'll learn

  • Build a due diligence workflow that stands up to internal audit and external scrutiny.
  • Identify and prioritize supplier and site risks using practical criteria and evidence.
  • Define controls, remediation steps, and documentation needed for reporting.
  • Translate findings into action plans for procurement and operations teams.

Skills you'll gain

Risk identification Control design Supplier engagement Case documentation Remediation planning

Course content

Module 1: Due diligence foundations

Purpose, scope, and an enterprise-ready workflow. Includes a checklist template.

Module 2: Risk identification and evidence

Practical criteria, evidence quality, and prioritization across suppliers and sites.

Module 3: Controls, remediation, and reporting

Controls library, remediation planning, and documentation for reporting.

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