Procurement Trainer

Procurement Trainer & Strategic Sourcing Expert

• We seek an experienced and knowledgeable Procurement Specialist with expertise in strategic sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, cost reduction, supply planning, and ERP systems.

The ideal candidate will design, develop, and deliver training programs to procurement teams, ensuring best practices, compliance, and continuous improvement in procurement operations.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct engaging training sessions on procurement processes, strategic sourcing, vendor management, and ERP systems.
• Provide hands-on training in contract negotiation strategies, supplier risk assessment, and cost optimization techniques.
• Design and update training materials, case studies, and practical simulations tailored to the medical devices, automotive, and electrical industries.
• Develop e-learning modules for procurement processes, supplier scorecards, and sourcing workflows.
• Collaborate with procurement leaders, supply chain managers, and quality teams to align training with organizational goals.
• Train teams on regulatory compliance, sustainability, and ethical sourcing practices.

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Strategic Sourcing & Category Management – experience in identifying, evaluating, and developing suppliers.
• Vendor Management & Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) – including supplier evaluation, performance monitoring, and development programs.
• Contract Negotiation & Risk Management – strong knowledge of commercial terms, SLAs, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Cost Reduction & Value Engineering – proven track record in cost-saving initiatives and process optimization.
• Supply Planning & Inventory Management – ability to integrate procurement planning with production demand.
• ERP Systems Expertise – SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar procurement modules.
• Cross-Industry Knowledge – exposure to procurement processes in medical devices, automotive, electrical, and other manufacturing sectors.