Purchasing and Materials Supply

Public and private sector organisations have been experiencing substantial financial losses emanating from mismanagement of purchasing and stores. Purchasing and supply is now recognized as a value adding activity that can make considerable contribution to the bottom line. Organizations in the public and the private sectors are increasingly turning to professional supply chain measures and procedures to reduce costs and utilise internal resources efficiently. Consequently, it is important that purchasing and supply personnel are made aware of the measures designed to promote purchasing and materials management as a critical function in organisations. The course provides knowledge and practical skills in purchasing and materials management functions in a public or private sector organisational setting. It is also intended to upgrade the skills and competencies of personnel charged with responsibilities for purchasing and materials management.