OUR TRAINING PROGRAMMES
Professional Certificate in Procurement & Supply Chain Management
Programme Overview
This programme is designed for individuals seeking careers in:
- Procurement Administration
Buying & Purchasing
Procurement Analysis
Procurement Specialisation
Supply Chain ManagementTender Administration
Inventory & Stores Management
Strategic Sourcing
The programme combines theory, practical activities, workplace simulations, procurement systems exposure, and South African procurement regulations.
Programme Levels
Level 1: Procurement Fundamentals
Modules
Introduction to Procurement
Procurement vs Purchasing
Supply Chain Fundamentals
Procurement Cycle
Procurement Ethics
Supplier Basics
Inventory Fundamentals
Introduction to ERP Systems
Career Opportunities
Procurement Administrator
Junior Buyer
Procurement Clerk
Supply Chain Assistant
Level 2: Operational Procurement
Modules
Requisition Management
RFQ & Tender Processes
Procurement Documentation
Supplier Database Management
Contract Administration
Procurement Compliance
Public Sector SCM
Logistics Coordination
Career Opportunities
Buyer
Procurement Officer
Tender Administrator
Procurement Coordinator
Level 3: Procurement Analysis & Strategic Sourcing
Modules
Spend Analysis
Procurement Reporting
Supplier Performance Analysis
Strategic Sourcing
Category Management
Procurement Risk Management
Negotiation Skills
Procurement KPI Development
Career Opportunities
Procurement Analyst
Procurement Specialist
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Supply Chain Analyst
Level 4: Advanced Supply Chain & Systems
Modules
Supply Chain Planning
Warehouse Operations
Inventory Optimisation
Fleet & Asset Management
ERP Procurement Systems
Procurement Database Management
Procurement Audit & Controls
Supply Chain Digital Transformation
Career Opportunities
Supply Chain Specialist
Inventory Controller
Procurement Systems Specialist
Supply Chain Coordinator
Practical Learning Approach
Our Training Includes
- Practical procurement exercises
- Tender administration simulations
- Supplier evaluation activities
- ERP system exposure
- Excel procurement analytics
Procurement reporting - Case studies
- Workplace simulations
- Procurement templates
- Portfolio development
Software & Systems Training
Systems Exposure
Learners may receive exposure to:
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Sage Evolution
- ERP Procurement Systems
- Procurement Databases
- Reporting Tools
South African Procurement Content
- PPPFA
- PFMA
- MFMA
- BBBEE
- Treasury Regulations
- Bid Committee Processes
- Public Sector Tender Administration
- Ethical Procurement Practices
Why Choose Osw Group
Key Benefits
- Industry-focused training
- Practical workplace preparation
- South African procurement relevance
- Experienced facilitators
- Flexible learning options
- Corporate training solutions
- Skills-focused curriculum
- Career-oriented learning approach
Training Delivery Options
- Flexible Learning Methods
- Classroom Training
- Online Learning
Weekend Classes - Corporate Workshops
- Hybrid Learning
- Group Training
- Skills Development Workshops
Corporate Training Services
We Also Offer
- Procurement Skills Workshops
- SCM Compliance Training
- Tender Administration Training
- Supplier Management Workshops
- Procurement Systems Training
- Inventory Management Training
- Strategic Sourcing Workshops
- Procurement Analytics Training
Facilitator Guides & Learning Materials
Learning Resources
Our programmes include professionally developed:
- Learner Guides
- Facilitator Guides
- Assessments
- Practical Activities
- Procurement Templates
- Case Studies
- Presentation Slides
Workplace Simulations
Certification
Learners May Receive
- Certificate of Completion
- Statement of Results
- Skills Attendance Certificate
- Portfolio of Evidence
- Competency-Based Assessments
Career Pathways Section
Career Opportunities After Training
Graduates may pursue careers such as:
- Procurement Administrator
- Buyer
- Procurement Officer
- Procurement Analyst
- Procurement Specialist
- Supply Chain Specialist
- Inventory Controller
- Tender Administrator
- Contract Administrator
- Strategic Sourcing Coordinator
Market & Industry Insight
Understanding of industry trends, supplier markets, and economic factors affecting procurement and service delivery.
Detail: Helps businesses make strategic decisions about sourcing, partnerships, and expansion
opportunities.
