In-House Training Courses

The following are some of the titles available for in-house delivery. We will always endeavour to tailor in-house programmes the more closely to fit your exact needs. If you have a requirement for training in subjects not included below please contact us - we may be able to provide what you require.

BASIC PURCHASING SKILLS. A commercial awareness and introduction to all aspects of purchasing - for C&P and inter-facing staff.

COST ANALYSIS WORKSHOP. This workshop will be run via an interactive case study which will bring out all aspects of internal and supplier costings/pricings including claims, variations, 'tricks-of-the-trade' and how these are used, including the pressures of tendering and e-auctioning.

ENSURING CONTRACTOR H.S.E. PERFORMANCE. (This is not an 'HSE course' - it is about ensuring that contractors implement appropriate HSE policies & practices)."It is a requirement under the Contract that the Contractor carries out the Work safely, in a manner so as to eliminate hazards and to prevent the risk of death or injury to personnel and the environment". This course looks at, and investigates ways of ensuring this performance during the contract cycle.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN. Designed for SD champions and staff involved in implementing SD into the Supply Chain. SD examples create the understanding of what's involved and we explore the 6 stage-process and develop this into the 'Building Blocks' for success and 'back-at-work' action plans.

SUPPLIER WORKSHOPS. To help (local) suppliers understand what is needed for them to participate in a client's Local Supplier Development &/or Sustainable Development (ie Social, Economic & Environment) programme. It focuses on improving and monitoring performance and developing them to increasingly be an integral part of the Supply Chain.

INTRODUCTION TO THE SUPPLY BUSINESS. An overview of procurement, storage, transport, inventory management and other aspects of the supply business.

DEVELOPING AND IMPROVING CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPS. Develop a real understanding of the needs of both internal and external customers and how to promote effective client relationships and communications.

ADVANCED NEGOTIATION SKILLS (3 DAYS). Skilled negotiators know how to create movement to a point where agreement is reached between parties.

SUPPLY CHAIN CONCEPTS. Working with both suppliers and customers to develop a supply chain architecture that maximises value and rewards the contribution of all members on a win-win basis.

KEY COMMERCIAL CONCEPTS - ECONOMICS, FINANCE AND TRADE. Develop an understanding of the commercial world in which you are operating and equip yourself to make more effective procurement decisions.

MANAGING THE INTEGRATED SUPPLY CHAIN. Developing effective and efficient management of supply chains to gain competitive advantage and an increasing market share for the organisation.

Other Materials Management Courses:

• CHEMICAL HANDLING
• GOODS INWARD INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION OF STEEL PRODUCTS.
• HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT.
• MATERIALS FAMILIARISATION AND RECOGNITION - E&P OR MF
• PRESERVATION OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT IN STORES
• STANDARDISATION AND VARIETY CONTROL
• TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING OF DANGEROUS GOODS
• WAREHOUSE AND YARD OPERATIONS FOR SUPERVISORS

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT - PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICE. Competence based performance management at the individual level translates into improved organisational effectiveness.

SKILLS FOR SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT. This programme provides participants with the competencies that will enable them to make the transition from team member to team leader

THE MANAGEMENT OF CHANGE - a practical approach to the effective introduction of new practices and relationships.

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT - THEORY AND PRACTICE - Management is a discipline in its own right. Give your managers essential skills to complement their technical and commercial qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT - The management of knowledge and learning at organisational and individual levels.

COMPLETE RECRUITMENT, SELECTION & INTERVIEWING SKILLS - Recruit and retain the right person every time - then train them and keep them happy and fulfilled!

RISK MANAGEMENT - Identify and manage risk so as to protect the organisation from uncertainty and take advantage of opportunity.

ENGLISH FOR OCCUPATIONAL PURPOSES in-house on your premises, anywhere in the World. Business, Commercial, Engineering, Tourism, Oil and Gas; whatever the specialist need we can provide specially tailored English Language programmes.