Procurement Compliance and Risk Management

Procurement Compliance and Risk Management

Course schedule

Classroom Training:
DateVenueDurationPrice
10 - 14 Aug 2026London5 days£4,495
26 - 30 Oct 2026London5 days£4,495
7 - 11 Dec 2026London5 days£4,495

Please note: prices shown above are exclusive of VAT (20%).

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Course Overview

Delegates examine the regulatory and ethical aspects of procurement governance. The course covers compliance frameworks, audit trails, and fraud prevention. Participants learn to assess and mitigate procurement risks at every stage of the purchasing cycle. The programme equips professionals to maintain transparency, accountability, and trust.

Who Should Attend

Procurement and contract specialists seeking to enhance sourcing efficiency, compliance, and value for money. Past delegates have included:

  • Procurement Managers
  • Contract Administrators
  • Commercial Advisors
  • Vendor Relationship Managers
  • Supply Officers

 

Course Outcomes

  • Embed policy, controls and segregation of duties in buying.
  • Identify fraud, corruption and conflict-of-interest risks early.
  • Assess category and supplier risk with clear treatment plans.
  • Monitor compliance through audits, analytics and training.
  • Respond to breaches decisively while preserving continuity.

Course Topics

Procurement Risk Identification and Controls

  • Recognise key procurement risks across the supply chain.
  • Develop and implement internal control mechanisms.
  • Use risk mapping tools to prioritise mitigation actions.
  • Embed risk monitoring into procurement processes.

Compliance Audits and Due Diligence

  • Plan and execute procurement compliance audits effectively.
  • Conduct due diligence on high-risk transactions and vendors.
  • Document findings and implement corrective action plans.
  • Promote a culture of accountability and ethical procurement.

Effective Contract Negotiation and Communication

  • Apply negotiation frameworks to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Enhance stakeholder communication during procurement processes.
  • Build trust and collaboration with suppliers and partners.
  • Manage conflicts constructively to sustain long-term relationships.

Legal and Regulatory Frameworks in Procurement

  • Interpret procurement laws and compliance obligations accurately.
  • Apply contract law principles in drafting and execution.
  • Align procurement practices with national and international regulations.
  • Manage legal risks through structured governance mechanisms.

Supplier Relationship and Performance Management

  • Establish frameworks for evaluating supplier performance objectively.
  • Use KPIs and SLAs to measure contract delivery effectiveness.
  • Build long-term supplier partnerships for continuous improvement.
  • Address underperformance through structured feedback and remediation.

 

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