Procurement is essential to many industry sectors, from government departments to private enterprise, and a range of projects, from simple to complex, making this career in high demand.
The Procurement Specialist Program is an online professional development program that will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage the procurement, purchasing and contract management processes within an organisation.
In this online procurement course, you will learn how to navigate the procurement process, apply procurement procedures and assist with procurement for a project. You will also learn how to identify procurement requirements, conduct procurement activities and assist with supplier selection and performance management.
On completion of this course, you will feel confident in your ability to become an integral contributor to the procurement process for an organisation or department.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Plan purchasing
- Plan purchasing
- Prepare invitations
- Retail purchases
- Quotations or tenders
- Legislative requirements
- Identify suppliers
- Evaluate sources
- Policies and procedures
- Invitations to offer
- Conduct briefings
- Recommendations to purchase
- Obtain specialist expertise
- Evaluate offers
- Purchasing performance
- Evaluation process
- Purchasing criteria
Unit 2 - Purchase goods and services
- Purchase goods and services
- Purchasing requirements
- Organisation purchasing strategies
- Administration
- Specialist purchasing roles
- Purchasing limits
- Selection discretion
- Purchase goods and services
- Purchasing requirements
- Organisation purchasing strategies
- Administration
- Specialist purchasing roles
- Purchasing limits
- Selection discretion
- Make purchases
- Purchase request
- Clarify request
- Payment methods
- Direct purchases
- Credit card purchases
- Online purchases
- Standing agreements or accounts
- Written / verbal quotations
- Supply agreements
- Approval for purchases
- Quotes
- Formal tenders
- Selecting suppliers
- Make the purchase
- Receive goods
- Advice relevant personnel
- Receipts / advices
- Petty cash vouchers
- Invoices
- Corporate credit card transaction
- Ensure good received are checked
- Compliance
- Resolve non-compliance
- Negotiate solutions
- Registration of new assets
- File and store purchase records
Unit 3 - Manage project procurement
- Determine procurement requirements
- Project procurement management
- Contracts
- Plan purchases and acquisitions
- Delegated authority
- Inputs
- Project scope
- Tools and techniques
- Make or buy analysis
- Contract types
- Statement of work
- Contract planning
- Contract terminology
- Evaluation
- Conduct procurement activities
- Outputs
- Select sellers
- Evaluation criteria
- Seller rating
- Implement and monitor procurement
- Contract administration
- Seller performance
- Change control
- Contract variance
- Procurement finalisation procedures
- Contract audit
Unit 4 - Negotiate contracts
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers
- Without prejudice
- Negotiation skills
- Negotiate issues with suppliers
- Determine desired outcomes
- Document contract requirements
- Prepare contracts
- Draft contract
- Use legal expertise if required
- Trade practices legislation
- Consumer protection legislation
- Import goods and services
- Sales of goods legislation
- Distribute draft contracts
- Unforeseen circumstances
- Check validity of draft contracts
- Finalise contract
- Sign contracts and exchange
- Store contract safely
- Advise unsuccessful suppliers
Unit 5 - Monitor supplier performance
- Supplier contract
- Document received supplied goods
- The purchasing process
- Procurement process
- Conformity of goods
- The four variables
- Four key aspects of evaluation
- Supplier non-conformance
- Purchase order
- Supplier performance
- Health and safety
- Poor performance
- Managing supplier relationships
- Ethical practices
- Complete documentation
- Rating tools
- The evaluation process
- Damaged stock report
- External customer audit
- Quality importance
- Maintain records
- Information security
- Privacy principles
Unit 6 - Source goods/ services and evaluate contractors
- Supply requirements
- Specification of goods and services
- Purpose of goods and services
- Legislation and regulations
- Contractor performance
- Quantities of goods and services
- Frequency ordering
- Push inventory management models
- Pull inventory management models
- Potential contractors
- Comparative costings for goods and services
- Effective negotiations
- Cost saving strategies
- Contractor consistency
- New to business suppliers
- Existing supplier evaluations
- Performance tools
- Evaluation process
- Actioning agreements and contracts
- Privacy procedures
Unit 7 - Apply project procurement procedures
- Procurement requirements
- Procurement planning / procedures
- Work breakdown structure
- Project management plan
- Make or buy
- Contracts
- Procurement documents
- Outputs
- Evaluation
- Approval process
- Supplier selection process
- Evaluation
- Screening
- Conduct procurement activities
- Contract administration
- Change requests
- Records management
- Audits
Study Hours
Estimated duration 100 hours
Course Delivery and Start
Start anytime, self-paced and 100% online
Assessment
Assessment will be comprised of written exercises, including short-answer questions, reflective tasks, short reports and/or projects. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Testimonials
Australian Online classes will challenge you and hold you to a high standard of academics. Tutors will push you to explore new ideas and to create new knowledge
E. Kambe, Aveley, WA | Procurement Specialist Program
The course was easy to manage and complete, and assisted greatly in keeping me motivated whilst unemployed for a short period of time
S. Grillo, Vermont South, VIC | Procurement Specialist Program
Well organised, easy to start and finish. Overall happy with the course
J. Pruyn, Balcatta, WA | Procurement Specialist Program
I appreciated the opportunity to pursue my studies flexibly, allowing me to pause and resume as per my preference while managing my other responsibilities.
S. Ramzan, Bathurst, NSW | Procurement Specialist Program
Studying with Australian Online was a seamless experience from beginning to end.
Vicky | Glenmore Park, NSW | Procurement Specialist Program
Graduation
A Certificate of Attainment and Statement of Results will be issued upon successful completion of this course.
How to Enrol
Enrolment Form – Employment Services and Rehabilitation Providers
Enrol via Live Chat (Business Hours)
Enrol via Telephone 1300 76 2221 (Business Hours)
Payment Options
Visa, Mastercard, BPAY and EFT/Direct Deposit. Please allow 1-2 Business days for processing for EFT and BPAY.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support via email;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
Are there any entry requirements or pre-requisites?
There are no course or subject pre-requisites for entry into our programs. However, our professional development programs are generally intended for people over the age of 18. In some circumstances, enrolments from younger people may be considered. Please complete the AOC Parent Guardian Consent Form prior to enrolling and submit here.
Are there any computer requirements?
To study online with Australian Online Courses you will need a computer (desktop PC/laptop) running a current/updated operating system with reliable high-speed internet access. You will need to use the Google Chrome browser to access your course.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
How is this course delivered?
This course is delivered online via our easy-to-navigate Learning Management System (LMS), where you will discover interactive online learning/written content, resources and assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our LMS and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email only during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
- Junior Project Manager / Procurement Officer
- Procurement Specialist
- Procurement & Project Officer
- Contract Administrator
- Project Procurement Professional
- Procurement Associate
- Program Administrator
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