International Purchasing school training courses in Austin, TX (public, in-house or online)

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN.
First and foremost, learn how to select, engage and manage the best suppliers in the world.
You will learn the skills needed to avoid the two most common and expensive errors committed by far too many unaware buyers. You will also receive solid and practical advice on how to shop the world for the lowest overall cost, yet the best available sources of goods.

Many firms, using these techniques, have reduced material costs on an average of 20%. Even greater saving...

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Covers cultural differences, legal issues, communications, foreign exchange risk management, customs and logistics basics, payment, channels and sourcing. Offered since 1993. Offered in-house, in class and on line.

Fundamentals of International Purchasing is an internationally oriented program, geared to those purchasing and procurement personnel who can be considered some of an organization’s most valuable assets—if they have the right skills. This fast-paced seminar is packed with useful information, from the basics of purchasing to the finest points of shaving costs. It focuses on the most challenging aspects of the purchasing function and will provide the tools and techniques you need to meet thos...

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