Purchasing school training courses in Cleveland, OH (public, in-house or online)

Purchases of materials, supplies and equipment represent a large part of a business or industrial firm’s total cost of operation. Purchasing, because of its importance, is often designated as a separate responsibility to be handled by one or more individuals. Purchasing agents and their assistants are responsible for obtaining raw materials, goods and services at the lowest cost consistent with required quality. The majority of the nation’s purchasing personnel are employed in manufact...

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Examines the purchasing management role and responsibilities in the firm. Students will study the internal and external relationships with other company activities and with suppliers. Course work provides students with the understanding of quality, solicitation techniques, source selection, pricing principles, legal aspects, value analysis, purchasing systems and ongoing administration of commercial, industrial and government contracts. They will review the application of the Law of Contracts an...

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Organizational purchasing has evolved tremendously over the last decade shifting from an administrative function to a strategic role. Green Purchasing Fundamentals introduces foundational concepts that align with systems, policies, and procedures that support green purchasing practices and organization sustainability.

Students begin this 10 hour course upon registration and must complete the class within 6 weeks for successful completion.

This thirty-five hour module offers a professional development level course. This training teaches students methods in assessing, developing, and executing a company’s strategy for energy use, recycling, waster elimination, and transportation to ensure compliance with environmental or governmental regulations. Students will learn how to monitor and evaluate effectiveness of sustainability programs.

Upon completion of the final exam, students will earn the trademark certification as ...

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Organizational purchasing has evolved tremendously over the last decade shifting from an administrative function to a strategic role. The changing dynamics of the global economy altered the skills of procurement professionals amplifying the importance of conditions such as quality, cost, and delivery. Now, the next step in professional evolution is upon us and the functions of on-time delivery and the lowest price are no longer sufficient. Organizational purchasing is in a strategic position to ...

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