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 Duration 7 hours

Course Outline

Foundations of Global Supplier Management

  • Key concepts and benefits of global sourcing
  • Assessing risks and challenges in international procurement
  • Comparing Western and Asian market dynamics

Understanding Business Culture in China

  • Key customs, etiquette, and business practices
  • Effective communication and negotiation techniques
  • The role of relationships (guanxi) and building mutual trust

Developing and Qualifying Chinese Suppliers

  • Strategies for identifying and mapping supplier networks
  • Technical and commercial qualification criteria
  • Conducting due diligence and compliance checks
  • Meeting technical standards, certifications (e.g., CCC, ISO), and quality benchmarks
  • Executing technical visits, remote audits, and ongoing follow-up

Optimizing Bids for Foreign Suppliers

  • Overcoming common barriers for international suppliers (language, documentation, deadlines, taxes)
  • Making the bidding process more accessible and inclusive for global partners
  • Providing translations, clarifications, and ongoing support
  • Tactics to improve response rates and supplier engagement

Case Studies and Market Insights

  • Real-world examples of Brazilian companies establishing suppliers in China
  • Evaluation tools for assessing foreign supplier performance
  • Post-qualification metrics and control mechanisms

Conclusion and Action Plan

Requirements

  • Familiarity with procurement processes
  • Background in supplier management or sourcing

Target Audience

  • Procurement managers
  • Supply chain experts
  • International trade and sourcing specialists

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